Sudden Downpours, Capital Earthquakes, and Heatstroke: Disaster Prevention Solutions for the "Three Summer Risks" Gather at Tokyo Big Sight

RX Japan Ltd. (HQ: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President: Takeshi Tanaka) will host the '24th Office Disaster Prevention EXPO [Tokyo]' as part of the General Affairs, HR & Accounting Week [Tokyo] at Tokyo Big Sight for three days, from June 17 (Wed) to 19 (Fri), 2026.

■ Why June is the Time to Re-evaluate Corporate Disaster Prevention

June is a critical period to re-evaluate corporate disaster prevention, as it precedes the typhoon and heatstroke seasons in addition to the rainy season, which brings heavy rainfall disasters and transportation disruptions. Corporate disaster risks are diversifying and deepening, including commuters stranded by sudden downpours, business stoppages due to power outages, and heatstroke risks.

Under these circumstances, according to a Cabinet Office survey, approximately 90% of large companies and 70% of mid-sized companies engage in management with concrete assumptions about disaster risks, showing a steady rise in awareness. However, regarding actual stockpiles, while water and food reserves have advanced to some extent, only about 30% of companies have secured reserves for stranded commuters, leaving challenges in practical operations.

■ Key Keyword: "Phase-Free" — Disaster Prevention for Daily Use

Against this backdrop, the concept of 'Phase-Free' has recently gained attention. It means disaster prevention that provides value not only in emergencies but also in daily life, shifting the mindset from 'stockpiling for emergencies' to 'preparedness for daily use.' Products that 'do not make you realize you are preparing for a disaster' are emerging one after another, such as long-term preserved foods that are delicious for daily consumption, office fixtures that serve as interior furniture daily and cots in emergencies, and disaster backpacks that can be used as commuting bags. This exhibition will introduce these 'Phase-Free' products and services as well as the latest trends in corporate disaster prevention.

■ Highlighted Exhibition Products & Services (Selected)

[Disaster Prevention x Art] Art Toilette
Art for daily life, a toilet for disasters. Simply decorate your wall to easily store emergency toilet supplies. Features excellent antibacterial and deodorizing properties with a 10-year expiration date. (Exhibitor: Mainichi Co., Ltd.)

[Foldable Cot] WAQ 2WAY Folding Cot 600D
Japan's first! A cot that has acquired the 'Disaster Prevention Product Recommendation Mark.' Compactly storable in the included case, making it efficient for stockpiles. (Exhibitor: WAQ Co., Ltd.)

[Water Server] PREMIUM WATER
Features delicious natural water and a stylish, high-performance water server. Can be used daily and also serves as disaster stockpiles. (Exhibitor: PREMIUM WATER Co., Ltd.)

[Foldable Bicycle] Emanol
Adopts airless tires that require no air. Used as a bicycle normally, it offers reliable transportation during disasters when public infrastructure is paralyzed. (Exhibitor: Takeda Sangyo Co., Ltd.)

Compact Bottles (Kotoru) / Foldable Gargle Cup
積極的に取り組んでいる functional suggestions for both daily and emergency use. (Exhibitor: Iseto Co., Ltd.)

[Wear with Built-in Electric Fan] KU92350/KU92354
A leading company in heatstroke prevention that developed the world's first fan-equipped wear. Can be used from daily heatstroke prevention to evacuation life in disasters. Helps save lives during power or water outages. (Exhibitor: Kuchofuku Co., Ltd.)

■ Disaster Prevention Seminars (Selected)

June 17, 2026 (Wed) | 12:30-13:30
60 Minutes to Experience! Practical Training to Enhance Corporate Disaster Resilience [Circuit Training Trial Version]
Lecturer: Mr. Yuta Morishita, Sales Dept., Rescuenow Inc.

June 18, 2026 (Wed) | 13:15-14:00
Practical BCM to Prepare for Capital Earthquakes