Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, Signs Disaster Prevention Partnership Agreement with RSK Sanyo Broadcasting Co., Ltd.

Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, has signed an agreement with RSK Sanyo Broadcasting Co., Ltd. concerning the broadcasting of information on disasters and disaster prevention during emergencies, and disaster prevention measures during normal times.

We will continue to promote public-private collaboration and aim to create a sustainable and attractive Setouchi City.

Scene from the signing ceremony for the Disaster Prevention Partnership Agreement: Mr. Kazuhiro Monobe, President of RSK Sanyo Broadcasting Co., Ltd. (left) / Mr. Kentaro Kuroishi, Mayor of Setouchi City (right)

Background to the Agreement

In recent years, natural disasters have tended to occur with increasing frequency, and their scale and impact have also expanded, causing damage that exceeds previous expectations. In such circumstances, it is an important responsibility of local governments to establish a system that can respond quickly and accurately during disasters from normal times.

Through the signing of this agreement, we aim to build a system for disseminating information on disaster prevention and mitigation awareness activities and disaster prevention measures during both disaster emergencies and normal times, thereby contributing to the peace of mind and safety of our citizens.

Agreement Overview

Date of Agreement Signing: July 2, 2026

Agreement Details:

- Cooperation in the rapid dissemination of disaster information and disaster prevention information when a disaster occurs or is anticipated within Setouchi City. - Cooperation in disseminating information on disaster prevention measures, etc., during normal times.

Inquiries Regarding This Matter:

Setouchi City Hall, Okayama Prefecture, Department of Growth Strategy, Promotion Strategy Division

Phone Number: 0869-24-7375

Email Address: pr@city.setouchi.lg.jp

About Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture

Setouchi City is located in the southeastern part of Okayama Prefecture, adjacent to Okayama City, and is a town with a population of approximately 35,000. It is conveniently accessible by transportation, with a shortest travel time of 21 minutes from Okayama Station via the JR Ako Line. The calm Seto Inland Sea spreads out to the south, offering the charm of beautiful archipelago scenery and the landscape of Ushimado, known as the "Aegean Sea of Japan."

Agriculture, fisheries, and tourism, which take advantage of the warm climate, are thriving, and the city is actively working to solve regional issues and create new value through public-private co-creation.

Setouchi City Official Website is here

Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture Official Website