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Japan disaster preparedness and emergency awareness

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Japan continues its various initiatives to promote disaster preparedness and emergency medical awareness. Recent regional drills have focused on specialized response capabilities. In Otofu, training sessions simulated flood scenarios using drones and disaster rescue dogs to locate individuals, alongside practical exercises in sandbagging and installing water stops. In Kita Nagoya, drills conducted in anticipation of a Nankai Trough earthquake focused on managing disaster waste. This exercise, involving the Aichi Prefecture Industrial Resources Circulation Association and local municipalities, tested a new smartphone-based system for managing waste intake procedures at temporary storage sites. Preparedness efforts are increasingly expanding to support foreign residents and international students through multilingual training. In Osaka, local authorities are recruiting non-Japanese speaking participants to act as simulated victims during drills, aiming to improve evacuation center reception and consultation services. In Tokyo, the Toyo Language Academy held a ‘Tokyo My Timeline Seminar’ for international students to prepare for wind and flood damage. Community-led preparedness events were held on September 5, 2026. In Tokyo, the ‘BOUSAI ACTION 2026’ event at Waterras in Chiyoda Ward featured VR simulations of major earthquakes, vehicle displays, and firefighting training. Simultaneously, Kyoto hosted the ‘KYOTO Disaster Prevention in Fushimi’ event, utilizing training games and equipment exhibitions for children and the elderly. Following these events, additional regional drills were conducted. In Yokohama, a drill at Hinatayama Support School focused on evacuation, shelter management, and testing the preparation of water-activated rice balls. In Kochi Prefecture, Katsurahama Aquarium conducted staff training for Nankai Trough earthquake and heavy rain risks, emphasizing engaging training methods to ensure effective application of safety manuals. As ~~these activities approach,~~ Japan observes ~~September 1 as~~ Disaster Prevention ~~Day, commemorating~~ Month in September, discussions have emerged regarding the ~~1923 Great Kanto Earthquake.~~ critical role of disaster volunteers in recovery efforts following recent heavy rains in regions like Fukui and Akita.

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