Disaster Prevention TKB New Year's Parade Commemorative Event in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY

In recent years, improving the environment of evacuation shelters in the event of a disaster has become a major issue.
In addition to providing a comfortable toilet (Toilet (T)), a hot meal kitchen (K), and a privacy-friendly rest space (Bed (B)), care is also needed for children (Children (C)). Let's increase disaster prevention awareness by experiencing the TKB+C measures.

■Event content
(1) Ceremony
The opening ceremony for this event, which aims to create a disaster prevention culture in urban areas through cooperation between local residents, government, businesses, organizations, and visitors at TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY where the station and the city are integrated, will be held on Friday, November 21st at 10:00 on a special stage in Gateway Park. Members of the event's executive committee, as well as a representative from the Cabinet Office, will take to the stage to cut the ribbon.

(2) Event Corner Details
① Toilets: Display of emergency toilets
We will propose solutions based on toilet problems that have arisen in the past during disasters. We will also introduce how to use portable toilets, which are essential for daily life during evacuation at home and for business continuity, and exhibit products that meet standards for absorption and odor prevention.
Toilet countermeasures require combining multiple types depending on the time period. Actual emergency toilets will be on display, including a simple toilet that automatically seals to prevent infectious diseases, a Western-style toilet with a prefabricated panel that can be securely locked, and even a type that has a water supply tank and wastewater tank next to each other to enable flushing.


② Kitchen: Dining experience in a large tent
In evacuation shelters, separating eating and sleeping areas (separation of eating and sleeping areas) is important for maintaining hygiene and health. For this event, a dining tent will be set up and, with the cooperation of Compass Group Japan Co., Ltd., meals will be provided in preparation for emergencies, using ingredients from TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY employee cafeteria. The meals will be provided on November 21st (Friday) from 11:00, and on the 22nd (Saturday) from 11:00 and 13:30 (limited to 100 meals per session).


③ Bed: Cardboard bed experience
To show the cardboard bed assembly process, we will display the individual parts, the bed in the middle of assembly, and the completed state. You can actually sit on the cardboard bed and assemble it.

4. Child care
We offer a space where children can play safely in the event of a disaster. Specialist childcare staff will be on hand, and a picture book specialist will read picture books to them. Children can play with urethane blocks (soft blocks), origami, drawing supplies, and more.

⑤ TKB Stamp Rally
A TKB stamp rally will be held at stamp stands set up around the venue. Those who collect stamps at all four locations will receive emergency supplies such as instant rice at Gateway Studio on a first-come, first-served basis.

(3) Stage Guests
Along with the meals being served in the dining tent, there will be a stage event where people can learn about toilets (T), kitchens (K), and beds (B) in the event of a disaster. Yasuda and Ami Tokito, the leaders of the Yasuda Circus, will be invited as stage guests to provide an expert explanation on disaster prevention TKB.



(4) Stage time schedule

<Friday, November 21st>
10:00~ Ribbon cutting ceremony
To commemorate the TKB Disaster Prevention New Year's Parade Commemorative Event in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on a special stage in Gateway Park. Members of the event's executive committee and a representative from the Cabinet Office will be in attendance.

11:00～ TKB Stage
We will hold a talk session with disaster prevention experts on TKB+C (toilet, kitchen, bed + children) in the event of a disaster.

12:30~, 14:30~ Reading Stage
On stage, we will read out the popular educational manga "Survival Series" for elementary school students, allowing children to learn about disaster prevention while having fun.

<Saturday, November 22>
11:00～, 13:30～ TKB Stage
We will be holding a talk session with disaster prevention experts, Yasuda Dai Circus leader Yasuda, and Tokito Ami on TKB+C (toilet, kitchen, bed + children) in the event of a disaster.

12:30~, 15:00~ Reading Stage
On stage, we will read out the popular educational manga "Survival Series" for elementary school students, allowing children to learn about disaster prevention while having fun.

(5) Disaster Prevention TKB Forum
We will explain the importance of toilets (T), kitchens (K), and beds (B), which are essential for preventing disaster-related deaths, and share domestic and international efforts.

*For details, see the attached sheet

(6) Sponsoring companies and exhibit contents *Exhibition contents decided at this time
・Aluminum Factory Co., Ltd. (Disaster-response partition -ALCARA-)
・Ekimachi Energy Create Co., Ltd. (Introduction of efforts to create a disaster-resistant town)
・Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. / Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory Co., Ltd. / Otsuka Packaging Industries Co., Ltd. / Earth Pet Co., Ltd. /
Nichiban Co., Ltd./Otsuka Foods Co., Ltd. (Otsuka Group Total Healthcare Booth)
・Onishi Foods Co., Ltd. (sales of long-term storage foods)
・Ezaki Glico Co., Ltd. (Glico disaster preparedness supplies exhibition and Icreo baby milk trial event)
- KDDI Corporation (Introduction of communications support activities for evacuation shelters in disaster-stricken areas)
・Suntory Holdings Limited (Introduction to disaster prevention initiatives promoted by Suntory)
・Central Security Services Co., Ltd. (VR initial firefighting experience)
・ JR-EAST East Sports Co., Ltd. "THE JEXER TAKANAWA" (Countermeasures for Economy Class Syndrome)
・JR East Japan Urban Development Co., Ltd. (Disaster preparedness while camping)
・ JR-EAST East Building Technology Co., Ltd. (BCP initiatives at TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY
Mino's introduction)
・ JR-EAST East Cultural Creation Foundation (MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives)
(Introduction of disaster prevention initiatives)
・Takanawa TAKANAWA GATEWAY Area Management General Incorporated Association (TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY
Introduction to disaster prevention initiatives)
Tokyu Construction Co., Ltd. (Initiative to achieve zero disaster-related deaths with the portable wooden building "Mokutas Cube"
Mino's introduction)
・Tokyo Metropolitan Government (Introduction to disaster prevention efforts in Tokyo)
・East Japan Railway Company (Introduction to disaster prevention efforts at TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY and stations)
・NTT East Japan Corporation (trial use of disaster message dial (171) etc. during disasters)
・Poppins Educare Co., Ltd. (How to interact with children during disasters)
・Minato Ward (raising awareness of evacuation at home, etc.)
・Urban Renaissance Agency (UR) (Introduction to safe and secure urban development)

(7) Toilet exhibition cooperation
・Kenyu Co., Ltd. (coagulant-type portable toilet)
・G Techno Co., Ltd. (Panel-assembled portable toilets)
・Setup Yokohama Co., Ltd. (coagulant-type portable toilets)
・Sogo Service Co., Ltd. (portable toilet with absorbent sheet)
・Japan Safety Co., Ltd. (Portable toilet with a sealed bag using heat sealing)
・BSK Co., Ltd. (Panel-assembled toilet cubicles)
・Hokusei Kogyo Co., Ltd. (Panel-assembled toilet cubicles)

(8) Special Cooperation
・Compass Group Japan Co., Ltd. (meal provision and meal menu planning)
・Jakuetsu Co., Ltd. (providing childcare products for the children's relaxation corner)
・Takanawa Police Station (Introduction to police disaster prevention efforts)
・Takanawa Fire Station (fire-resistant clothing experience)

▼Venue layout


*The content of this event may be subject to change or cancellation.
*This event will proceed rain or shine, but will be cancelled in the event of severe weather.
*Please note that photos of the event may be posted on TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY official website and various social media platforms.


[Forum Program]
<Presentation 1> Italy's approach to disaster response and the importance of introducing beds
Yoshihiro Mizutani (Representative Director, The Society for the Study of Evacuation Shelters and Evacuation Life)
<Presentation 2> Urban Toilet Issues and Solutions During Disasters
Atsushi Kato (Representative Director, Japan Toilet Institute, a non-profit organization)
<Announcement 3> Securing a food distribution system with professionals working with the restaurant association
Hiroshi Morikawa (Chief of the Crisis Management Division, Mashiki Town, Kumamoto Prefecture)
<Announcement 4> Promoting "Real Disaster Prevention City" in Minato Ward
Yasuhiro Nozawa (Deputy Mayor of Minato Ward, Tokyo) (planned)
<Presentation 5> Addressing logistics issues during disasters and the need for phase-free logistics infrastructure
Keisuke Toji (President and Group CEO, Aeronext Inc.)

Exchange of opinions: Disaster prevention update starting with TKB ~ A resilient city that will last for 100 years to come ~
Panelists: Mr. Mizutani, Mr. Morikawa, Mr. Nozawa, Mr. Taji, Mr. Takeshi Takahashi (East Japan Railway Company)
Proceeded by NPO Japan Toilet Research Institute

*The program and speakers may be subject to change.
*Advance reservations are required for the Disaster Prevention Forum.
*The forum will close once it reaches capacity.

■How to apply
① Forum participation application form (for local government disaster prevention officials)

② Forum participation application form (for those other than those mentioned above)


*For inquiries regarding the forum, please contact the Japan Toilet Research Institute, a non-profit organization.
MAIL: laboseminar@toilet.or.jp

■ Disaster Prevention TKB New Year's Parade Executive Committee
Chairperson: Ai Seike (Mayor of Minato Ward)
Vice-chairman Atsushi Kato (Representative Director, Japan Toilet Institute, a non-profit organization)
Miyuki Suzuki (Professor, Department of Child Support, Faculty of Human Development, Kokugakuin University)
Teru Fukui (Chairman of the Board, National Resilience, Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Support Organization)
Yoshihiro Mizutani (Representative Director, The Society for the Study of Evacuation Shelters and Evacuation Life)
Tsuyoshi Itoyama (Takanawa Block Leader, Takanawa District Neighborhood Association Federation)
Takeshi Takahashi (Managing Executive Officer, East Japan Railway Company)
Shinagawa Large-Scale Project Promotion Department Manager)
Tomoko Konuma (Representative Director, TAKANAWA GATEWAY Area Management General Incorporated Association)
Yoshiya Amano (Secretary General, TAKANAWA GATEWAY Area Management General Incorporated Association)

■Event details here
September 29, 2025 press release
2025.11.4 press release

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Disaster Prevention TKB Forum flyer Here