A Japan Meteorological Agency spokesperson. The agency said the average sea level along Japan's coast in 2020 was the highest on record, rising more than 8 centimeters from the usual figure.
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Sea levels were pushed up by seawater that is warmer and larger in volume. The rising trend along Japan's coast is expected to continue due to climate change.
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Patricia Yarrow
Sea walls seem like a short-term solution to a long-term problem.
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If the sea rises enough, those sea walls can be used as bicycle paths or pedestrian walkways for tourists to experience waves and ocean views while the cities they are ‘protecting’ will move to higher ground.