The role of Japan’s nuclear industry in strengthening the country’s industrial competitiveness has never been greater, but more must be done to secure financing and investment to bolster advances, Akio Mimura, chairman of the Japan Atomic Industrial Forum (Jaif) said.

Speaking at the Jaif annual gathering at the beginning of the year, Mimura welcomed advances in 2025 towards restarting plants such as Tomari-3 in Hokkaido, as well work towards new construction in the country.

However, he also identified three key areas in order for the country to maximise the use of nuclear power.