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Public opinion remains divided. A recent nationwide survey indicates a majority of Japanese support the water release, yet the cautious atmosphere persists. High-profile visits, such as the IAEA head Raphael Grossi's assurances that the process will continue safely for decades, aim to bolster transparency and reassurance. Still, the long-term environmental and economic implications remain uncertain, with some fearing that the disposal could tarnish Fukushima's reputation for generations.