“Drop the weapon” — emergency drill for children’s indoor facility simulates a suspicious person carrying a blade in Nanporo Town
In the town of Nanporo, Sorachi, a training exercise was conducted by police and other agencies, assuming a suspicious person with a knife appeared at an indoor facility for children.
“Knife, knife! Hey, drop the weapon!”
The training was carried out under the scenario that a murder threat email was sent to the indoor play facility “Hareppa” in Nanporo Town, and subsequently, a suspicious person with a knife appeared in the vicinity.
Additionally, in coordination with the fire department, responses to suspicious objects and injured individuals were confirmed.
(A user who participated in the training) “Since they are training thoroughly, I feel I can let my children play here with peace of mind.”
(Chief of the Security Division, Kuriyama Police Station) “There are also crimes targeting children, so we want to continue training at such facilities in the future.”
The police stated they intend to continue training and strengthen cooperation with facilities and the fire department.
Nanporo
Nanporo is a town located in the Sorachi Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan, known for its rich agricultural landscape and hot spring resorts. Historically, the area was developed during the Meiji era as settlers, including former samurai, cultivated the land for farming. Today, it is recognized for its seasonal attractions, such as the Nanporo Tulip Park and the peaceful Nanporo Onsen.
Sorachi
Sorachi is a region in central Hokkaido, Japan, known for its historical significance as a major coal mining hub during Japan’s rapid industrialization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The area once boomed with mining towns and a thriving economy, but declined after the energy shift from coal to oil in the 1960s. Today, Sorachi preserves its heritage through museums and remnants of the mining era, while also promoting agriculture and tourism.
Hareppa
Hareppa is a small village in the Indian state of Karnataka, known for its ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The site holds historical significance due to its association with the Vijayanagara Empire, featuring architectural elements from that period. Today, it remains a quiet pilgrimage destination, preserving its cultural and religious heritage.
