What should you do when an earthquake happens in Japan ?”

Earthquake Safety Guide in Japan

1. Protect Yourself


When you feel shaking, protect your head immediately. Get under a table or cover your head with your arms or bag.
Do not run outside during shaking—falling objects and broken glass are dangerous. Stay indoors until the shaking stops.

2. Turn On Emergency Alerts on Your Phone


Japan provides an early earthquake warning on smartphones. Even travelers can receive it, so make sure the alert setting is ON.

3. Follow Reliable Information SourcesDuring emergencies, official sources are the safest and most accurate.

4. Be Careful of Tsunamis Near the Coast


If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake, move to higher ground immediately.
Follow the people around you if you’re unsure where to go.

5. Evacuation Centers Are Open to Everyone


Evacuation centers in Japan are open to everyone, including foreigners.
Even if you don’t speak Japanese well, staff members will help you kindly.

Useful phrase:
“Tasukete kudasai” = Please help me.

Useful site here .It will can find helpful phrases for disaster　or　emergency

Safety tips for travelers
This website provides international tourists in Japan with information about safe travel.
www.jnto.go.jp

6. Simple Preparations You Can Make Anytime

  • Keep your phone battery as high as possible
  • Save a photo of your passport in your phone
  • Carry water and a small snack
  • When staying at a hotel, check the emergency exit route

まとめ / Summary


Earthquakes can be scary, but with the right knowledge and simple preparation, you can stay safe.
Whether you are traveling or living in Japan, knowing what to do will help you stay calm during an emergency.

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