Analysis of development plans of group relocation projects for disaster mitigation for reconstruction in response to the Great East Japan Earthquake

A case study of Fukushima Prefecture

Abstract

In this study, we aim to analyze development plans of group relocation projects for disaster mitigation in Fukushima Prefecture and point out some issues of the projects. Group relocation projects for disaster mitigation are in progress in 46 districts of six cities in Fukushima Prefecture. We point out two future issues concerning group relocation projects for disaster mitigation, that is, (1) effective utilazation of land within zones to promote relocation, and (2) Livelihood support for the elderly in relocation areas.