A disaster prevention event planned by local residents was held in Toyokawa City, Aichi Prefecture.

In the Kurando district of Toyokawa City, the residents’ voluntary disaster prevention association has been organizing a disaster prevention event annually for over 30 years.

Police and fire departments cooperated in the event, and this year, a demonstration was held where disaster rescue dogs searched for missing persons.

A food distribution drill was also conducted by the residents, who divided roles to prepare boxed lunches.

A ground golf tournament also took place at the event, where approximately 170 participants deepened their interactions.

Toyokawa City

Toyokawa is a city in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, historically known as a temple town centered around the Toyokawa Inari, a famous Sōtō Zen Buddhist temple and Shintō shrine complex. Founded in the mid-15th century, the site became a major pilgrimage destination dedicated to the deity Inari, the god of fertility, rice, and business success. Today, the city remains a popular spiritual and cultural site, attracting visitors with its unique blend of Buddhist and Shintō traditions.

Aichi Prefecture

Aichi Prefecture, located in central Japan, is a major industrial and cultural hub historically known as the home of the powerful Owari and Mikawa samurai clans. It is most famous for Nagoya Castle, built in the early 17th century by the Tokugawa shogunate, and as the birthplace of the Toyota Motor Corporation. The prefecture also preserves traditional arts such as Noritake porcelain and has a rich culinary identity.

Kurando district

The Kurando district in Kanazawa, Japan, is a historic samurai neighborhood that was established in the early 17th century. It served as the residential area for middle-ranking samurai retainers of the Maeda clan, the rulers of the Kaga Domain. Today, its preserved earthen walls, narrow lanes, and former samurai residences offer a glimpse into the Edo period’s feudal society.

Police

Of course. “Police” is a town in northwestern Poland, not to be confused with law enforcement. Historically, it is known for the nearby Pölitz oil refinery, which was a significant industrial site and a target for Allied bombing during World War II. Today, it is an important industrial center for the chemical industry and serves as a gateway to the scenic Lower Oder Valley International Park.

Fire departments

Fire departments are organized public or private institutions dedicated to emergency response, primarily for fire suppression, rescue operations, and providing emergency medical services. Their history dates back to ancient Rome, but the modern, professional fire service began to take shape in the 17th and 18th centuries, often following major urban fires that highlighted the need for organized protection. Today, they are essential community services that also focus heavily on fire prevention and public safety education.

Disaster rescue dogs

Disaster rescue dogs are specially trained canines that assist in locating survivors after catastrophic events like earthquakes, avalanches, or building collapses. Their history dates back centuries, but modern organized use began with the St. Bernard monks in the Swiss Alps in the 1700s and expanded significantly during World War II for locating people trapped in bombed buildings. These dogs use their powerful sense of smell and agility to cover large disaster areas quickly, making them invaluable members of international search-and-rescue teams.

Ground golf tournament

A ground golf tournament is a sporting event featuring a modern Japanese game invented in 1982 that combines elements of golf and croquet. Players use a single mallet-like club to hit a ball through gates on an outdoor course, with the objective of completing it in the fewest strokes. The game was designed to be simple, accessible for all ages and fitness levels, and has become a popular recreational and competitive activity, particularly among seniors in Japan.