SAKIGAKE管理人 On May 13, 2025, the 13th Japan-Vietnam Disaster Prevention Cooperation Dialogue was held in Ha Nam Province, Vietnam. Jointly hosted by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (formed from a merger of two prior ministries), the event has become increasingly significant each year.
SAKIGAKE JAPAN participated by delivering a technical presentation and showcasing key products addressing Vietnam’s urgent disaster challenges.
Lessons from Typhoon Yagi (2024)
In September 2024, Typhoon Yagi caused severe flooding, infrastructure collapse, and forced the evacuation of tens of thousands in rural Vietnam. Delays in obtaining and disseminating weather data exacerbated the damage—highlighting the need for early warning systems and infrastructure resilience, especially in rural regions.
Our Technical Solutions
We proposed two main innovations:
- SaaS-Based Early Warning Systems
Our platforms “Climate Vision” and “Water Vision” leverage satellite data, sensors, and historical records to visualize risks like floods and landslides in real time. Even rural communities with limited infrastructure can receive actionable alerts on PCs or smartphones. - Decentralized Infrastructure Solutions
Products such as the solar-powered Cold Storage Box Portable and DIPPS Cloud (soil monitoring system)function even when power and communication lines are cut—ideal for remote or mountainous areas.
Disaster Prevention as Sustainable Development
We emphasized that disaster risk reduction should not be a temporary aid initiative but a sustainable, community-driven system. Our business model promotes:
- Local operation and ownership
- Partnerships with local companies and institutions
- Cost recovery through locally integrated services
Featured Technologies
- Climate Vision / Water Vision – AI-driven risk visualization
- DIPPS Cloud – Real-time underground sensor system
- Aster Power Coating – Flexible, earthquake-resistant coating
- Cold Storage Box Portable – Solar-powered, 7+ hours cold retention
Feedback from visitors included:
“Usable even in off-grid regions” and “Practical combination of agriculture and disaster resilience.”
Looking Ahead
Vietnam’s first sabo dam (erosion control dam) was recently completed with Japanese support, but further collaboration is needed on information systems, training, and education.
We’re now initiating pilot programs with local universities and government bodies, aiming for wider regional rollout across Southeast Asia.
At SAKIGAKE JAPAN, we see disaster prevention not only as a way to protect lives—but also to safeguard livelihoods, communities, and local development.
We will continue creating socially embedded disaster resilience systems through international partnerships.
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