Renowned geologists in Japan, in the wake of a significant earthquake, are raising the possibility of ensuing landslide hazards. Although there has been no confirmation of an imminent landslide, the increase in unstable earth following the seismic activities deems it a credible threat. Residents residing near hilly and mountainous regions are being advised to remain vigilant and carry out preventive measures.

Earthquake safety is a high priority in Japan, a country prone to seismic activities due to its geographical location. Landslides associated with earthquakes present a threat to life and property. Hence, precautions, public safety measures, and disaster preparedness are given utmost importance in Japanese society.

Compared to the US or the EU, Japan's stringent infrastructure standards and civil alert systems are specially designed to cope with such geological events. In US or EU, although they are equipped to handle such situations, the frequency of such occurrences in Japan has led to a more systemic and disciplined approach towards disaster preparedness.