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Information for International Residents
This webpage was created during the Covid-19 global pandemic to offer reliable information for all those who live in Osaki.
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2021.4.1
Welcome to the new webpage for international residents of Osaki.
mayor's welcome
Welcome to Osaki!
On behalf of all of us at Osaki, I like to thank you for choosing Osaki as your destination. I am very happy that you have come so far to this town. Wherever you are from, you are an important member of the community in our town!
There must be many challenges living here as an international resident: learning how to communicate with the locals, getting used to daily customs and social codes, and not knowing many people around. Life can get hard sometimes. This website was made for you to provide you with useful information during your stay. Hopefully it will make your daily life a little easier and a little more enjoyable.
At this time of the pandemic and in the middle of the climate crisis, we humans have many challenges too. The first two parts of the website are dedicated to dealing with Covid-19 and natural disasters. Please take a look and be prepared. Please stay healthy and safe.
I have lived here all my life. I know the place and the people very well and feel very much at home here. It is my responsibility to make sure that you will be able to build a good relationship with this place and the people, so that eventually you will feel at home too.
I hope you will have a great time while you are here.
Yasuhiro Higashi
Osaki town Mayor
natural disaster & emergency
Police, fire brigade and ambulance
Here are the telephone numbers for police, fire brigade and ambulance:
Police: 110
Fire brigade & ambulance: 119
Natural disasters
Unfortunately, Japan is a “country of natural disasters” and there is always a chance that you will encounter a natural disaster. Common natural disasters in Japan include typhoon, heavy rain, snowstorm, flood, landslide, earthquake, tsunami and volcanic eruption.
1. Advanced warnings
Warnings for extreme weather conditions and tsunamis, and information on earthquakes are available at Japan Meteorological Agency website. (available in 15 languages)
Loud alarm will go off on neighbourhood loudspeaker in case of severe warnings. Make sure you are in a safe place. If you hear an alarm after an earthquake, most likely it is a tsunami warning. Please escape as soon as possible to a high ground.
Area Mail and J-Alert are area-based warning systems available on most mobile phones. In order for your phone to receive warnings, the option needs to be turned on. The alarm can go off few seconds before the impact of the earthquake. Be sure you are not near objects that can fall. Hide under a sturdy table.
Safety Tips, an app made by the Japan Tourism Agency, also offers push notifications for warnings and other useful information on natural disaster and safety. (available in 15 languages)
Japan Safe Travel is a twitter account run by Japan National Tourism Organization for providing real time natural disasters and safety information. (supported language: English)
2. Evacuation centres
|
English name Japanese name (in alphabet) |
address |
capacity (ppl) |
tel. |
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Health Centre 保健センター(hoken centre) |
50 |
099-476-1111 |
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Elderly Welfare Centre 老人福祉センター(rojin fukushi centre) |
50 |
099-476-3663 |
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Nakaoki Community Centre 中沖地区公民館(Nakaoki-chiku kominkan) |
30 |
099-476-1111 |
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Mochidome Agriculture Structural Improvement Centre (＊1＊3 ) 持留地区農業構造改善センター (Mochidome nogyo kozo kaizo centre) |
50 |
099-476-1569 |
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Hishida Agricultural Village Environment Improvement Centre (＊1＊2 ) 菱田農村環境改善センター (Hishida noson kankyo kaizen centre) |
50 |
099-476-1668 |
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Nogata Agricultural Village Environment Improvement Centre 野方農村環境改善センター (Nogata noson kankyo kaizen centre) |
50 |
099-478-3869 |
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Town Gymnasium 大崎町総合体育館 (Osaki-cho sogo taiikukan) |
600 |
099-477-2006 |
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Roadside Station Kuni-no-Matsubara Osaki 道の駅「くにの松原おおさき」 (michi no eki kuni no matsubara osaki) |
300 |
099-471-6666 |
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Osaki Primary School 大崎小学校(Osaki shogakko) |
100 |
099-476-0027 |
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Osaki Secondary School 大崎中学校 (Osaki chugakko) |
100 |
099-476-0013 |
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Daimaru Primary School 大丸小学校 (Daimaru shogakko) |
100 |
099-476-0044 |
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Nakaoki Primary School 中沖小学校 (Nakaoki shogakko) |
50 |
099-477-0710 |
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Hishida Primary School 菱田小学校 (Hishida shogakko) |
100 |
099-477-0504 |
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Mochidome Primary School 持留小学校 (Mochidome shogakko) |
100 |
099-476-1722 |
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Nogata Primary School 野方小学校 (Nogata shogakko) |
100 |
099-478-2005 |
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Nogata Revitalization Centre 野方地区活性化センター (Nogata chiku kasseika centre) |
50 |
N/A |
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Japan Athlete Training Centre Osumi ｼﾞｬﾊﾟﾝｱｽﾘｰﾄﾄﾚｰﾆﾝｸﾞｾﾝﾀｰ大隅 (Japan asurito training centre Osumi) |
50 |
099-477-1102 |
＊Do not use in case of ＊1:earthquake, ＊2:tsunami, ＊3:landslide
3. Tsunami evacuation map
There is a risk of tsunami in Osaki. This map shows the local topography and evacuation centres. Check the location of your home and places you go to in town. Then, using the map, find the nearest higher ground from these locations.
4. Preparing for natural disasters
As there are numerous natural disasters in Japan, preparation has become part of life. If you want to prepare yourself more, handbook on how to prepare and act, for different kinds of natural disasters was published by Okinawa International Exchange & Human Resources Development Foundation. (supported language: English) Some of the topics covered in this leaflet include:
- Different types of natural disasters
- Evacuation and evacuation centres
- How to act in case of a natural disaster
- How to secure your home
- How to store food and other items for disaster
life
Osaki is a rural agricultural town by the coast of Shibushi bay and forms part of the Osumi Peninsula. The mild weather and easy access to the sea and mountains makes this place a great place for spending time outdoors.
The farms here are productive all year around. There are plenty of fresh local agricultural produce. Always check out the local produce corner at supermarkets for seasonal bargains.
Life in a foreign country can be stressful, especially at first. Why not relax at natural hot spring bath? Or have a drink of Shochu, a liquor made from sweet potatoes?
In this section are basic information for starting your exploration of life here in Osaki.
Public facilities
Open: Mon. – Fri., 8:30am - 5pm
Closed: national holidays, new year holidays
Tel: 099-476-1111
Open: Tue. – Sun., 9:30am – 6pm
Closed: Mon., new year holidays
Tel: 099-476-4251
There are auditorium, meeting rooms, kitchen and tatami room at the community centre. The spaces can be booked and used by anyone for a small fee.
Office hour: Mon. – Fri., 8:30am - 5:15pm (Closed on national holidays and new year holidays. )
Tel: 099-476-1111
The gymnasium can be booked for playing volleyball, tennis, badminton, table tennis, futsal etc. and for using the training gym.
Open: Tue. – Sun., 8:30am – 10pm
Closed: Mon. (If Mon. is a holiday, closed on following Tue. instead.)
Tel: 099-477-2006
Town Health Centre
Open: Mon. – Fri. , 8:30am – 5pm
Closed: national holidays, new year holidays
Tel: 099-476-1111
Seseragi Park
A long garden situated along the Mochidome River. There are picturesque water features and collection of tanokami (god of the rice field) stone statues. A perfect park for a stroll.
Located behind the townhall, the park is situated on the hillside. There are three tennis courts and a great view at the top.
Activities
Track and field
Swimming
If you like to swim during the hot summer months, there is the Masu maru Pool, an outdoor leisure pool located in the middle of the pine forrest.
Historic ruins
If you are curious about the history of this place, visiting the Yokose Kofun, a 5th Century tomb of a local lord, still standing proudly within the rice field, might be a start.
Camping
Kuni-no-Matsubara Camping Site is a perfect place for a staycation. Surrounded by the pine forrest, you can make a bonfire, BBQ, look at the stars, all in your own town. There are many other affordable campsites in Osumi Peninsula.
Shopping
The main shopping area of Osaki is Sammoji. The shops and restaurants are well visited by the locals. Many of the shops have been here for generations and the shelves are full of surprising finds and good bargains.
Local food
Here are just few examples of local cuisine. There are many other unique foods to be discovered, so stay curious!
Ganeten
Kesen Dango
Akumaki
Public transportation
Many places in Kagoshima and beyond can be explored by public transportation. Kagoshima Transportation (operated by Iwasaki Cooperation) provides local bus and ferry services throughout Kagoshima. Some areas are covered by JR trains. Although a little tricky to use, there are some online journey planners that can help you plan your trip. Bus timetables are available at each bus stop.
Japanese language learning resource
There are many Japanese language learning resources available online. Connect and Enhance Your Life in Japanese is one example. (Supported language: Japanese, English, Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese) The key to improving your Japanese is to use it. Trying talking to people!
recycling
Osaki is renown for its recycling. From 2006 to 2017, for 12 years, it recorded the highest percentage of recycled domestic waste amongst all cities and towns in Japan. This means that recycling is part of everyday life. It will take some time to familiarise yourself with the system of throwing away your waste. Hopefully this chart will help.
help & support
Living in a foreign country can be at times challenging. There are many organizations and support groups you can ask for help.
For any problems, the staffs of Osaki Town Hall are there to give you help, advice, information and connect you to appropriate support organizations.
Try calling your embassy. Your embassy will also be able to give you advice and support.
Kagoshima Consultation Desk for Foreign Residents
Kagoshima Consultation Desk for Foreign Residents is a general help desk run by Kagoshima Prefectural Government. The service is available in person or by phone. The service is free. You can discuss about any issues, for example: visa, work, health, welfare, childbirth, childcare, education, etc.
Kagoshima Consultation Desk for Foreign Residents
International Exchange Plaza, 1F
14-50 Yamashita-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima, 892-0816
Tel: 070-7662-4541
Email: kiasoudan@gmail.com
Open: Tue. – Sun., 9am – 5pm
Closed: new year holidays
Supported languages:
- In person: English, Vietnamese, Japanese
- Through multi-language call centres: Chinese, Tagalog, Indonesian, Nepalese, Khmer, Thai, Bermese, Portuguese, Spanish, Malay, French, Russian, German, Italian, Mongol
Health issues
AMDA Medical Information Center
AMDA provides free advice and free over-the-phone interpretation service at hospitals and clinics.
Tel: 03-6233-9266
Mon.–Fri., 10am-4pm
Supported language:
English, basic Japanese, Korean (Mon.), Filipino (Mon.), Thai (Tue.), Chinese (Tue., Thu.), Spanish (Wed.), Vietnamese (2nd & 4th Wed. of the month), Portuguese (Fri.)
*The schedule is flexible. Call first to find out.
Work issues
1. Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare offers variety of services to provide help on workplace issues including:
- Telephone Consultation Service for Foreign Workers
- Labour Standards Advice Hotline
- Guide to Labour Bureaus with Foreign Workers Consultation Service
Below are the details for the Telephone Consultation Service for Foreign Workers:
English: Tel. 0570-001701 (Mon. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Chinese: Tel. 0570-001702 (Mon. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Portuguese: Tel. 0570-001703 (Mon. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Spanish: Tel. 0570-001704 (Mon. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Tagalog: Tel. 0570-001705 (Tue. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Vietnamese: Tel. 0570-001706 (Mon. – Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Burmese: Tel. 0570-001707 (Mon., 10am – 3pm)
Nepalese: Tel. 0570-001708 (Tue. & Thu., 10am – 3pm)
Korean: Tel. 0570-001-709 (Mon., Thu., Fri., 10am – 3pm)
Thai: Tel. 0570-001-712 (Wed., 10am – 3pm)
Indonesian: Tel. 0570-001-715 (Wed., 10am – 3pm)
Cambodian(Khmer): Tel. 0570-001-716 (Wed., 10am – 3pm)
Mongolian: Tel. 0570-001-718 (Thu., 10am – 3pm)
The details for other services are available at their website.
2. OTIT(Organization for Technical Intern Training)
OTIT is the organization overseeing Technical Intern Training programme. Multi-language support is available in Chinese, Vietnam, Filipino, Indonesian, Thai and English.
3. NPO POSSE
NPO POSSE supports international residents and workers. Consultation service is strictly confidential. The information you provide to POSSE will not be shared to anyone, including your employer, your colleagues, or any government agencies, without your consent.
Tel: 03-6699-9359
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, 5 - 7pm
Sat, Sun, Holiday, 1 – 5pm
Email: supportcenter@npoposse.jp
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