So if you compare then to now, well, we have our current difficulties but in comparison..." The words of defiance were greeted with tumultuous applause.

But this is Japan, whose age-old belief in nature is at least evenly matched by an unyielding faith in technology.

Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from indomitable will.

Unyielding to the fate shows your respect for life.

They have met this terrible catastrophe with seemingly boundless strength and character in defense of their way of life.