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  • Special Consideration Needed for Children to in Evacuation Shelters, Including Designated Spaces for Learning, Playing

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    Tsunami evacuation towers are being built across the nation, while the focus is now shifting to e...

    November 18, 2025

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    Japanese lives have undergone dramatic changes in the 80 years since the end of World War II and ...

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    Hiking in low-altitude mountains is becoming more popular as people can enjoy nature and scenery ...

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    The Sumida Mukojima Expo 6 is being held in the northern part of Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, a district whe...

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    When a disaster occurs, volunteers play an important role in helping damage-hit residents rebuild...

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    TSUKUBA, Ibaraki — A training facility for operators of heavy machinery who volunteer in disaster...

    October 21, 2025

    #Ibaraki
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    Where does all the animal dung go, and how does the zoo deal with it?

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    October 14, 2025

  • Shelter Dogs Bring Energy to Middle-Aged Life

    After seeing their children leave the nest, or seperating from their partners, some people decide...

    October 6, 2025

  • Tips for Sleeping Well in Disaster Shelters From Japanese Health Experts

    Many people are unable to sleep well in shelters after a strong earthquake or other large-scale d...

    September 22, 2025

  • Importance of Wells Recognized as Means to Secure Water for Daily Life During Disasters

    There has been renewed emphasis on the importance of wells as a means to secure water to cope wit...

    September 22, 2025

  • Commuter Boat Initiative Revives Tokyo as Bustling City of Water

    A small commuter boat began operating in May on a 4 kilometer-long course between Gotanda and Ten...

    September 21, 2025

    #Tokyo
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    TOTTORI — The nature of konkatsu matchmaking programs organized by local governments is changing ...

    September 16, 2025

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