Disaster Resilience and Sustainability: Japan’s Urban Development and Social Capital

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Hitomi Nakanishi (University of Canberra, Australia)

Disaster Resilience and Sustainability

Japan’s Urban Development and Social Capital

Hitomi Nakanishi (University of Canberra, Australia)

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Routledge
27 May 2024

Series: Routledge Research in Sustainable Planning and Development in Asia

This book examines urban planning and infrastructure development in Japanese cities after the second world war as a way to mitigate the risks of disasters while pursuing sustainable development. It looks at the benefits of social capital and how communities organise to tackle problems during the recovery phase after a disaster. The book also illustrates with case studies to highlight community attitudes which improve recovery outcomes.

The book underlines challenges such as ageing and depopulation which Japan would face should the next disaster occur. These demographic shifts are causing difficulties among neighbourhood associations at a time when communities need to effectively support each other. Nakanishi explains why overcoming these societal issues is imperative for sustainability and the need for a comprehensive approach which would integrate smart technology.

This book will be of interest to scholars in city development and planning, urban studies and human geography, as well as those interested in building resilient communities.

By: Hitomi Nakanishi (University of Canberra Australia)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9780367712921
ISBN 10: 036771292X
Series: Routledge Research in Sustainable Planning and Development in Asia
Pages: 98
Publication Date: 27 May 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Hitomi Nakanishi is Associate Professor of Built Environment at the University of Canberra, Australia.