Living in Japan

Prepare for emergencies and disasters

Connect emergency services, warnings and local evacuation information.

Check current official requirements · English guide

Your next steps

01
Save the relevant official emergency contacts
Start with the official service linked below. Your circumstances and location can change the procedure.
02
Find your municipality’s hazard and evacuation information
03
Prepare household supplies and a communication plan
04
Follow official alerts and instructions during an incident

Documents, fees and deadlines

Use the current official checklist for your specific application. Ask Immibot to check current details, or confirm them with the responsible office.

This is an editorial task guide. The linked official service supplies the current procedure; the guidebook provides background.

7th edition, March 2025. Rules as of October 2024. Current fees, thresholds and procedures can differ.

Source references organised: 2026-10-12. Current legal requirements are checked when you ask.