Kumamoto earthquake: Prime Minister Takaichi visits affected areas, pledges over ¥20 billion and ‘severe disaster’ designation Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited quake-hit areas in Kumamoto on August 3, 2026, pledging …
Kumamoto disaster volunteers begin pre-registration as municipalities open intake across affected towns Kumamoto disaster volunteers begin pre-registration now as towns open intake Aug 1–4, 2026. Register through municipal social welfare …
Disaster Management Agency Law Passes Upper House; Government Aims to Launch Agency by November Japan’s parliament approved a law on July 13, 2026, to create a new Disaster Management Agency …
Japan moves to build AI disaster relief system to speed distribution of aid Japan plans an AI disaster relief system to coordinate aid using government and private data, aiming for …
Chiyoda Ward ramps up Mt. Fuji ashfall preparedness as FY2026 disaster plan is revised Chiyoda Ward strengthens Mt. Fuji ashfall preparedness in FY2026, revising its disaster plan, expanding public guidance, …
Professor launches disaster preparedness app to teach disaster-related Japanese and save lives Professor Hiroko Harada and Iwate University released the Disaster Preparedness Drill Book app to teach disaster-related Japanese and …
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