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11
Mar 2026

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Fifteen Years Since the Great East Japan Earthquake — From “That Day” to “Today”: The Changing Landscape of Ishinomaki

Fifteen years ago today, the Great East Japan Earthquake struck Japan. We offer our deepest condolences to all those who lost their lives in the disaster, and extend our heartfelt sympathy to their families and loved ones. On March 17, 2011, just days after the disaster struck, we team arrived in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. Rendered speechless by the devastation that lay before us, we were overwhelmed — yet, together with local residents, we began taking one step at a time, doing whatever we could in the moment. “It takes people to support people” As disaster relief volunteers rushed to the affected areas, the landscape of Ishinomaki gradually began to […]

05
Mar 2026

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PBV Supports Typhoon Ragasa Recovery in Hualien, Taiwan

Super Typhoon Ragasa tore through eastern Taiwan on 23 September 2025, unleashing catastrophic flooding across the Hualien region after a landslide dam on the Matai’an Stream burst its banks. The townships of Guangfu, Wanrong, and Fenglin bore the brunt of the disaster. Guangfu — sitting at the lowest elevation — was hit hardest, with more than 1,600 homes engulfed in thick, muddy silt. Roads were severed, power lines brought down, and medical access cut off, leaving thousands of residents in acute distress. Authorities had confirmed 19 deaths, with five people still missing and 157 others injured by 12 October. The destruction did not end with the storm. Subsequent aftershocks compounded […]

24
Feb 2026

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Four Years of War: Solidarity Across Borders

As we approach the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine, it is difficult to believe how much time has passed. What no one could predict in its duration has become a long and painful reality. The war continues to take lives and exhaust an entire nation. Especially during the winter months, attacks on energy infrastructure have once again left millions without stable electricity or heating. In some areas, power is available for only a few hours a day. When temperatures drop to –20°C, the lack of heating becomes not only uncomfortable but dangerous — pipes freeze, homes are damaged, and daily life becomes a constant effort to adapt. […]

20
Feb 2026

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Monitoring Visit to Our Relief Efforts in North Sumatra, Indonesia

From February 8 to 12, PBV staff visited Indonesia to observe our ongoing relief operations, distribute hot meals and relief supplies, and monitor the progress of our assistance efforts. Our relief activities in Indonesia are carried out in close coordination with our local partner, ASAR Humanity, a trusted NGO with a strong track record of collaboration. We have worked together in response to past disasters in Indonesia. In Sipirok, South Tapanuli, North Sumatra Province, hot meals were provided in a community where more than 100 households have been taking shelter in tents and warehouses.  Approximately 1,000 meals per day—covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner—were prepared and distributed to those affected by […]

12
Feb 2026

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Join Our Disaster Preparedness Experience — March 14 & 21

Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) will hold two Disaster Preparedness Experience sessions for foreign residents in Japan on March 14 and March 21, 2026, in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. This hands-on program combines a guided visit to a Disaster Prevention Center with a practical disaster preparedness workshop, helping participants build confidence and skills to stay safe during emergencies in Japan. Hands-On Museum Experience Participants will visit the Ikebukuro Disaster Prevention Center and take part in realistic disaster simulations, including: While the center normally conducts tours in simple Japanese, PBV staff will provide full English interpretation for this program. Practical Workshop After the museum visit, participants will move to a nearby venue for […]

30
Jan 2026

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Emergency Relief in Sumatra: Updates and Expansion

Since November 2025, a wave of record-breaking floods has devastated Southeast Asia. Indonesia’s Sumatra island has been among the hardest hit by catastrophic floods and landslides. As of January 23, 2026, the disaster in Sumatra has claimed approximately 1,200 lives, with 143 people still missing. More than 113,900 people have been displaced, and over 175,000 homes are reported damaged or destroyed.  PBV has been working closely with ASAR Humanity to provide emergency assistance to affected communities in Ache and West Sumatra Provinces.  Relief efforts in Aceh and West Sumatra Provinces (Source: Official YouTube channel of our local partner, ASAR Humanity) You can read more about our initial emergency response here. […]

20
Jan 2026

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Cebu Earthquake Response: Paving the Way to Community Recovery

On January 10, 2026, the support project for earthquake-affected communities in Cebu, Philippines, was successfully completed in cooperation with local partners. Through this project, we delivered water tanks and buckets to 1,013 households and provided shelter repair kits, including corrugated metal sheets, plywood, nails, and wire, to 136 households. We also distributed 60 sets of carpentry tools for shared use within the communities that received the repair kits. As recovery efforts for severely damaged homes progressed, residents began repairing partially damaged homes using the provided repair kits. While the timing of repairs has varied depending on each household’s financial situation and the need to purchase additional materials, the support has […]

13
Jan 2026

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Emergency Response to Floods and Landslides in Indonesia

Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) is currently working in partnership with the Indonesian NGO ASAR Humanity Foundation to respond to severe floods and landslides that struck Indonesia in late November 2025. The disaster was triggered by intense rainfall associated with Cyclone Senyar, which caused rivers to overflow, flash floods, and widespread landslides across Sumatra Island, particularly in the provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. According to Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), approximately 3.2 million people have been affected across the three provinces, with over one million people displaced from their homes. As of the latest reports, 712 deaths have been confirmed, more than 500 people remain missing, […]

05
Jan 2026

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Delivering Safe Water and Supporting Recovery in Cebu

In Cebu, Philippines, many people are still facing difficult living conditions due to the earthquake that struck on September 30 and the typhoon that followed. PBV continues to carry out relief activities in close collaboration with local partners. In Medellin, a municipality in northern Cebu, PBV worked together with local organizations Balay Mindanaw Foundation, Inc. (BMFI) and Safe Water for Every Child Philippines to install water purification systems. During a site visit by PBV staff in early December, a pump was installed as part of the repairs to the water facility. Clear water began flowing again by the next day, and the restoration has provided access to safe water for […]

25
Dec 2025

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Peace Boat Disaster Relief Publishes Its Annual Report 2024

Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) is pleased to announce the publication of its Annual Report for the period from April 2024 to March 2025, summarizing a year of extensive disaster response, recovery support, and preparedness activities in Japan and overseas. Throughout the year, PBV worked alongside local communities, volunteers, partner organizations, and donors to respond to complex and overlapping crises. In total, 117,788 volunteers and staff participated in PBV’s activities, supporting disaster-affected communities through emergency relief, shelter operations, livelihood recovery, and long-term resilience-building initiatives. In Japan, PBV continued large-scale support following the Noto Peninsula Earthquake and subsequent heavy rains in Ishikawa Prefecture, providing shelter management support, material assistance, meal services, bathing facilities, volunteer coordination, and […]

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