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The top 5 Japanese stocks transforming earthquake resilience

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Rei Saito
Jan 09, 2024
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In the wake of the recent 7.6-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan's Noto Peninsula on January 1st this year, Japan’s infrastructure has once again demonstrated unparalleled resilience against seismic events.

This robustness is far from accidental. It is the result of a concerted effort by the Japanese government, in collaboration with the private sector, to craft the world's most stringent earthquake-proofing regulations and develop corresponding state-of-the-art technologies.

The importance of such advancements is starkly evident when we look at recent global seismic disasters. For example, in February 2023, a series of violent earthquakes, including a magnitude 7.8 quake, struck southern and central Turkey and northern Syria, leading to catastrophic destruction. This seismic event took over 59,000 people’s lives and caused extensive damage across an area the size of Germany, impacting an estimated 14 million people or 16% of Turkey's population.

In light of events like these, the question arises: How can you participate in the sector of earthquake-proofing?

Japanese companies at the forefront of this sector are pioneering innovations that are not just transforming Japan's approach to seismic safety but are also poised to influence global earthquake resilience practices. As awareness grows about the necessity of such technology, investors are presented with a unique opportunity to engage with firms that are defining the future of earthquake safety and resilience.

Therefore, I've handpicked these top 5 companies that are leading the way in earthquake resistance:

1. Showa Bond Holdings (1414):

SHO-BOND Holdings Co., Ltd.

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