An industry still standing
Just one month before the annual event of the cherry blossoms would make Japan one of the most beautiful countries in the world, a 9.0 earthquake hit east of Honshu on March 11, giving rise to a tsunami estimated about 14 meters height and further leading to concerns about nuclear reactor meltdowns and radiation leaks at a plant in Fukushima.
The resulting damage has been well documented around the globe, and more than a week later, the disaster is still playing out. The entire world has gathered together to support Japan, as is illustrated...
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