Learn the research-based ins and outs of disaster prevention and mitigation - Tsunami / Storm Surge Disaster Prevention Station

【Name of facility】
Tsunami / Takase Station (Staff members from Osaka Prefectural Nishi-Osaka Flood Control Office are stationed at Tsunami/Takase Station)

【Introduction, descriptions, and contents of activities】
A disaster prevention and management station, situated in the west of the Osaka Region. The station focuses on educating the public about the causes and effects of tsunamis and tidal surges, and also teaches how to take preventive action to help prevent and mitigate loss of life and property when a disaster strikes. Visitors can also learn about current research on the predicted Tonankai and Nankai Great Earthquake and earthquakes in general to help prepare for future events.

【Information provider】
Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry

【access】
2 minutes walk from Osaka Subway Sen'nichimae/Chuo-Line Awaza Station

【Availability in multiple languages】
Yes (incl. written materials)

【Available languages】
English, Chinese, Korean

【Price range】
Free

【Price for adult(Unit: yen)】
Free

【Included in fare】
Free

【Methods of reservation】
Reservation required by telephone for a group of 15 or more;FAX06-6541-7760

【Methods of cancelation】
FAX06-6541-7760

【Conditions of resservation and cancelation】
No strict policies. No cancelation fees apply. (Free activity)

【Time required】
Short day trip (Half day)