NHK: In response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, there is renewed interest in making homes earthquake resistant. How can we protect lives from house collapse? We covered issues and countermeasures related to earthquake resistance.
Experts point out that it is necessary to lower the hurdles by simplifying the application procedure for earthquake-proof buildings. The earthquake resistance rate of homes nationwide (including reinforced concrete apartments) is approximately 87%. In areas where the population is aging and there are many old wooden houses, the seismic retrofitting rate is likely to fall even further.