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22
Aug 2025

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PBV’s Ongoing Support in Kagoshima: Emergency Relief and Recovery Efforts

Ten days have passed since Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) launched emergency operations in response to the record-breaking heavy rains that struck Kagoshima Prefecture and other parts of Kyushu earlier this month. Over the past week, our teams have been working on multiple fronts to support the affected communities while coordinating closely with local governments, social welfare councils, NGOs, and volunteer groups. PBV has carried out detailed damage assessments in the hardest-hit areas of Kirishima City and Aira City, listening to residents and local officials to better understand the needs on the ground. Based on these assessments, our teams delivered emergency supplies, including bottled water and air circulators, to evacuation […]

20
Aug 2025

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Havoc in the Philippines as Typhoons Strike: Relief Efforts Underway

In a series of devastating weather events, the Philippines was struck by six typhoons between October and November 2024, claiming more than 160 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands of residents. The impact has been particularly severe on Catanduanes Island, off southeastern Luzon, where local fishing communities were left reeling after Typhoon Manny made landfall on November 16. PBV has launched a comprehensive aid program in partnership with the local NGO People’s Disaster Risk Reduction Network (PDRRN). The initiative targets 21 small-scale fishermen, focusing on vulnerable households including those with pregnant women, elderly members, and children. By May’s end, eight fishermen whose boats were completely destroyed had received new fiberglass […]

10
Aug 2025

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Torrential Rain in Southern Kyushu; Emergency Relief Fund Launched

In response to the relentless rainfall that has been pounding southern Kyushu since early August 8, PBV has deployed a team to assess damage and coordinate relief efforts. The initial supply of 100 cases of bottled water has been procured from our Saga office and transported to the affected areas to support immediate needs. The focus of our assessment is on areas severely impacted by the floods, particularly in Kirishima City and Aira City in Kagoshima Prefecture. Local authorities have been engaged to gather firsthand information about the current situation as part of the investigation. As survey activities continue, PBV is carefully considering subsequent steps to provide effective assistance. The […]

24
Jul 2025

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Project Report Published: Supporting the Rehabilitation in Ukraine

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) has been actively engaged in supporting the people of Ukraine through various initiatives in Japan and neighboring countries. In April 2024, PBV collaborated with UNBROKEN National Rehabilitation Center in Lviv on a project aimed at advancing physical rehabilitation support for injured Ukrainians. In April 2025, Dr. Liubov Koloshynska from UNBROKEN visited Japan to take part in a training that included visits to rehabilitation facilities in Hiroshima and Fukuyama and knowledge exchange with Japanese medical professionals. This visit helped strengthen cross-border collaboration in the field of rehabilitation medicine and brought valuable insights back to Ukraine. As part of the […]

31
Jan 2025

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One Year Report on Ishikawa Noto Earthquake 2024

January 1, 2025 marked one year since a powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.  In the immediate aftermath, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) mobilized swiftly to provide crucial aid and support to those impacted. Our dedicated teams on the ground in Suzu and Wajima focused on delivering hot meals, distributing essential relief supplies, managing evacuation centers, and restoring access to community bath. One year on, PBV remains committed to the long-term recovery of the Noto Peninsula. Our teams continue to adapt their efforts based on the evolving needs of the community. We invite you to learn more about PBV’s ongoing initiatives and the current situation in […]

11
Nov 2024

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Indonesia Volcano Crisis: PBV Partners with Local NGO to Provide Relief

 On November 7, Mount Lewotobi erupted, launching a massive 15,000-meter ash plume. So far, nine lives have been lost, 2,472 people evacuated, and over 11,000 impacted across eight districts (ASAR Humanity, as of November 9, 2024). As eruptions continue, damage may worsen, leaving homes, schools, and places of worship in ruins. Urgent needs are food packs, masks, drinking water, bedding supplies, hygiene kits, and medical supplies. PBV is working closely with a local NGO (ASAR Humanity) to provide emergency assistance. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed in the affected areas, and activities may be subject to change depending on the situation. Your donations will be used carefully […]

05
Nov 2024

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PBV Holds Online ”Household Disaster Preparedness Planning Workshop” in English for Foreign Residents

On October 19th, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) hosted an online edition of its ”Household Disaster Preparedness Planning Workshop” aimed at equipping foreign residents in Japan with essential knowledge to navigate the country’s unique disaster risks. This session was delivered in English by PBV international team. The workshop offered insights and practical advice on disaster response. The session addressed key preparedness quiz relevant to Japan, such as: Participants received valuable guidance on daily readiness strategies, drawn from PBV’s years of field experience, emphasizing the critical steps individuals can take to protect themselves and their families in Japan. This type of training represents one of PBV’s activities. Since its establishment in […]

23
Sep 2024

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Noto Devastated Again: Heavy Rains Hamper Earthquake Recovery

Just nine and a half months after the devastating Noto earthquake, the city of Suzu in Ishikawa Prefecture has been hit by another disaster: torrential rains. The downpours caused widespread flooding and landslides, compounding the challenges faced by the community still reeling from the January quake. Eight rivers burst their banks, inundating homes and businesses, including temporary housing erected for those displaced by the earthquake. Landslides have isolated four areas, cutting off access and leaving 1,700 households without running water. “Why is it that only Noto is suffering like this?” lamented one resident, echoing the despair felt by many in the community. Nevertheless, local authorities, the Social Welfare Council, and […]

18
Sep 2024

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Report: PBV’s Disaster Relief in Chile

On February 22, a massive forest fire broke out in central Chile, killing 137 people and forcing the evacuation of a total of 16,000 people. Immediately after this fire, PBV contacted the Nikkei Association in Chile and decided to support the Jardin Botanico Nacional (National Botanical Garden), which was severely damaged. The Jardin Botanico Nacional was the site of the A-bombed trees sent from Japan, which had been a symbol of peace and exchange. These symbolic cherry trees were also burnt to the ground by this fire. At the Star Festival held at the park in July, Nikkei Association President Haruko Sanchez Suzuki handed a donation from the public to […]

06
Aug 2024

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Project Updates: Heavy Rain Disaster in Northern Japan Emergency Relief

This is Kita-aosawa, Sakata City in Yamagata Prefecture. It is one of the isolated villages after the heavy rain. As the photo shows, the first floor of a house was almost completely buried by the accumulation of earth and sand, and the original road was completely unrecognizable. When the heavy rain fell, residents kept a close watch on the nearby river flooding, but failed to notice the signs until large amounts of sediment began pouring in from the mountains behind them. Residents still wonder where on earth so much sediment was in a small mountain creek. Sediment suddenly came pouring in in large quantities. Dozens of households were affected by […]

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