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Kumamoto Earthquake Insurance Claims and Inquiries Exceed 40,000

19 Ağustos 2026Japan Times

The number of insurance claims and inquiries related to the Kumamoto earthquake has surpassed 40,000, including figures from six other prefectures in Kyushu. This significant number highlights the widespread impact of the disaster across the region.
The ongoing recovery efforts are likely to be influenced by the volume of claims as residents seek financial assistance.
The Kumamoto earthquake, which occurred in 2016, had a profound impact on the local population and economy. The aftermath has seen a surge in insurance claims as residents seek to rebuild their lives.
The high number of claims reflects not only the severity of the earthquake but also the extensive damage it inflicted on the infrastructure and homes across multiple prefectures. This situation raises questions about the preparedness of the insurance industry to handle such large-scale disasters and the adequacy of…

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