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2006 marks the 50th anniversary of the first diagnosis of Minamata disease in Japan, caused by mercury contamination from Chisso Corporation, resulting in over 900 deaths and health issues for millions. Legal battles for compensation continue, with many patients like Taisuke Mitarai enduring decades of struggle for recognition and support. Despite some progress, the legacy of suffering remains, as survivors fear being forgotten and new claims emerge as awareness of the tragedy persists.

Author

Jimmy Leak

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EN