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05
Sep 2025

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Partnership Agreement Signed with Wajima City for Long-term Disaster Recovery

Nearly one year has passed since devastating floods struck the Noto Peninsula. Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) continues to work closely with Wajima City Office, managing and organizing relief supplies. This crucial work relies heavily on corporate volunteers who regularly assist in the operations. Volunteers meticulously categorize items by manufacturer, product name, and quantity, while creating a comprehensive database with photographs to maintain clear inventory records. On August 21, 2025, PBV and Wajima City signed a comprehensive partnership agreement, focusing on long-term recovery efforts. PBV has maintained a constant presence in Wajima since the immediate aftermath of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, working in close coordination with local government officials on […]

07
Jul 2025

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Tanabata Star Festival Brings Community Together in Machino

Residents of Machino, a town still recovering from the Noto Peninsula earthquake, gathered along the banks of the Machino River on Friday evening for the third annual “Waterside Toast.” This nationwide event sees communities across Japan toasting by the water at 7:07 p.m., and Machino, affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, embraced the occasion to foster community spirit. On the day of the event, the community Space, Machino no Ma, operated by PBV, extended its open hours until 9 p.m. to welcome locals. The atmosphere was filled with the calming sounds of the river, the gentle breeze, and the lively chatter of residents. Local restaurant Tominari added to the festive […]

01
May 2025

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Noto Earthquake: Shelter Closure Brings Mixed Emotions

Seventeen months have passed since the Noto Peninsula earthquake struck. On April 13th, the last evacuation center in Wajima City closed, marking the end of PBV’s on-site shelter management support. During our operations, we collaborated with numerous individuals and organizations, working alongside local residents to operate the evacuation centers. Sixteen months on from the earthquake and eight months after the heavy rains, many people remain displaced from their homes, having endured two major disasters. While those living in evacuation centers have gradually transitioned to temporary housing as units became available, the housing crisis is far from over. Many face ongoing challenges and uncertainties. Some are unsure about the extent of […]

25
Jun 2024

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Webinar: Ishikawa Noto Earthquake – Six Months On

Almost six months have passed since the earthquake in the Noto region in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. Immediately after the earthquake, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) dispatched its members to the affected communities and has been carrying out diverse projects to support the residents in Wajima and Suzu, on the Noto Peninsula. Thanks to the generous support from donors not only in Japan but also around the world, PBV teams have been able to deliver support to those in need these months. The PBV team in Tokyo organized two information sessions in English to share updates from the ground in January and February for those willing to support the affected population […]

22
Jun 2024

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Ishikawa Noto Earthquake Emergency Response: Interim Report Published

It’s been almost six months since the devastating earthquake in Ishikawa, Japan, which occurred on January 1st this year. Immediately after the earthquake, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) dispatched a field team and has been working tirelessly ever since to support the affected communities in Ishikawa. We would like to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to those who have supported us during this time. We have published an interim report to share updates on PBV’s relief efforts over the past six months. The report covers the disaster overview, ongoing efforts, and future prospects. The report is now available for download:  Ishikawa Noto Earthquake Interim Report_2024 Our efforts […]

13
Jun 2024

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PBV’s Relief Efforts in Noto Continue: Public Bath Project

Wajima’s morning market, once a tourist attraction, was transformed by the fire and still looks painful even five months later.   As of May 28, 112 people were dead and 3 were missing in Wajima, and more than 14,000 houses were either completely or partially destroyed, left on the ground waiting to be demolished or cleared. Temporary housing has been built and evacuees have begun living in new places, but many of these residents do not know what to do with the houses and property left behind. Some evacuees commute to their former residences to clear the area and look for their belongings. Since the current temporary housing is not […]

26
May 2024

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PBV’s Relief Efforts in Noto Continue: Relief supply distribution center in Suzu

Almost five months have passed since the devastating earthquake in the Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa prefecture. Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) dispatched the members immediately after the disaster and has been working in two teams on the ground since then. In Suzu, a city located in the northernmost part of the peninsula, the PBV team has been working closely with the local authorities to carry out diverse support activities to support the affected residents. One of the relief activities led by the team is regular relief supply distribution at two locations in the city. The team sets up a distribution point three times a week, and hands out various items donated […]

29
Mar 2024

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International Solidarity in Times of Disaster: 16 Latin American and Caribbean Ambassadors in Japan Visit the Disaster-Affected Noto Peninsula

On March 19, 2024, 16 Ambassadors to Japan from countries of the Group of Latin America and the Caribbean (referred to as GRULAC) visited disaster-stricken areas of the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, hosted by Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV).   This visit was realized through the strong determination of the Ambassadors to directly convey messages of solidarity along with relief supplies to the victims of the Noto earthquake, which occurred on January 1. The delegation included Ambassadors of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico (representative), Nicaragua, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela. Peace Boat has long cooperated with members of GRULAC […]

31
Jan 2024

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Ishikawa Noto Earthquake English Info Session with Focus on Volunteer Activities

Almost one month has passed since the earthquake in the Noto region in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. The damage was extensive, with the loss of more than 230 lives, 43,000 houses damaged, and 10,000 residents still in evacuation centers (as of 29 January). Civil society organizations, including Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV), have been working closely with local governments, relevant agencies and aid organizations to provide necessary assistance to the affected population. While tireless efforts to help those in the communities in Noto continue, a couple of local volunteer centers started their activities to respond to the local needs. PBV, together with Social Innovation Japan and NGO Peace Boat, will hold […]

18
Jan 2024

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Report: English language information session, 2024 Ishikawa Noto Peninsula Earthquake Emergency Relief

Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV), together with Peace Boat, hosted an English language information session on January 14 about emergency relief following the New Year’s Day earthquake which struck the Noto Peninsula area of Ishikawa Prefecture on January 1, 2024. As of January 13, 220 people lost their lives as a result of the disaster, and the full damage is not yet known. Strong aftershocks are still occurring frequently, and local residents are still in a very challenging situation. This session was organised to share with the international community in Japan and beyond updates from the situation on the ground, PBV’s aid activities, and information about how people can support. […]

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