Evacuation Information for the Kagurazaka Area, Shinjuku Ward
Evacuation Information for the Kagurazaka Area, Shinjuku Ward Stay Safe in Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Ward: Essential Evacuation Information Today, August 16, 2024, Typhoon No. 7, a powerful storm, is approaching the Japanese archipelago, raising concerns about potential natural disasters. In preparation, we would like to provide evacuation information for the Kagurazaka area, Shinjuku Ward. We recommend saving this blog post, as it includes evacuation shelters plotted on Google Maps, which can give you peace of mind during your exploration of Kagurazaka. Additionally, we will include a link to Japan’s “Safety Tips” app for foreign travelers. Downloading this app on your smartphone will further enhance your safety. Wide-Area Evacuation Sites: Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens First, in the event of a major earthquake, evacuate to a wide-area evacuation site. These are open spaces designated for protection from the spread of fires that may follow an earthquake. Large parks and plazas are typically designated for this purpose. In the Kagurazaka area and surrounding districts, Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens has been designated as the wide-area evacuation site. The shortest route from Kagurazaka is via Okubo Street to Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens. Evacuation Shelters: Stay Safe at Tsukudo Elementary School and More Next is the information