Kataribe on the 3.11DENSHO ROAD
～Tsunami Storyteller of Sanriku～
The people of this region live in harmony with the rich nature of the sea, forests, rivers, and blessings of the sea. Since protecting oneself from natural disasters is a way of life for the locals here, they continuously find powerful meaning in living as a society.These people wanted others from around the world to experience and learn from this lifestyle, and so storytellers became established in the region.
Those who pass on such kinds of stories are called "Kataribe".
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Feeling One with Nature
RIAS ARK MUSEUM OF ART
- The bounties of the ocean, the brilliant magnificence of nature, and the characteristics of a ria coastline. All of this can be found in this museum. Furthermore, a permanent exhibition of documents introducing Sanriku´s folklore and history are on display together with works that present the Great East Japan Earthquake from an artistic point of view.
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Feeling One with Nature
RIAS ARK MUSEUM OF ART
The bounties of the ocean, the brilliant magnificence of nature, and the characteristics of a ria coastline. All of this can be found in this museum. Furthermore, a permanent exhibition of documents introducing Sanriku´s folklore and history are on display together with works that present the Great East Japan Earthquake from an artistic point of view.
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Feeling One with Nature
Ocean View Forest of life
- Shizugawa Bay is registered by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. A tsunami escape route and nature center are located on a mountain with a sweeping view of this beautiful bay. At the center, one can experience a simulation of life as an evacuee while listening to first-hand stories from survivors. Here, one is able to physically experience what it truly means to coexist with nature.
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Feeling One with Nature
Ocean View Forest of life
Shizugawa Bay is registered by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. A tsunami escape route and nature center are located on a mountain with a sweeping view of this beautiful bay. At the center, one can experience a simulation of life as an evacuee while listening to first-hand stories from survivors. Here, one is able to physically experience what it truly means to coexist with nature.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Kataribe Bus
- A staff member from a tourist hotel in Minamisanriku, an area tremendously affected by the tsunami, joins this sightseeing bus tour as a storyteller. On this 60 minute tour, one will be able to learn about the markings left on the city by the disaster as well as the current restoration process. Overall, the tour teaches the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Kataribe Bus
A staff member from a tourist hotel in Minamisanriku, an area tremendously affected by the tsunami, joins this sightseeing bus tour as a storyteller. On this 60 minute tour, one will be able to learn about the markings left on the city by the disaster as well as the current restoration process. Overall, the tour teaches the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.
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Reliving What It Was Like to Survive the Earthquake
Yonezawa Building
- On the day that the 14 meter-high tsunami hit, a president of a local company evacuated to the small chimney of his office building. Surviving by the skin of his teeth, he lives on to share his story. Through a vicarious experience, participants will come to understand the true terror that tsunamis and natural disasters bring along with what it truly means to be resilient.
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Reliving What It Was Like to Survive the Earthquake
Yonezawa Building
On the day that the 14 meter-high tsunami hit, a president of a local company evacuated to the small chimney of his office building. Surviving by the skin of his teeth, he lives on to share his story. Through a vicarious experience, participants will come to understand the true terror that tsunamis and natural disasters bring along with what it truly means to be resilient.
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Feeling One with Nature
Michinoku Coastal Trail (Jodogahama Route)
- The "Michinoku Coastal Trail" is a 1,000km long trail that connects the northern and southern ends of the Tohoku Pacific Coast. The Jodogahama route is a 4km short trail that goes along the Sanriku Coast. Here, one can take in the greatness of nature by walking the pathways where the Great East Japan Earthquake left its mark. Simultaneously, the contrast between the beauty and picturesque scenery of both the ocean and forest on the ria coast can be enjoyed.
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Feeling One with Nature
Michinoku Coastal Trail (Jodogahama Route)
The "Michinoku Coastal Trail" is a 1,000km long trail that connects the northern and southern ends of the Tohoku Pacific Coast. The Jodogahama route is a 4km short trail that goes along the Sanriku Coast. Here, one can take in the greatness of nature by walking the pathways where the Great East Japan Earthquake left its mark. Simultaneously, the contrast between the beauty and picturesque scenery of both the ocean and forest on the ria coast can be enjoyed.
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Experiencing the Bounties of Sanriku´s Oceans
Fish Market Adventure with the "Squid Prince" of Miyako
- At the fish market, one can take a tour and even participate in market auctions while being tended to by the "Squid Prince". The "Squid Prince", who has his own seafood processing company, also promotes local fisheries to the world. During a tour, one will be introduced to the history of Sanriku´s fisheries not to mention the delicious seafood caught along the coast. Moreover, stories regarding the reconstruction of the fisheries after the Great East Japan Earthquake will be shared.
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Experiencing the Bounties of Sanriku´s Oceans
Fish Market Adventure with the "Squid Prince" of Miyako
At the fish market, one can take a tour and even participate in market auctions while being tended to by the "Squid Prince". The "Squid Prince", who has his own seafood processing company, also promotes local fisheries to the world. During a tour, one will be introduced to the history of Sanriku´s fisheries not to mention the delicious seafood caught along the coast. Moreover, stories regarding the reconstruction of the fisheries after the Great East Japan Earthquake will be shared.
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Learning How to Restore a City through its Resilient People
Stories from a Local Inn´s Landlady
- After the earthquake, a landlady of a local inn became a leading force through her dedication in reconstructing her village. Due to gathering everyone she possibly could to participate, the village´s sense of community gradually became stronger. As a result, this attracted the construction of a stadium for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. One can learn a great deal by listening to her story of passionate resilience.
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Learning How to Restore a City through its Resilient People
Stories from a Local Inn´s Landlady
After the earthquake, a landlady of a local inn became a leading force through her dedication in reconstructing her village. Due to gathering everyone she possibly could to participate, the village´s sense of community gradually became stronger. As a result, this attracted the construction of a stadium for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. One can learn a great deal by listening to her story of passionate resilience.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Tsunami Memorial Hall
- Active in education for disaster prevention, the "Kamaishi Unosumai District" promotes building a community that protects the lives of its people. Survivors that were in middle school during the time of the disaster give a tour of the rugby stadium where traditional facilities and old school grounds once stood. In the area otherwise known as "Kamaishi´s Miracle", one can learn the truth behind what really happened during the huge tsunami along with the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Tsunami Memorial Hall
Active in education for disaster prevention, the "Kamaishi Unosumai District" promotes building a community that protects the lives of its people. Survivors that were in middle school during the time of the disaster give a tour of the rugby stadium where traditional facilities and old school grounds once stood. In the area otherwise known as "Kamaishi´s Miracle", one can learn the truth behind what really happened during the huge tsunami along with the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Disaster Prevention Tour Guide in Taro
- "Taro District, Miyako City" has suffered a number of large tsunamis. Examples include the 1986 Meiji Sanriku Tsunami and the 1933 Sanriku Tsunami. Consequently, a 2,433 meter-long, 10 meter-high seawall was built around the city, making it "tsunami-proof". However, the tsunami during the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 went over the seawall causing a tremendous amount of damage. Through stories describing the state of the city then and now, one can learn the threats natural disasters pose in addition to the reasons why one should prepare for them.
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Understanding the Importance of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Disaster Prevention Tour Guide in Taro
"Taro District, Miyako City" has suffered a number of large tsunamis. Examples include the 1986 Meiji Sanriku Tsunami and the 1933 Sanriku Tsunami. Consequently, a 2,433 meter-long, 10 meter-high seawall was built around the city, making it "tsunami-proof". However, the tsunami during the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 went over the seawall causing a tremendous amount of damage. Through stories describing the state of the city then and now, one can learn the threats natural disasters pose in addition to the reasons why one should prepare for them.
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