The Great East Japan Earthquake that occurred on March 11, 2011 caused extensive damage to vast areas along the eastern coast of Japan. The reconstruction of towns and cities in the affected areas has progressed over the past 10 years. As a result, various memorial facilities, disaster prevention centers, monuments, information boards, etc. have been established.

The “3.11 Densho Road” aims to enhance the disaster preparedness of local communities and promote regional development in the affected areas by networking such facilities and using them as a platform. The project includes the dissemination of information on earthquake remains, memorial facilities, and the recovery and reconstruction of the affected areas; the development of educational materials and programs to improve disaster preparedness; and support for tourism utilizing memorial facilities of the Great East Japan Earthquake.

Credit: 3.11 Densho Road Promotion Organization (HP)