THE REFUGEES’ HOUSING TRANSITION PROCESS AND ISSUES AFTER THE GREAT EAST JAPAN EARTHQUAKE

–The case of Toyoma public housing for victims in Iwaki city of Fukushima–

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to clarify the refugees’ housing transition process and issues. The following results were obtained. (1) When the supply of the temporary housing, it is necessary to take steps to prevent the household separation. (2) Families with children have tended to change places many times for children. (3) Shelter is not only as a place of refuge. Had also functioned as an information-gathering place. (4) There is a need for assistance for the relief of stress because of the drastic change in their living environment and preparing for the future of aging too.