Disaster Relic Topic 45

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A valuable site where you can witness the devastating power of the Great East Japan Earthquake tsunami.

Overview

Disaster Relic Topic 45 was once a roadside station, a symbolic landmark of Takata Matsubara. In the Great East Japan Earthquake, it was struck by a 13.7m high tsunami, causing extensive damage to the interior. However, thanks to its sturdy construction, three people on the upper floor survived. This relic serves as a poignant testament to the destructive power of tsunamis and humanity's vulnerability in the face of nature's fury. Currently, the interior is accessible for viewing, and you can imagine the situation at that time with the help of a guide's explanation. Witnessing this firsthand allows for a deeper understanding of the lessons learned from the disaster and fosters a heightened sense of disaster preparedness. Located within the Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park, it offers a journey through the memories of the disaster and the path to recovery alongside the Miracle Pine and the Tsunami Memorial Museum.

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Basic Information

Address
28-5 Takatamachi Furukawa, Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Iwate
Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Rikuzentakata Station, located within the Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park. Show route
Op.Hours
Visits require advance booking.
Cld.Days
Irregular holidays
Fee
Free
INFO
A visit requires accompaniment by a Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park guide. Guide reservations are handled by the Rikusen Takata City Tourism and Product Association.
HP
https://www.reconstruction.go.jp/topics/main-cat1/sub-cat1-22/densyo-guide45.pdf

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