Disaster Preparedness Training Conducted Using Buildings Slated for Demolition in Redevelopment Area for a Resilient City
Mitsui Fudosan conducted a three-day disaster prevention drill in the Nihonbashi Muromachi redevelopment area using buildings scheduled for demolition. In collaboration with the Tokyo Fire Department, approximately 65 participants engaged in realistic training, such as door breaching and smoke simulations, which are difficult to perform in occupied buildings, to enhance local resilience.
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Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. conducted disaster prevention training from May 26 to 28, 2026, utilizing buildings scheduled for demolition within the Nihonbashi Muromachi 1-Chome District redevelopment area, with the cooperation of the local Urban Redevelopment Association.
Key Highlights of the Release:
1. Implementation of realistic disaster drills leveraging buildings slated for demolition within a redevelopment zone.
2. Participation of approximately 65 people, including fire departments, volunteer fire corps, and management staff, based on a 2021 agreement with the Tokyo Fire Department for practical training.
3. Enhancement of response capabilities and inter-organizational cooperation through realistic scenarios that are difficult to execute in occupied buildings.
In the event of large-scale disasters such as earthquakes, integrated response among building staff, tenants, government agencies, and local residents is crucial. While Mitsui Fudosan has long conducted drills with fire and police departments, this latest initiative utilized buildings to be demolished. Participants practiced door breaching using engine cutters, discharged powder fire extinguishers, and underwent smoke experience training.
Mitsui Fudosan emphasizes the importance of 'self-help' within the framework of 'self-help, mutual help, and public help.' The company remains committed to working with relevant organizations and the community to realize a safe, secure, and disaster-resilient city.
The Tokyo Fire Department commented that smooth cooperation with the local community and businesses is vital during emergencies and expressed a desire to continue such practical training to ensure the safety of the Nihonbashi district.
Key Highlights of the Release:
1. Implementation of realistic disaster drills leveraging buildings slated for demolition within a redevelopment zone.
2. Participation of approximately 65 people, including fire departments, volunteer fire corps, and management staff, based on a 2021 agreement with the Tokyo Fire Department for practical training.
3. Enhancement of response capabilities and inter-organizational cooperation through realistic scenarios that are difficult to execute in occupied buildings.
In the event of large-scale disasters such as earthquakes, integrated response among building staff, tenants, government agencies, and local residents is crucial. While Mitsui Fudosan has long conducted drills with fire and police departments, this latest initiative utilized buildings to be demolished. Participants practiced door breaching using engine cutters, discharged powder fire extinguishers, and underwent smoke experience training.
Mitsui Fudosan emphasizes the importance of 'self-help' within the framework of 'self-help, mutual help, and public help.' The company remains committed to working with relevant organizations and the community to realize a safe, secure, and disaster-resilient city.
The Tokyo Fire Department commented that smooth cooperation with the local community and businesses is vital during emergencies and expressed a desire to continue such practical training to ensure the safety of the Nihonbashi district.
FAQ
三井不動産が実施した防災訓練の期間と場所はどこですか？
2026年5月26日から28日までの3日間、東京都中央区の日本橋室町一丁目地区にある再開発区域内の解体予定ビルで実施されました。
訓練にはどのような組織が参加しましたか？
三井不動産の管理スタッフのほか、東京消防庁の消防署、消防団が参加し、延べ約65名が訓練に加わりました。
解体予定ビルを活用するメリットは何ですか？
通常の稼働中のビルでは実施が難しいエンジンカッターを用いた扉破壊訓練や、実際に消火剤を放出する訓練など、実戦的でリアルなシミュレーションが可能になる点です。
この訓練の根拠となる協定はありますか？
2021年に三井不動産と東京消防庁が締結した「消防隊及び自衛消防隊等の実戦的訓練実施に関する協定」に基づき実施されています。
三井不動産は今後どのような防災方針を掲げていますか？
再開発事業の過程で生じる解体予定ビルを有効活用し、関係機関との連携強化や地域の防災力向上に継続的に取り組む方針です。