# Kumamoto earthquake relief measures

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kumamoto-earthquake-relief-measures
> Updated: 2026-08-05T05:11:26.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 4.

Following the July 28, 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, local authorities have continued to roll out relief programs. The disaster‑certification application period, opened on July 31, closed on August 1. Residents were required to submit photographs of damage with clear size markers; the issued certificate is needed for rebuilding aid, tax relief, and insurance reductions. Officials reiterated that the red, yellow and green hazard‑assessment stickers on buildings indicate entry safety only and are separate from the disaster certificate.

The prefecture also introduced a one‑year waiver of passport‑issuance fees for certificate holders, and Amakusa Air Lines offered a flat ¥5,500 “Recovery Fare” for affected travelers between August 1 and November 30.

By early August, the Toyono branch of Uki City confirmed it would no longer accept certificate applications, directing future claimants to use the online system. In parallel, Kumamoto Prefecture and the cities of Yatsushiro have asked volunteer food providers to submit a “cooking‑check sheet” at least three days before meals are served at evacuation sites, extending the post‑2016 infection‑control guidelines endorsed by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-05: Kumamoto Prefecture advances disaster aid with certificate closure and cooking safety checks

Kumamoto Prefecture ended disaster‑certificate intake at Toyono branch on Aug 5 and urged cities to submit cooking‑check sheets for safe food distribution in shelters.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kumamoto-prefecture-advances-disaster-aid-with-certificate-closure-and-cooking-safety-checks

### 2026-07-31: Kumamoto Earthquake Disaster Certificate Application Ends, Hazard Assessment Explained

Kumamoto earthquake disaster certificate applications closed on Aug 1, and officials explained that safety‑assessment stickers differ from the certificate needed for relief and insurance claims.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kumamoto-earthquake-disaster-certificate-application-ends-hazard-assessment-explained

### 2026-07-31: Kumamoto Earthquake Triggers Passport Fee Waiver and Discounted Airline Fares

After the July 28 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, Japan provides free passport fees for affected residents and a flat ¥5,500 fare from Amakusa Air Lines for a limited period.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kumamoto-earthquake-triggers-passport-fee-waiver-and-discounted-airline-fares

### 2026-07-29: Kumamoto Earthquake Disaster Certification Application Starts July 31

Kumamoto city begins disaster‑certification applications on July 31; residents may apply online via MyNumber portal, submitting damage photos to access aid.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kumamoto-earthquake-disaster-certification-application-starts-july-31

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