1. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go in Japan conducted a fire-fighting drill on October 29, 2025, due to dry weather and increased use of heaters.
2. Residents and participants used water cannons to protect the traditional thatched houses from potential fires, attracting photos from visitors.
3. The village enforces rules against fireworks, bonfires, and smoking outside designated areas to prevent fires and preserve the historic structures.
2. Residents and participants used water cannons to protect the traditional thatched houses from potential fires, attracting photos from visitors.
3. The village enforces rules against fireworks, bonfires, and smoking outside designated areas to prevent fires and preserve the historic structures.
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Shirakawa-go UNESCO site held a fire-fighting drill on Oct 29, 2025 due to dry weather and increased heating. Residents and participants used water cannons to safeguard traditional thatched houses against potential fires, drawing photography from visitors. The village enforces rules against
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251028_09/#summary
Date: Oct. 28, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-28
Created: 2025/10/29 08:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:12
Last Read: 2025/10/29 09:41