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Japan is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world, but that also makes it one of the best prepared to withstand them.
Since the devastating Great Kanto Earthquake and the 1923 firestorm that devastated Tokyo, all buildings have been subject to seismic codes and rigorous design standards for earthquake resistance.
Many homes are equipped with earthquake survival kits, and warning systems help keep the place safe.
Telephones are installed with earthquake and tsunami warning systems, trains have sensors that freeze them if necessary, and schools regularly conduct earthquake drills.
Following the powerful earthquakes on Japan's west coast in January 2024, Sky News science and technology reporter Mickey Carroll compiled this explanation of how Japan is ensuring it is well prepared - by analysing how its buildings have been made as earthquake-resistant as possible.
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