How to be prepared for an Earthquake in Japan?

You would be very surprised at the items you can find in Japan for that just-in-case feeling. A lot of the items would be very convenient to have in your bag during your travels around the world, so a leisurely jaunt to Tokyu Hands in Shibuya would be a very educational and helpful experience. Find the Bosai goods on the DIY floors (B1-C) at the Shibuya Tokyu Hands. Yes, this is an earthquake prone country but it has been this way for a very long time and thanks to Japanese ingenuity, there are lots of items to use "just in case" that would help you in a challenging situation, pretty much anywhere.　Here is a map about what you can do when you are in certain areas in case of an earthquake. http://www.fdma.go.jp/bousai_manual/e/occ/occurrence000.html