Synopsis

Japan faces a constant threat from natural disasters – earthquakes, typhoons, tsunamis, and others. Yet, the nation also boasts some of the world's most highly skilled and prepared special rescue units, the subject of this installment of Japanology Plus. These teams are diverse, ranging from those organized by the police to firefighters and the Japan Self-Defense Forces. The latter encompasses the Ground, Maritime, and Air branches, with the elite Air Rescue Wing being a prominent feature of the