Minamisanriku Disaster Prevention Center

The three-story concrete structure stands within the Memorial Park as a stark reminder of the devastating 2011 tsunami that swept through the region.

Established in 1995 as a municipal office, the center endured until March 2011 when a 14-meter tsunami struck during the Great East Japan Earthquake.

The preserved ruins serve as an educational site where visitors learn about natural disasters through exhibits documenting the experiences of local residents.

The center provides guided tours in multiple languages, explaining disaster prevention strategies and the importance of early warning systems in coastal communities.

During the 2011 tsunami, employee Miki Endo continued broadcasting evacuation warnings from this building until the final moment, saving numerous lives.

Location: Minamisanriku

Inception: December 20, 1995

GPS coordinates: 38.67778,141.44639

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:49