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Kumamoto earthquake relief measures

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2026-08-01 00:12 UTC → 2026-08-05 11:33 UTC · added removed

Following the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake on July 28 2026, 28, 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, local authorities began rolling have continued to roll out assistance programs for affected residents. On July 31, the city of Kumamoto opened the relief programs. The disaster‑certification application process, requiring homeowners period, opened on July 31, closed on August 1. Residents were required to submit photographs of damage from all angles and other identifying details. Applications could be filed online via with clear size markers; the MyNumber portal or in person to qualify 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 residents with a valid disaster‑certification certificate, certificate holders, and Amakusa Air Lines launched offered a “Kumamoto GOGO Recovery Fare” offering flat ¥5,500 tickets “Recovery Fare” for affected individuals and up to two companions travelers between August 1 and November 30 2026. The application window closed on August 1, and applicants were instructed to include clear markers (e.g., a ruler or finger) in their photos 30. By early August, the Toyono branch of Uki City confirmed it would no longer accept certificate applications, directing future claimants to verify damage. Officials clarified that use the red, yellow, and green emergency‑hazard‑assessment stickers placed on buildings indicate safety for entry online system. In parallel, Kumamoto Prefecture and are separate from the disaster certificate, which is required cities of Yatsushiro have asked volunteer food providers to access relief programs 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 insurance claims. Welfare.

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  1. 2026-08-05 11:33 UTC Kumamoto earthquake relief measures
  2. 2026-08-01 00:12 UTC Kumamoto earthquake relief measures
  3. 2026-07-31 04:53 UTC Kumamoto earthquake relief measures

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