Earthquakes can occur in Japan, but knowing the right actions to take can make all the difference. This guide is designed to help you stay safe and act calmly during your visit to Atami.1. Immediate Action: If an Earthquake OccursProtect yourself first. Your safety is the top priority.DROP! (Get low to the ground)COVER! (Protect your head)HOLD ON! (Stay still until the shaking stops)Safety Tips by Location:Indoors: Take shelter under a sturdy table. Do not rush outside in a panic, as falling glass or building signs can be dangerous.Outdoors: Move away from buildings and protect your head with a bag or jacket. Be alert for falling objects, which are the most common cause of injury.2. Secondary Hazards: Landslides and TsunamisEven after the shaking stops, remain alert. Atami's unique geography requires caution regarding both landslides and tsunamis.LandslidesHeavy rain or seismic tremors can make hillsides and cliffs unstable. Whether you are indoors or outdoors, move away from steep slopes or cliffs immediately.TsunamisTsunamis can arrive much faster than expected. If you feel a strong earthquake or a long, slow swaying, do not wait for an official warning.Move away from the sea and rivers instantly.Run to High Ground or head for a designated Tsunami Evacuation Building. In Japanese, these are marked as Tsunami Hinan Building.3. Understanding the Smartphone Alarm (J-Alert)Mobile phones in Japan will sound a distinct, loud alarm before strong shaking or a tsunami arrives.This is an automated safety alert. If you hear this sound, immediately follow the "Immediate Action" steps above.4. Evacuation Area MapWe have mapped the Tsunami Evacuation Buildings throughout Atami to help you find the nearest safe haven.%3Ciframe%20src%3D%22https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fd%2Fembed%3Fmid%3D1GgbyZUt4ETeRtXKojYT-AsHFTS3ltd4%26ehbc%3D2E312F%22%20width%3D%22640%22%20height%3D%22480%22%3E%3C%2Fiframe%3EFacility NameJapanese NameLocation / NotesAtami City Office熱海市役所Central hub for disaster support.Atami Police Station熱海警察署Local police headquarters.Supermarket MaxValuマックスバリュ熱海店Convenient refuge in the central area.Atami Post Office熱海郵便局Central post office.Hotel SUNMI Clubホテルサンミ倶楽部Coastal area evacuation facility.UOMISAKI HOTELウオミサキホテルPort area evacuation facility.SHUKAEN秀花園 湯の花膳Port area evacuation facility.ATAMI KORAKUEN HOTEL熱海後楽園ホテルMajor refuge at the southern end of the port.What to look for:Look for the green square icon on the map. These indicate sturdy buildings designated for temporary refuge on higher floors. If you cannot access the map, simply run toward High Ground (away from the ocean and up the hills).5. Staying Informed with Reliable SourcesTo avoid misinformation, please refer to these official multilingual resources for accurate updates.Recommended App: Safety tipsDeveloped under the supervision of the Japan Tourism Agency, this app sends push notifications for weather, earthquake, and tsunami warnings.Other Official ResourcesNHK WORLD-JAPAN (24-hour English news and transport updates) JNTO Global Website (A comprehensive disaster information portal) X (Twitter): @JapanSafeTravel (Official safety updates for visitors)6. Communication & SupportIf you need to seek help from local residents, you can use the Communication Cards found within the Safety tips app. Simply show the relevant screen to a Japanese speaker to communicate your needs.7. Emergency Numbers119: Fire / Ambulance110: Police050-3816-2787: Japan Visitor Hotline (24-hour multilingual support by JNTO)