Foreign Residents Can Use Shelters

Evacuation shelters are for people who need a safe place during disasters. Foreign residents, tourists, and families can use them when necessary.

What to Bring

Bring residence card, medicine, phone charger, water, food, mask, towel, cash, and items for children or family members if possible.

Shelter Rules

Shelters have rules about sleeping space, garbage, toilets, food, pets, noise, and lights. If you do not understand, ask staff in simple words.

Information at Shelters

Announcements may be in Japanese. Ask for simple Japanese, use translation apps, or ask volunteers for help.

Health and Safety

Tell staff if you are sick, injured, pregnant, have a disability, or need medicine. Do not stay silent if you need help.