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[D7-03]Spatial Patterns and Urban Recovery: A Comparative Study of the Kumamoto and Wenchuan Earthquakes
*YANG ZHOU1, Naoko Fujita1 (1. Art Program, Faculty of Comprehensive Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba)
Keywords:
Post-earthquake urban spatial changes,Disaster Reconstruction,Community participation
Research on the Kumamoto and Wenchuan earthquakes focuses on analyzing post-disaster urban spatial changes and exploring the role of community participation. The 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake impacted Mashiki Town, Nishihara Village, and Minamiaso Village, while the 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake caused extensive damage across multiple cities and counties in Sichuan Province. This study selects several affected areas from both earthquakes to compare urban spatial changes one year before and five years after the reconstruction period. By comparing different reconstruction methods in Japan and China—such as top-down, bottom-up, and hybrid approaches—the research aims to explore how to establish effective collaboration among governments, communities, and residents. The study seeks to provide guidance for creating resilient urban spaces that ensure safety, cultural richness, and high resident satisfaction. This research fills a gap in understanding how post-disaster policies and reconstruction methods in international contexts influence urban land use, offering insights for future disaster recovery strategies.