Japan

• What are the four main islands of Japan?

  Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu
• What geographical feature covers most of Japan?

  Mountains
• What is the highest peak in Japan?

  Mount Fuji
• How many earthquakes does Japan experience annually?

  Around 1000
• How many active volcanoes are there in Japan?

  Around 75
• How does Japan's climate vary from north to south?

  Colder in the north, warmer in the south
• What influences the climate in northern Japan?

  Cold winds from Russia
• What causes heavy rain in southern Japan?

  Warm moist air from the tropics
• What natural feature contributes to Japan's heavy rainfall?

  Surrounding water and mountains
• What happens to warm air over mountainous areas in Japan?

  It rises and forms clouds
• What is the first step in the tsunami formation process?

  Friction causes plates to stick together
• What happens when the pressure between tectonic plates becomes too great?

  Both plates move suddenly
• What does the sudden movement of tectonic plates cause in the ocean?

  A bulge in the water
• How do tsunamis travel towards land?

  Water flows down a slope
• What are the impacts of the tsunami on Japan?

  • 125,000 buildings/homes damaged
  • 18,000 people lost
  • 80,000 people in temporary accommodation
  • Major transport disruptions
  • Lack of power and communication
• What was the percentage drop in tourism after the tsunami?

  28% compared to 2010
• Which area was most affected by the tsunami?

  Miyagi
• What was the temperature drop that affected people after the tsunami?

  -50°C with freezing winds
• What should you always have ready in case of a tsunami warning?

  A disaster bag and first aid kit
• What should you do if you hear a tsunami warning?

  Seek higher ground
• What is a key action to take if you must evacuate your home?

  Turn off water and electricity supplies
• What is Japan's population density issue?

  Overcrowding in certain areas
• What is the term for how population is spread across Japan?

  Population distribution
• What is a consequence of Japan's mountainous landscape on population?

  Some areas are sparsely populated
• What is a factor that influences Japan's birth rates?

  Improved female education and employment
• What is a factor that influences Japan's death rates?

  Access to clean water and sewage treatment
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of an ageing population in Japan?

  Advantages:

  • New products for older people
  • Less traffic and emissions
  • More jobs in healthcare

  
  

  Disadvantages:

  • Increased pressure on pensions
  • Fewer workers available
  • Potential school closures
• How are robots helping Japan with its population problem?

  By assisting in care facilities and homes
• What is the role of the robot named Ugo?

  Security guard in a building
• What does the robot Pepper do in nursing homes?

  Leads games and exercises
• What is the purpose of the Telenoid robot?

  To facilitate communication with residents
• How do robots help with the shortage of workers in Japan?

  By performing simple household tasks
• What is Japan's approach to immigration compared to other countries?

  Japan accepts few immigrants
• What is the significance of the robot's design in Japan?

  To make them feel approachable and cute
• What caused thousands of homes and buildings to catch fire during the tsunami?

  Damaged electricity cables and gas pipes
• Why was there a lack of food and fresh water after the tsunami?

  A 10 meter wave destroyed crops and farmland
• How many people were killed due to the tsunami?

  Around 19,000 people
• Which city had the most fatalities from the tsunami?

  Ishinomaki city
• What increased the risk of cancer by 1% for local residents?

  Damage at Fukushima Nuclear plant
• How many people were made homeless by the earthquake?

  500,000 people