Hazard Map


When sightseeing, it is very important to gather disaster prevention information, such as what kind of disaster risk there is in the places you visit in order to protect yourself from disasters. In Kamakura City, we have released the “Kamakura City Disaster Prevention Information Map (Kamakura Wagamachi Map),” which discloses disaster hazard information using a GIS system, as well as “various hazard maps.”

Easy Hazard Map

This hazard map is designed to be easy to read, and is created by dividing Kamakura City into six parts.
It is an expression that is easy for children to understand.

With Easy Hazard Map, you can check the hazard risks of tsunamis, storm surges, floods, and landslides on a single map.

Maps of each map area

Maps

Enlightenment

Kamakura Wagamachi Map


The Kamakura City Disaster Prevention Information Map (Kamakura Wagamachi Map) is a system that allows users to individually select and display disaster hazard information due to “tsunami”, “earthquake”,“flood”,“inland flood”, and “landslide”, as well as location information of evacuation centers and public facilities on the Internet cloud, using GIS (Geographic Information System) on the Internet cloud to raise citizens’ awareness of disaster prevention and to consider appropriate evacuation actions in the event of a disaster.

Various Hazard Maps

Hazard maps are available on the Kamakura City official website.
Link to: https://www.city.kamakura.kanagawa.jp/sougoubousai/hazardmap.html

Shelter

In order to ensure the safety of citizens in the event of a disaster or the threat of a disaster, Kamakura City will open evacuation centers as necessary. Since the opening status varies depending on the damage, the opening status will be announced via the Disaster Prevention and Administration Radio, the Kamakura City Hall website, and the evacuation center opening and congestion status distribution service “VACAN”.

In the event of an earthquake disaster

When an earthquake of seismic intensity 5 or higher is observed in the city or adjacent Fujisawa City, Zushi City, or Sakae, Kanazawa, or Totsuka wards of Yokohama City, municipal elementary and junior high schools will automatically be opened as evacuation centers. Temporary accommodation facilities will also be opened, if necessary, for tourists and other people who have difficulty returning home.

In the event of wind and flood damage

Evacuation centers opened in the event of wind and flood damage such as typhoons and heavy rains will be opened as necessary at municipal elementary schools and branch offices depending on the situation of the disaster.

Temporary accommodation facilities (for those who are unable to return home)

This is a facility where people who have difficulty returning home from an outing due to a disaster can stay temporarily, and will be opened depending on the situation.


Kamakura area

Hasedera Temple3-11-2 Hase,Kamakura
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine2-1-31 Yukinoshita,Kamakura
Kamakura Lifelong Learning Center1-10-5 Komachi,Kamakura
Kamakuragu Shrine154 Nikaido,Kamakura
Ankokuronji Temple4-4-18 Omachi,Kamakura


Fukasawa area

Kamakura Budokan616-6 Yamasaki,Kamakura


Kitakamakura area

Kenchoji Temple８ Yamanouchi,Kamakura
Engakuji Temple409 Yamanouchi,Kamakura

Ofuna area

Kamakura Art Museum6-1-2 Ofuna,Kamakura

Opening of evacuation centers and checking the congestion status

You can check the congestion status of the evacuation center with your smartphone or other device

When the city opens an evacuation center in the event of a disaster, it is possible to check the location and congestion status of the evacuation center using a smartphone or computer using the “VACAN” service for opening and distributing the congestion status of the evacuation center.

“VACAN” can also be checked by those who live outside the city. If you don’t have a smartphone or computer, or if you’re not good at handling it, you can check with a family member or acquaintance who lives far away and share it.

The congestion status of evacuation centers is displayed on four levels: “vacant”, “moderately crowded”, “crowded”, and “full”.

How it works

You can use it from the link below or from the QR code.

VACAN, a service for distributing information on the opening and congestion of evacuation centers in Kamakura City (link to external site)

It is a good idea to prepare the following items in your bag or backpack in case a disaster occurs during sightseeing.
In a richly natural sightseeing area such as Kamakura, it is a good idea to be prepared for risks such as sudden earthquakes and heavy rain in case of emergencies.


Things to bring when sightseeing in Kamakura

Mobile battery

For disasters, a large battery capacity is recommended.

Drinking water and portable food

A sports drink to help prevent dehydration is also a good idea!

Folding umbrella

It can protect your physical strength from rain, wind and strong sunlight.

Paper maps such as tourist maps

It is a good idea to have a paper map so you don’t run down the charge of your phone!

Contact information of your reserved accommodation

It’s a good idea to write it down.

My Number card

In case of illness or injury


Regular medications and hygiene products such as masks

Prepare more in case of disaster.


Cash

In case cashless is not available.


Useful Links for Disaster Prevention

Click here for a list of useful links for disaster prevention
Links – “BOSAI” Kamakaura

Safety tips for travelers

“Safety tips” is an app developed under the supervision of the Japan Tourism Agency that notifies you of disaster information in Japan.

This app was developed under the supervision of the Japan Tourism Agency and is a free app that notifies you of earthquake early warnings, tsunami warnings, eruption warnings, weather warnings, typhoon information, heat stroke information, civil protection information, evacuation information, etc. in Japan.

For foreign tourists visiting Japan, there are various functions that are useful in the event of a disaster.

It is available in 14 languages (15 languages): Japanese, English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian, Tagalog, Nepali, Khmer, Burmese, and Mongolian. It is recommended to download it in advance.

Safety tips for travelers : https://www.jnto.go.jp/safety-tips/eng/app.html

Emergency contact information


Disaster prevention and safety information e-mail distribution service

Kamakura City provides a service that delivers information on disaster prevention, such as weather information, and safety and security information, such as information on suspicious persons, to cell phones and PCs via e-mail in Japanese.

All you need to register is your email address, and you don’t need to register your name or address. If you would like to receive e-mails, please register from the URL below.

https://www.city.kamakura.kanagawa.jp/sougoubousai/haishin0001.html (Japanese language support only)

Hazard Map

Various hazard maps published by Kamakura City.
hazard map

Support Station for people who are unable to return home

https://www.pref.kanagawa.jp/docs/j8g/bousai/documents/kitakustation.html



Links　―　Helpful Apps and Websites in the Event of Disaster

Government Agencies

Private Institutions

Public transport

In case of emergency, we will provide emergency contact information so that tourists can respond quickly. In the event of an emergency, please contact the appropriate contact point according to the situation.

Kamakura City

Kamakura City Official Website

TEL: 0467-23-3000 (representative)
Hours :8:30 am – 5:00 pm on weekdays (Closed from December 29 to January 3) .

Police Station, Fire Station, Public Transportation

The main contact points are as follows:

[Police and Fire Stations]

Kamakura Police Station：0467-23-0110
Kamakura Fire Station：0467-25-7524

[Railway]

JR Kamakura Sta., Kita-Kamakura Sta., Ofuna Sta.: JR East Japan Inquiry Center 050-2016-1600 (6:00-24:00)
Enoden Kamakura Sta.: 0467-22-2101
Enoden Hase Sta.: 0467-22-1782
Shonan Monorail Ofuna Sta.: 0467-45-0135

[Bus]

Enoden Bus Kamakura Office: 0467-46-5191
Keihin Kyuko Bus Kamakura Office: 0467-23-2553

[Taxi]

Keikyu Kotsu : 0467-44-2214
KG Group : 0467-31-0101(Same-day vehicle dispatch) ／0467-31-0606(Cars will be dispatched at a later date.)
Kamakura Smile Taxi: 0467-40-5396
Royal Kotsu: 0467-43-1245
Ofuna Jidosha: 0120-46-2047

Hospitals in Kamakura


For more information on the emergency medical care system in Kamakura City, please refer to the “Emergency Medical System in Kamakura City” section of the Kamakura City website.

Earthquakes

Kamakura City is located in the southern Kanto region, and is expected to be damaged by various earthquakes, such as the Nankai Trough Earthquake and the Tokyo Metropolitan Earthquake (Earthquake directly under the southern part of Tokyo, Taisho Kanto Earthquake, etc.). In particular, there are concerns about damage caused by tsunamis

When you’re by the Coast
Because of the danger of tsunami, evacuate to higher ground regardless of the magnitude of the tremors.
When you’re in the City
Stay away from the building, as there is a possibility that broken glass, signs, etc. may fall, and block walls and gateposts may fall.
When you are in the Mountains
There is a risk of landslides, so stay away from dangerous areas.
When you are at a Shrine or a Temple
There is a possibility of falling tiles, falling block walls and gateposts, and collapsing buildings, so evacuate to a large area.
When you are on a Train or a Bus
Hold on to straps and handrails to avoid being thrown out. When the shaking stops, act calmly and follow the instructions and guidance of the station staff.　https://www.enoden.co.jp/en/
When you’re Driving a car
Move to the left side of the road, stop and leave the door unlocked and the key in place.
When you’re in an elevator
Press the button for all floors, and if it doesn't work, press the emergency contact button.

Useful Links for Disaster Prevention

Click here for a list of useful links for disaster prevention
Links – “BOSAI” Kmakaura

Tsunami

Coast area is particularly at higt risk of Tsunami.

When you are by the Coast
When you feel a strong earthquake or a long-lasting tremor, evacuate to a high place away from the coast area immediately! Do not return to the coast area until Tsunami Warning is cancelled because tsunamis strike repeatedly over a long period.
When you are the Riverside
There is a danger of flooding due to a tsunami, so stay away from the riverside and evacuate to a higher place.
When you are in the City
Evacuate to higher places.

Typhoon

As Kamakura is located by the sea, it is considered vulnerable to high waves and tides and storms during typhoons. Please consider the option of refraining from sightseeing when a typhoon is expected to approach.

When you are by the Coast
Stay away from coast areas due to increased risk of high waves and storm surges.
When you are in the City
There is a risk of flying signbords and objects, overturning trucks and other vehicles, and falling trees and utility poles.
When you are in the Mountains
There is a risk of mudslides, rockfalls, landslides, etc., so stay away from dangerous areas.
When you are by the River
Due to the risk of flooding, do not approach the area and evacuate to a high place away from the river.
When you are at a Shrine or Temple
If the shrine or temple is in the mountains, evacuate to a wide open area to avoid the risk of landslides, fallen trees or flying tiles.
When you’re Driving a Car
Stay away from coast areas, flooded roads, places that are lower than the ground, such as under overpasses and underpasses.

Storm and Flood Damage

Intensive heavy rainfall can cause river flooding and urban flooding.

When you’re in the City
Be aware that underpass and roads can be flooded by sudden heavy rain and strong winds can blow away signboards and objects.
When you’re by the River
There is a risk of flooding and collapse, so stay away from it.
When you are at a Shrine or Temple
In the case of shrines and temples located in mountainous areas, there is a possibility of landslides and fallen trees, so evacuate to as large a place as possible.
When you are on a train or bus
Act calmly and follow the instructions and guidance of the station staff.

Sediment Disasters

Since it is surrounded by mountains on three sides, there are areas that are prone to landslides and cliff slides due to heavy rains. Please note that there are many places designated as “Sediment Disaster Alert Areas” and “Sediment Disaster Special Alert Areas”

When you are in the mountains or at the foot of the mountain
There is a risk of mudslides, landslides, landslides, etc., so stay away from dangerous areas.
When you are on a train or bus
Act calmly and follow the instructions and guidance of the station staff.