It’s now almost a year since Tepco lost control of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, and in that time many Japanese citizens have not only lost faith in the company, but in nuclear power itself. A suspicion and fear that’s most visible during demonstrations and marches, but also on the streets of Tokyo in the form of art.
The point of which is perfectly clear.
RobO says
Sad but very well done. Nice to see some kind of protest in Japan too.
Lee says
I agree. There’s very little protest about anything in Japan, but hopefully this issue will galvanize people, and also spur them on to to oppose/complain about other things too.
Lizzy says
Is it strange that the writing is in English, or is that common?
Lee says
Very common Lizzy. There’s lots of English everywhere. Not all of it perfect (or even understandable), but English nonetheless.
Damon Coulter says
Nice shot, timely and small details with a large message. can’t get better than that. damon.
Jeffrey says
I would imagine, however, that most people ignore it and those that do stop and look probably can’t read it.
Lee says
Cheers Damon. I took it a little while ago, but now seemed the right time to post it.
I think most people would be able to read it, but yeah, sadly most people will dash by without noticing it — especially so as it’s near Shibuya crossing.
winnie says
Interesting shot! 🙂
It’s a pretty cool art except a bit of despondent.
Michelle says
Wow, I want this sticker! I want hundreds, I will put them everywhere! 😀
Lee says
If I see any, I’ll grab you some!
Dan says
Interesting article, this photo here also reminded me of a post-nuclear landscape:
http://fromthegalaxy.deviantart.com/gallery/#/art/Autumn-22-072-CE-396051616?_sid=cc04538