Physical geogrpahy

• How many soldiers were deployed to establish order after the disaster?

  100,000 soldiers
• What was the purpose of deploying 100,000 soldiers?

  To establish order and distribute supplies
• What types of supplies were distributed to prevent deaths?

  Blankets, food, bottled water, and petrol
• Who were prioritized for rescue efforts?

  The elderly and young at risk
• Which countries provided monetary aid for rebuilding?

  China and the USA
• What was the goal of the monetary aid from China and the USA?

  To help rebuild lives and homes
• How many search and rescue teams did the UK send?

  63 search and rescue teams
• What was the role of the rescue dogs sent by the UK?

  To sniff out buried survivors
• What was established around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant?

  An exclusion zone to prevent radiation sickness
• What action did the Japanese government take after the Fukushima disaster?

  Ordered shutdown of other nuclear power plants
• What was the impact of looting and violence reported after the disaster?

  People were focused on survival and helping others
• What did the Japanese government establish for long-term growth in Tōhoku?

  The Reconstruction Design Council
• What were Special Zones for Reconstruction designed to do?

  Encourage rapid rebuilding with relaxed regulations
• What was the purpose of tax incentives in the reconstruction process?

  To promote new investment in industry
• What percentage of electricity was provided by nuclear power in Japan before 2011?


  30%
• What was the effect of court orders from anti-nuclear groups?

  Delayed reactor restarts until 2016
• What was the consequence of Japan's reliance on fossil fuels after the disaster?

  Increased environmental damage and CO2 emissions
• What was the estimated economic loss from the disaster?

  $235 billion
• What were the primary impacts of the tsunami?

  Casualties, injuries, and infrastructure destruction
• How many deaths were reported due to the tsunami?

  Over 15,800 deaths
• What long-term impact did the Fukushima disaster have on the population?

  Over 150,000 people evacuated
• What psychological impacts did survivors face after the disaster?

  Post-traumatic stress disorder and depression
• What changes in energy policy occurred after the disaster?

  Shift toward renewable energy and fossil fuels
• What environmental effects were caused by the disaster?

  Damage to coastal ecosystems and farmlands
• How did the community respond immediately after the disaster?

  Survivors huddled in shelters and hoarded supplies
• What was the purpose of the upgraded tsunami warning system announced in 2013?

  To better prepare for future tsunami events
• What was the primary cause of the extensive damage from the tsunami?

  Insufficient coastal defenses
• What does "gaman" refer to in the context of Tohoku's community?

  Enduring hardship with patience
• How did the disaster influence Japan's energy policy discussions?

  Increased investment in renewable energy projects
• What were the long-term social impacts of the disaster on Tohoku's community?

  Strong community resilience and support initiatives
• How did the disaster affect the economic character of Tohoku?

  Severe impacts on fishing, agriculture, and manufacturing
• What demographic challenge does Tohoku face?

  Aging population and rural decline
• What political challenges arose after the disaster?

  Debates on revitalization and disaster preparedness
• What is the population of Japan?

  125.8 million
• What is Japan's GDP per capita?

  $40,146
• What is Japan's Human Development Index (HDI)?

  0.919
• What are the primary economic activities in Tohoku?

  • Agriculture and fishing
  • Manufacturing and heavy industry
• What are the social characteristics of Tohoku's community?

  • Aging population and rural decline
  • Strong sense of community and resilience
• What are the political characteristics affecting Tohoku?

  • Reconstruction and disaster recovery policies
  • Ongoing debates on revitalization and energy policy
• What are the primary impacts of the 2011 disaster on Tohoku?

  • Casualties and injuries
  • Infrastructure destruction
  • Economic losses
  • Psychological and social impacts