NHK Documentary S2016E06 - 88 Hours - The Fukushima Nuclear Meltdown: Episode 1

March 11, 2011. Eastern Japan was hit by a massive earthquake. The gigantic tsunami caused by this earthquake later triggered a power outage at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant run by Tokyo Electric Power Company, which led to 3 simultaneous meltdowns. Investigations and exclusive interviews with more than 500 people involved have revealed important details. Through re-enactments, viewers will obtain a complete picture of the fateful first 88 hours after the earthquake.