10 Years Since Kumamoto Earthquakes: "TKB48 Evacuation Center Training" to be Held with Kumamoto City
TCL Co., Ltd. will participate in the "TKB48 Evacuation Center Training" organized by Kumamoto City from May 16-17, 2026, marking the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquakes. The training aims to prevent the fading of disaster experience and improve evacuation center environments. Utilizing the innovative 'EZDOME HOUSE' shelter, which can be set up in as little as 90 minutes, a demonstration experiment will be conducted to establish a new disaster prevention model that provides high-quality evacuation environments (Toilet (T), Kitchen/Meals (K), Bed (B) = TKB48) within 48 hours of a disaster, disseminating it from Kyushu to the entire nation.
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TCL Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture; Representative Director and President: Fumio Kimura), a subsidiary of White House Co., Ltd., which sells imported cars and automotive parts, will participate in the "TKB48 Evacuation Center Training" organized by Kumamoto City from May 16 (Saturday) to May 17 (Sunday), 2026. This event marks the 10th anniversary of the Kumamoto earthquakes and aims to prevent the fading of disaster experience and improve evacuation center environments. A demonstration experiment will be conducted utilizing the innovative 'EZDOME HOUSE' shelter, which can be set up in as little as 90 minutes. The goal is to establish a new disaster prevention model that provides high-quality evacuation environments (Toilet (T), Kitchen/Meals (K), Bed (B) = TKB48) within 48 hours of a disaster to prevent "disaster-related deaths," and to disseminate this model from Kyushu to the entire nation.
■ TKB48 Evacuation Center Training
10 years since the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes. To solve the issue of disaster-related deaths, a large-scale practical training will be conducted introducing the concept of "TKB48," which involves establishing toilets (T), kitchens (K), and beds (B) within 48 hours of a disaster. This will be the 6th time the TKB48 Evacuation Center Training is held.
Overview of the Event
Dates
May 16 (Saturday) - 17 (Sunday), 2026
*Equipment collection on the 15th, dismantling on the 18th
Venue
Aquas Dome Kumamoto Multipurpose Plaza
Content
Practical training to set up an evacuation center equipped with TKB within 48 hours of a disaster
Special Program
A talk session will be held on May 17 featuring Kumamoto City Mayor Kazufumi Onishi, Fukuoka City Mayor Soichiro Takashima, and Yoshihiro Mizutani, Representative Director (Japan Society for Evacuation Centers and Evacuation Life).
What is EZDOME HOUSE?
① DIY product that can be assembled without specialized knowledge
In the event of a disaster, rapid establishment of evacuation centers is required, but it is not easy to prepare sufficient evacuation centers due to the need for specialized knowledge regarding the transportation and installation of supplies. "EZDOME HOUSE" is a DIY product that can be assembled by two adults in 90 minutes without large-scale equipment or specialized knowledge, allowing anyone to start setting it up immediately.
The parts for one unit can be transported by a single light truck, making it ideal for stockpiling.
② Stress-free spatial design
The dome-shaped design of EZDOME HOUSE harmonizes with nature, so it does not feel out of place wherever it is placed. A particular feature is that it does not give off the imposing impression of a temporary dwelling or container house during a disaster.
The interior is also open and free of corners, feeling more spacious than its actual dimensions of 3m x 3m x 2.5m (width x depth x height).
It overturns the conventional image of cramped evacuation centers, offering a comfortable indoor space where people can spend time without unnecessary stress during an emergency.
③ Wide range of customization with abundant options
The basic parts consist of wall panels (14 upper, 14 lower), a ceiling panel with a natural ventilation system, and floor panels. By replacing panels or adding options, a wide range of customization is possible.
Gazebo style with alternating panels removed
Ramps and clear panels can also be added
Connecting domes
Full clear panels that shine at night
④ Track record and superiority of "EZDOME HOUSE" adopted by 700 medical institutions nationwide
"EZDOME HOUSE" has a proven track record, having been adopted by approximately 700 medical institutions nationwide as vaccination rooms and fever clinics for COVID-19 response. It uses HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) panels and employs a unique modular construction method that allows two adults to assemble and disassemble it in as little as 90 minutes. It boasts higher insulation and heat retention than tents, making it extremely effective for securing private space and preventing infectious diseases in evacuation centers during disasters. It has already been adopted as a disaster stockpile in Togo Town, Aichi Prefecture, with permanent donations to facilities adjacent to the town hall and setup drills being conducted, accelerating the trend of practical application in local governments.
Company Profile
■ TCL Co., Ltd. Company Overview
Company Name: TCL Co., Ltd.
Established: November 1, 1979
Representative: Fumio Kimura
Location: White House Building, 3-139 Hongo, Meito-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
URL: https://www.kk-tcl.co.jp/
■ White House Group Business Activities
The White House Group delivers world-class cars and motorcycles to customers daily through a network of over 40 stores in the Tokai region, including Nagoya.
・Authorized imported car dealerships: Peugeot / Citroën / DS Automobiles / BMW / MINI / VOLVO / Audi / Fiat / Alfa Romeo / Abarth / Land Rover / Caterham / Polaris ORV / Hyundai / FIAT Professional
・Sales of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. products
・Authorized imported motorcycle dealerships: Triumph / Indian Motorcycle
・Camping car business, Auto Planet business, and related parts/accessories sales / repair / insurance business, etc.
・POL
■ TKB48 Evacuation Center Training
10 years since the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes. To solve the issue of disaster-related deaths, a large-scale practical training will be conducted introducing the concept of "TKB48," which involves establishing toilets (T), kitchens (K), and beds (B) within 48 hours of a disaster. This will be the 6th time the TKB48 Evacuation Center Training is held.
Overview of the Event
Dates
May 16 (Saturday) - 17 (Sunday), 2026
*Equipment collection on the 15th, dismantling on the 18th
Venue
Aquas Dome Kumamoto Multipurpose Plaza
Content
Practical training to set up an evacuation center equipped with TKB within 48 hours of a disaster
Special Program
A talk session will be held on May 17 featuring Kumamoto City Mayor Kazufumi Onishi, Fukuoka City Mayor Soichiro Takashima, and Yoshihiro Mizutani, Representative Director (Japan Society for Evacuation Centers and Evacuation Life).
What is EZDOME HOUSE?
① DIY product that can be assembled without specialized knowledge
In the event of a disaster, rapid establishment of evacuation centers is required, but it is not easy to prepare sufficient evacuation centers due to the need for specialized knowledge regarding the transportation and installation of supplies. "EZDOME HOUSE" is a DIY product that can be assembled by two adults in 90 minutes without large-scale equipment or specialized knowledge, allowing anyone to start setting it up immediately.
The parts for one unit can be transported by a single light truck, making it ideal for stockpiling.
② Stress-free spatial design
The dome-shaped design of EZDOME HOUSE harmonizes with nature, so it does not feel out of place wherever it is placed. A particular feature is that it does not give off the imposing impression of a temporary dwelling or container house during a disaster.
The interior is also open and free of corners, feeling more spacious than its actual dimensions of 3m x 3m x 2.5m (width x depth x height).
It overturns the conventional image of cramped evacuation centers, offering a comfortable indoor space where people can spend time without unnecessary stress during an emergency.
③ Wide range of customization with abundant options
The basic parts consist of wall panels (14 upper, 14 lower), a ceiling panel with a natural ventilation system, and floor panels. By replacing panels or adding options, a wide range of customization is possible.
Gazebo style with alternating panels removed
Ramps and clear panels can also be added
Connecting domes
Full clear panels that shine at night
④ Track record and superiority of "EZDOME HOUSE" adopted by 700 medical institutions nationwide
"EZDOME HOUSE" has a proven track record, having been adopted by approximately 700 medical institutions nationwide as vaccination rooms and fever clinics for COVID-19 response. It uses HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) panels and employs a unique modular construction method that allows two adults to assemble and disassemble it in as little as 90 minutes. It boasts higher insulation and heat retention than tents, making it extremely effective for securing private space and preventing infectious diseases in evacuation centers during disasters. It has already been adopted as a disaster stockpile in Togo Town, Aichi Prefecture, with permanent donations to facilities adjacent to the town hall and setup drills being conducted, accelerating the trend of practical application in local governments.
Company Profile
■ TCL Co., Ltd. Company Overview
Company Name: TCL Co., Ltd.
Established: November 1, 1979
Representative: Fumio Kimura
Location: White House Building, 3-139 Hongo, Meito-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
URL: https://www.kk-tcl.co.jp/
■ White House Group Business Activities
The White House Group delivers world-class cars and motorcycles to customers daily through a network of over 40 stores in the Tokai region, including Nagoya.
・Authorized imported car dealerships: Peugeot / Citroën / DS Automobiles / BMW / MINI / VOLVO / Audi / Fiat / Alfa Romeo / Abarth / Land Rover / Caterham / Polaris ORV / Hyundai / FIAT Professional
・Sales of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. products
・Authorized imported motorcycle dealerships: Triumph / Indian Motorcycle
・Camping car business, Auto Planet business, and related parts/accessories sales / repair / insurance business, etc.
・POL