“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series October 28th: Gifu Prefecture Earthquake Disaster Prevention Day — The Spirit of “Preparedness” Rooted in Japanese Culture
Discover the history of the 1891 Nōbi Earthquake and why October 28th is Gifu's Disaster Prevention Day. Learn about Japan's "Jijo, Kyojo, Kōjo" spirit, the cultural roots of preparedness, and how a major disaster shaped modern Japanese society.