daily-life/ Jan 6, 2026
When the Ground Shakes
Living with earthquakes in Japan - understanding warnings, knowing what to do, and why preparedness becomes routine

Living with earthquakes in Japan - understanding warnings, knowing what to do, and why preparedness becomes routine

Every winter, volunteers walk the streets clapping wooden blocks and calling out fire warnings - a tradition that refuses to fade

More than a corner shop: how Japanese convenience stores became essential infrastructure for paying bills, printing tickets, and surviving late nights
