Seven out of 10 people in Japan would prefer to shelter at home after a major disaster if their homes are considered to be safe, according to a recent survey by market research firm Macromill.

The survey also showed that only about 15% of respondents had a detailed understanding of the preparations needed to shelter at home, with regional differences in levels of understanding evident.

The survey, conducted annually since 2024, was carried out online from Sept. 4 to 15, with valid responses obtained from 200,000 people across Japan.

Asked how they would seek shelter if their homes were not at risk of collapse or flooding following a disaster, 72.5% said they would prefer to remain at home.…