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Despite assurances, local communities, especially fishermen in Fukushima, remain skeptical. Many have perceived TEPCO and the government’s information as lacking transparency and honesty. An outspoken fisherman, 71-year-old Harua Ono, criticized the authorities for failing to honor their promise to consult fishing cooperatives before releasing wastewater. This mistrust has persisted since 2015, when TEPCO initially pledged to keep locals informed, yet many feel concerns have been brushed aside.