Through Nobu’s Eyes: A First-Person Account of the Great Kantō Earthquake
Jun 19, 2023 | IMDB 7
19 min Watch NowAnimation, History
The Great Kantō Earthquake is said to be the worst natural disaster in the history of Japan. When disaster struck on September 1st, 1923, a woman called Nobu managed to survive by fleeing desperately all while caring for her two small children. What did she see? What actions did she take? Her decision making during her evacuation is still relevant in present day and can help shed light on what actions to take to save your life should a large disaster strike without warning.
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