Radiation and Radioactive Substances (Updated July 1, 2013)

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Page ID 1002379 Update Date Reiwa 6, December 16

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In response to the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, various measurements regarding radiation are being conducted by different agencies.
Regarding the measurement of ambient radiation levels, the national government is conducting monitoring measurements using aircraft, as well as monitoring measurements using vehicles, and the results of these measurements are being published [Please see the link below for the results measured by the national government].
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has been measuring ambient radiation levels in Shinjuku Ward since before the disaster, and after the disaster, monitoring posts have been installed in Edogawa, Kodaira, Koto, Ota, Adachi, Hachioji, and Chofu, with measurements starting sequentially.
Additionally, the government is lending measuring equipment to municipalities, and measurements of ambient radiation levels are being conducted throughout the city in 4-kilometer by 4-kilometer blocks. In the city, measurements are being conducted at the "Inagi City Central Park Comprehensive Ground," and the results of these measurements are being published [Please see the link below for the results measured by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government].
The city is also conducting measurements using a simple radiation measurement device purchased independently, and for your reference, the measurement values are being published [Please see the link below for the results measured by the city].

Response Status to Radiation and Radioactive Substances

We have created a link to a site that publishes measurement results such as radiation, so please use it as a reference. We will update it as necessary if there are any changes to the content.
Additionally, the national government has established a portal site called "Radiation Monitoring Information" that aggregates links to related pages from relevant ministries, so please make use of it as well.

Response Status to Radiation and Radioactive Substances
Eligibility Response Status Current Situation Measuring Organizations and Groups
Atmosphere Aircraft monitoring was conducted by the government. Aircraft monitoring is conducted by the government, and the measurement results are published on the website and other platforms. Nuclear Regulation Authority Note: Please see radiation monitoring information.
Atmosphere Automobile monitoring by the government has been conducted. Since 2012, the national government has been conducting vehicle monitoring (travel surveys), and the measurement results are published on the website and other platforms. Nuclear Regulation Authority Note: Please see radiation monitoring information.
Atmosphere Measurements are continuing at facilities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Public Health located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Public Health, located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is showing values that have been detected during normal times.
Atmosphere More than 100 measurement points were conducted in Tokyo by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Measurements were conducted at the Inagi City Central Park Comprehensive Ground on June 15, 2011, and the results have been published on the website. Notes on Environmental Radiation Measurement Results in Tokyo: Please see the measurement results of ambient radiation levels throughout the Tokyo area.
Atmosphere Using a radiation measurement device, city staff are conducting measurements at 38 locations in the city's Elementary and Junior High Schools, Nursery Schools, and Kindergartens. We compile the measurement results from all locations being measured and publish them on our website and other platforms. Inagi City Hall Environment Department
Atmosphere We are conducting local measurements of public facilities using a space radiation measurement device. For each facility, we compile the measurement results and publish them sequentially on the website and other platforms. Departments in Charge of Each Facility at Inagi City Hall
Atmosphere We are conducting a citizen loan program for space radiation measurement devices. We are lending radiation measurement devices to representatives of organizations that are residents or workers in the city aged 20 and over, or have business operators in the city. Inagi City Hall Environment Department
Tap Water Measurements are continuing at the water purification plants in Kanamachi, Asaka, Ozaku, and Higashimurayama. Not detected at the water purification plant
Note: The water supply is switched to the normal Higashimurayama water purification system, blending approximately 80% of Tokyo's water supply from the Tone River system and the Arakawa River system with about 20% from the Tama River system and groundwater from within the city.
Tap Water Measurements are continuing at the water purification plants in Kanamachi, Asaka, Ozaku, and Higashimurayama. Not detected at the water purification plant
Note: The water supply is switched to the normal Higashimurayama water purification system, blending approximately 80% of Tokyo's water supply from the Tone River system and the Arakawa River system with about 20% from the Tama River system and groundwater from within the city.
Sewerage Division of Inagi City Hall (Regarding the Safety of Inagi City's Water Supply)
Sewer & Wastewater Services We will continue to conduct regular measurements and publish them on the Tokyo Metropolitan Sewerage Bureau's website.
Note: Please refer to the values from the Minami-Tama Water Reclamation Center in Inagi City.
Measurement of the detailed concentration of dewatered sludge and sludge incineration ash at each water reclamation center and sludge plant conducting sludge treatment at the Tokyo Metropolitan Sewerage Bureau, as well as the ambient radiation levels around the facilities.
Soil Soil measurements are being conducted on the premises of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Public Health. Soil measurements on the premises of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Public Health were conducted on September 6, 2011.
Precipitation Measurements are continuing at the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Public Health located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. There have been many instances of non-detection.
Agricultural Products In Tokyo, we conduct tests for radioactive substances to ensure the safety of agricultural and livestock products produced in the city. The inspection results of agricultural products from Inagi City showed no detection.
Agricultural Products In Tokyo, we conduct tests for radioactive substances to ensure the safety of agricultural and livestock products produced in the city. The inspection results of agricultural products from Inagi City showed no detection.
Agricultural Products In Tokyo, we conduct tests for radioactive substances to ensure the safety of agricultural and livestock products produced in the city. The inspection results of agricultural products from Inagi City showed no detection. Economic Affairs Section of Inagi City Hall (On the radioactive substance inspection of agricultural and livestock products produced in Tokyo)
Food ingredients for school meals The city conducted measurements by an analysis agency regarding the food ingredients for school lunch at licensed nursery schools, the City Hospital, and public elementary and junior high schools in the city. The radioactive measurement results of food ingredients for school lunch at licensed nursery schools, City Hospital, and public elementary and junior high schools in the city were not detected. Child Care Support Division of Inagi City Hall, Inagi City Hospital, Inagi City Public Schools School Lunch Joint Cooking Facility
Tamagawa Sanitation Association (Incineration Ash, etc.) 1. Melted slag (storage), 2. Melted slag (normal), 3. Fly ash solidification, 4. Exhaust gas (from incinerator No. 2), 5. Exhaust gas (from ash melting incinerator No. 2), 6. Measuring the spatial radiation levels at the site boundary.
Tamagawa Sanitation Association (Incineration Ash, etc.) 1. Melted slag (storage), 2. Melted slag (normal), 3. Fly ash solidification, 4. Exhaust gas (from incinerator No. 2), 5. Exhaust gas (from ash melting incinerator No. 2), 6. Measuring the spatial radiation levels at the site boundary.
  • Note: Links to initiatives and facilities outside of Inagi City are external links.
  • Note: If the measurement is below the detection limit, it is reported as "Not Detected".
  • Note: For health consultations, please contact the Tokyo Minami-Tama Health Center at 042-371-7661.

Radiation-related public relations by relevant ministries

1. "Food and Radiation" (Consumer Affairs Agency)

We have created a "Food and Radiation Q&A" to clearly explain the questions and concerns that consumers may have regarding radiation and food safety. It features an easy-to-understand structure that starts with explanations of the meaning of radiation and more.
Please feel free to use it as a reference.

2. "Pamphlet Addressing Concerns About Radiation for Pregnant Women and Mothers with Young Children" (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)

We would like to introduce a pamphlet provided on the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's website, which addresses the concerns that pregnant women and mothers with young children may have regarding the effects of radiation.
It summarizes what the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare would like to convey to everyone at this time regarding the safety of water, air, and food, and it has been created with the premise of being easily understandable for anyone, incorporating illustrations and using simple language and expressions.
Please feel free to use it as a reference.

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Inagi City Urban Environment Management Department Living Environment Division
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