Examining the Potential of Natural Disaster Monuments as Surrogate Indicators for Disaster Hazards in Japan
Jun Sakamoto
Abstract:Japan is prone to natural disasters because of its diverse topographical, geological, and climatic conditions. It is vital to gain a deeper understanding of disaster-prevention measures to mitigate these effects. One aspect of this understanding is the construction of natural disaster monuments to educate future generations about lessons learned from past disasters. This study focuses on the location and distribution of these monuments and examines their potential as surrogate indicators of disaster hazards. T… Show more
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