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Columns tagged with "防災"
A comprehensive guide to seismic performance—often overlooked when choosing rental properties in Japan. From understanding the differences between old and new seismic standards and how to read seismic ratings, to identifying pitfalls in new construction, using hazard maps effectively, and implementing practical furniture-securing methods—a complete guide to evaluating properties with safety as your priority.
This guide explains in detail how to prepare for natural disasters such as typhoons, heavy snow, and torrential rain in rental housing, including emergency procedures, how to contact your management company, and how to use insurance effectively.
Blackouts and water outages are emergency situations that can happen to anyone. This guide systematically explains the procedures for contacting your management company, emergency measures, and practical living strategies until utilities are restored.
When selecting rental properties in Japan, geotechnical risks are often overlooked. Liquefaction and ground subsidence can cause serious damage to buildings during earthquakes. This article explains how to research geotechnical maps, the characteristics of high-liquefaction-risk areas, and key points to verify when choosing a property.
This guide explains flood and inundation risks to verify when selecting rental properties and how to read hazard maps. We cover everything from accessing the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Hazard Map Portal and understanding flood risk disclosures in property transaction documents, to decision-making criteria for 1st and 2nd floor units and flood insurance considerations—a complete roadmap to safe rental selection.
Buildings with Building Permits before June 1981 followed the "old seismic standard," while those after follow the "new seismic standard"—the two differ fundamentally in earthquake resistance. Learn how experts recommend evaluating a rental property's age and seismic classification.
A comprehensive guide to disaster preparedness measures you can implement even in rental homes. Covering how to read hazard maps, confirm evacuation routes, prepare emergency evacuation kits, and understand furniture anchoring options—a practical disaster prevention guide for foreign residents and all renters.
Is earthquake insurance necessary for rental apartments? This guide explains how to obtain a disaster certificate, the steps for filing insurance claims, and how earthquake insurance differs from fire insurance—with real-world cost-benefit simulations included.
Coverage scope of earthquake insurance, actual payout examples from major past earthquakes, regional insurance rate differences, and cases where you should—or shouldn't—get coverage, explained with foreign residents' actual living situations in mind.
As flood risks increase in recent years, this guide explains how to check inundation risk using hazard maps before selecting a rental property. Learn how to use the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Hazard Map Portal, how to read flood inundation zones, and key points for choosing properties with lower risks.
A complete guide to gathering disaster preparedness stockpiles and emergency supplies for rental apartments and condos. Discover practical stockpile guidelines, priorities, and compact storage tips that work even with limited rental space.
Colorless and odorless carbon monoxide poses a life-threatening danger you may not notice. This guide explains CO poisoning risks in rental homes, types of CO alarms, where to install them, and how to choose the right one.
As typhoon season approaches, this guide explains the safety measures rental tenants should take in advance, along with detailed steps for damage assessment and reporting after a typhoon passes. We also cover the insurance claim process.
Do you think "Since I'm renting, earthquake insurance is the landlord's responsibility"? Actually, landlords insure the building, but your household items receive zero coverage. This guide explains the necessity and mechanics of household earthquake insurance (typically ¥500–¥1,500/month) with real-world examples of what happens without it.
Disaster preparedness is essential even in rental housing. This practical guide from a rental property professional covers concrete steps you can take in apartments—from stocking supplies and preparing evacuation plans to securing furniture—to protect against earthquakes, typhoons, fires, and other risks.
With recent increases in heavy rainfall and typhoon damage, assessing flood risk has become essential when choosing a rental property. This guide explains practical methods used by real estate professionals—from reading hazard maps to on-site verification tips and what to do in the event of damage.
Gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning pose a life-threatening risk that can develop without your awareness. This expert guide covers practical safety measures renters should know: how to check alarm systems, the proper steps to take when you discover a gas leak, and how to safely use heating equipment in winter.
When living in a rental apartment, is earthquake insurance truly necessary? This article explains the differences between earthquake and fire insurance, what earthquake insurance covers and its limitations, and how to prepare appropriately as a tenant.
A practical guide to protecting your rental home from flooding caused by typhoons and heavy rain. We cover advance preparation, evacuation decision-making, what to do when damage occurs, and insurance claims—all essential knowledge for residents of lower floors and flood-risk areas.
Japan faces numerous natural disaster risks including earthquakes, typhoons, and flooding. We'll explain in straightforward terms how to build disaster preparedness supplies, create evacuation plans, and perform daily safety checks—all practical steps you can take in a rental home.
Fire and household contents insurance for rental tenants is essential protection against earthquake damage. We explore coverage options, insurance costs, and smart selection strategies from an expert perspective.
