Typhoon emergency kit checklist Japan 2026: must-have essentials for your emergency kit

Japan's typhoon season (August-October 2026) requires careful preparation. A well-stocked typhoon emergency kit checklist Japan 2026 can be crucial during power outages, floods, or evacuations. This checklist is tailored for residents and travelers in Japan, covering essential supplies, key documents, and region-specific steps for high-risk areas like Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyushu.

Save this checklist in Foco to manage each step with reminders and priorities. Use Panorama mode to view all tasks (e.g., buying supplies, reviewing insurance) at once, or Foco mode to concentrate on specific areas like home preparation or documentation. The Kanban view helps organize tasks by category (food, safety, paperwork), while the calendar ensures you meet critical deadlines, such as renewing insurance before September.

What this checklist includes

Supplies for 3-7 days (water, non-perishable food, medications), safety equipment (flashlights, radio), essential documents (digital and physical copies), and preventive actions (home protection, evacuation plans). Each task is designed to be clear and actionable, with notes in Foco for details like shelter locations or local emergency numbers.

• Purchase 3 liters of water per person per day (minimum 9 liters for 3 days)
• Store non-perishable food (rice, energy bars, easy-open canned goods)
• Prepare basic medical kit (pain relievers, anti-diarrheal meds, bandages) and prescriptions
• Include flashlights with extra batteries (avoid candles due to fire risk)
• Add portable radio with batteries or hand crank (NHK frequencies in English and Japanese)
• Keep physical copies of key documents (passport, residence card, insurance) in a waterproof bag
• Upload digital copies of documents to cloud storage (Google Drive or local services like Rakuten Drive)
• Charge power banks and prepare a portable solar charger
• Include waterproof clothing, sturdy shoes, and thermal blankets
• Add disposable masks and gloves (for post-flood cleanup)
• Prepare a first aid kit with a manual in Japanese
• Keep cash in small denominations (yen; cards may not work without power)
• Protect windows with adhesive tape or typhoon panels (available at Daiso or Amazon Japan)
• Clear drains and gutters to prevent home flooding
• Identify nearby evacuation shelters (check city maps or Disaster Prevention app)
• Review home insurance coverage (floods often require additional policy)
• Prepare a lightweight evacuation backpack with essentials (documents, water, meds)
• Teach household members the evacuation plan and meeting point
• Store pet food and documentation (vaccination records, microchip info)
• Check expiration dates of food and medications every 3 months