Japan has a long history of natural disasters. BOSAI explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of s...

Japan's cities are often located in low-lying areas along rivers and are paved with concrete and asphalt, putting the...

Typhoon Jebi, which struck Osaka Prefecture in 2018, is said to be the first typhoon to have hit a modern metropolis ...

In the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, high-rise buildings in Tokyo's Shinjuku district, some 400 kilometers away f...

Localized torrential rain is occurring with greater frequency in Japan. Flash floods from the heavy rain not only cau...

An increase in heavy rainfall in recent years has made debris flows a frequent problem in Japan. We'll look at resear...

Mt. Fuji has been an object of faith for many Japanese. On the other hand, it has also caused numerous disasters with...

In Japan, the temperature is continuing to rise due to the effects of global warming and heatstroke cases are also on...

The 2018 torrential rains in western Japan killed 51 people in the Kurashiki City town of Mabi in Okayama Prefecture....

Japan experiences an average of 23 tornadoes per year. They often cause serious damage when they strike in populated ...

In 1995, the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake struck Japan's Hyogo Prefecture early in the morning. Immediately after t...

Avalanches occur suddenly, damaging houses and injuring people. Many of the avalanches that occurred in Yamanashi Pre...

As a natural threat that can suddenly occur any time of the year at nearly any place around the world, lightning is f...

The Great East Japan Earthquake of 2011 caused unprecedented damage. Even areas 300 kilometers away from the epicente...

PM2.5 are extremely small particles. The WHO estimates that every year PM2.5 is responsible for 2.4 million premature...

The Great East Japan Earthquake and the massive tsunami that followed caused unprecedented damage along the coast of ...

What is a human stampede? It is a disaster in which people are so crowded together that they push and squeeze against...

The Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 and its resulting tsunami caused the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclea...

Mt. Ontake is located on the border of Nagano and Gifu prefectures. Standing 3,067 meters above sea level, it is a po...

Linear rainbands. Once they occur, the area is hit with heavy downpour for an extended period of time, resulting in f...

In November 2021, the surface of a road in Mikasa, Hokkaido Prefecture suddenly caved in. A car fell into the large h...

In February 2022, an American space exploration company simultaneously launched 49 satellites. Yet not long after, 40...

More than 10 typhoons hit the Japanese archipelago in an average year. Their strong winds and heavy rains can cause f...

When a typhoon or similar storm approaches, air pressure drops and the sea surface is sucked up. Strong winds also pu...

In recent years, heavy snow has been falling frequently in Japan. While the overall amount of snowfall per winter has...

In April 2018, a landslide occurred on a hill behind houses in Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture. The landslide moved sed...

On March 11, 2011, a huge earthquake occurred off Japan's Tohoku coast. Skyscrapers 400 kilometers away in Tokyo's Sh...

One of the most important things to do to save lives from a major tsunami is to evacuate to safety as soon as possibl...

River flooding happens when heavy rain causes river levels to rise and overflow with large amounts of water. In recen...

The Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 was one of the worst disasters in Japanese history. A magnitude 7.9 earthquake cen...

The 1983 eruption of Tokyo's Miyake Island resulted in the burial or loss of approximately 400 houses as well as a sc...

In September 2018, the Hokkaido Eastern Iburi Earthquake knocked out power of the entire region, affecting up to 2.95...

Earthquakes destroy many buildings and take lives. One cause of earthquakes is an active fault. The impact of a sudde...

The number of foreign visitors to Japan has been on the rise since the COVID travel restrictions have been lifted. Ho...

Droughts are increasing due to global warming. The latest simulations predict that megadroughts could occur along the...

Wildfires are increasing worldwide and global warming is accelerating the risk. Find out about Japan's unique system ...

Tokyo is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes and flooding. Discover the most advanced disaster prevention ...

Osaka, a city that thrives on rivers, has faced countless flood damage. Find out the latest measures protecting the c...

Find out about Japan's emergency food options that meet the needs of various people. Also discover the rolling stock ...

In this episode, we look at Japan's efforts to improve tsunami evacuation, from overcoming "normalcy bias" that cause...

Be earthquake-ready! Learn survival tips for quakes and when you're trapped under rubble. You'll want to watch this b...

What does it take to survive a flood? Japan has developed survival skills for floods through experiences such as typh...

Drones are proving particularly useful in the area of disaster response. Now, Osaka University is developing the worl...

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI ca...

Many mountains in Japan that attract tourists are active volcanoes. Learn safety tips for climbing and the latest on ...

In 2021, digital twin technology analyzed a landslide in Atami and prevented further disasters. Find out how it is al...

Typhoons are expected to intensify in the future, but can they be controlled? Find out about a national project that ...

In Japan, extremely powerful lightning known as a superbolt can occur in the Hokuriku region during winter. What is t...

Phase Free is a disaster preparedness concept that does not distinguish between everyday life and emergency situation...

Japan's snow is a big draw for tourists, but snow and ice can also pose dangers to drivers. We'll look at some Japane...

We look at Self-Defense Forces disaster prep, including their response team's special equipment and techniques, and a...

In this episode, we'll look at how Sendai has transformed into a disaster-resilient city with its "multiple defenses"...

Shibuya is one of Japan's most famous tourist spots, but the low-lying city is also at risk of flooding and earthquak...

Tokyo Skytree, one of Japan's most famous tourist attractions, is equipped with a variety of countermeasures against ...

Over 15,000 pets lost their lives in the 2011 quake. Discover how smart collars and instant shelter units are changi...

The historic city of Kyoto faces threats of landslides and post-earthquake fires. What modern systems defend this anc...

In summer, accidents near the beach are a constant occurrence. But new technologies using smart devices are helping t...

Massive logistics facilities underpin online retail, but their robust warehouse structures, state-of-the-art seismic ...

Disaster training is advancing with digital technology. See how AR/VR technology is helping participants gain realist...

Explore how Japan uses artificial satellites and surface observation to quickly assess flood and earthquake damage, s...

A Nankai Trough megaquake is expected to cause severe damage. In this episode, we will examine how Japan is preparing...

From protecting valuable ceramics to reinforcing World Heritage structures, we'll see how the latest disaster prepare...

Japan is one of the most volcanically active nations. Its world-leading research on volcanic disasters has led to new...

Bear encounters are happening more frequently all over Japan. We'll look at new technologies to reduce the danger the...

A major Tokyo quake could leave many stranded in Marunouchi, one of Japan's leading business districts. We'll examine...

Robots are garnering attention for their potential in disaster areas. We'll look at the cutting-edge initiatives aime...