災害対策本部(Disaster Response Headquarters)
Message from the Disaster Management Office
’15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake’ (2026.3.11)
Fifteen years ago today, at 2:46 PM, The 2011 off the Pacific coast of Tohoku Earthquake occured. This earthquake claimed 15,901 lives, including those related death, and 2,519 remain missing. We once again express our condolences to those who lost their loved ones, and our heartfelt sympathies to all those who lost loved ones. Fifteen years have passed, and while the physical reconstruction efforts are progressing steadily, the hearts of those affected are still not easily healed. There are many lessons to be learned from this disaster. In the Tokai region where we live, a Nankai Trough earthquake is estimated to cause devastating damage. We believe it is our responsibility to apply the lessons learned from previous earthquakes, including the Great East Japan Earthquake, and to implement all possible disaster mitigation measures now. (March 11, 2026)
‘On October 28th, disaster prevention drills (earthquake disaster prevention drill and safety confirmation drill) wiil be held from 11:30 AM. ’ (2025.10.21)
Disaster prevention drills (earthquake disaster prevention drill and safety confirmation drill) wiil be held from 11:30 AM on October 28th. We ask for your participation..(2025.10.21)
‘Congratulations on your admission’ (2025.4.5)
To all the new students, congratulations on your admission to Nagoya University. The Disaster Management Office has a request for all of you who are starting a new student life with hope for the future in your heart. A major earthquake along the Nankai Trough will cause a major disaster around the Tokai region including Nagoya University in the near future. In addition to this, recent years have seen frequent occurrences of wind and flood damage due to torrential rains and typhoons across Japan. When studying at Nagoya University, in order to protect lives from earthquakes, heavy rains and typhoons, and to respond appropriately to disasters, it is necessary to select housing, take indoor safety measures, prepare emergency supplies, and confirm evacuation methods and guidelines for evacuation actions. In addition, there are many things in the university that are dangerous during an earthquake, such as experimental equipment, chemicals, and heavy fixtures. Don’t think of earthquake disasters and wind and flood damage as someone else’s business, and be prepared in advance. Please be sure to read the Guide ” Natural Disaster Preparedness” that will be distributed to everyone. We will send you an email to remind you of your safety in the event of a earthquake disaster. For new students, the email will be sent to the email address assigned to each student by Tokai National Higher Education and Research System. Please set your smartphone etc. so that you can receive it anytime, anywhere. (2025.4.5)
