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PicTrée Disaster Prevention Championship 2026: Engaging Communities in Evacuation Drills

The PicTrée Disaster Prevention Championship 2026, an innovative initiative by Digital Entertainment Asset, Growth Ring Grid Pte. Ltd., and HI-NEXU, has entered its second stage as of September 1, 2026. This nationwide event aims to gamify evacuation training, making safety education more engaging across 1,741 municipalities in Japan.

Overview of the Championship

Launched on August 1, 2026, the first stage encouraged participants to explore their neighborhoods, documenting local disaster prevention infrastructure by photographing and posting images using a dedicated app. This valuable information was compiled into a comprehensive map that will serve as the foundation for the next phase, focusing on real-life evacuation training.

From September through November 2026, participants will embark on a journey to physically visit designated evacuation sites and water supply points. This hands-on approach ensures that community members not only learn about the location of disaster resources but also become familiar with their surroundings by visiting these essential facilities.

To further enhance involvement, the initiative collaborates with the XU University’s Faculty of Disaster Prevention. This partnership aims to invite university students, businesses, and local communities to participate in the championship, fostering a broader understanding of disaster preparedness.

Details of the Nationwide Evacuation Training Season

• - Duration: September 1 - November 30, 2026
• - Target Locations: 1,741 municipalities across Japan
• - Participation Method: Players can visit specified evacuation sites and water supply locations displayed on the app’s map. Upon checking in at these locations, participants can earn rewards such as treasure chests.
• - Gameplay: Participants will be organized into three teams ('Ampere,' 'Volt,' and 'Watt') to compete against each other for points, with specific locations determined based on previously collected data from the disaster prevention infrastructure survey.
• - Rewards: By checking in at designated sites, players will have the chance to randomly receive treasure chests that can be exchanged for rewards, including Amazon gift certificates. Special prizes, such as the 'BitTrade Award,' will allow winners to receive digital assets through BitTrade’s platform.

Partnership with XU University

XU University, led by producer Jun Tamura, promotes a unique media community that connects diverse stakeholders including businesses, universities, and local communities. The goal is to create opportunities for learning and co-creation around pressing social issues, including disaster prevention. In the context of this championship, XU encourages participants to go beyond theoretical knowledge, emphasizing the importance of practical engagement in disaster preparedness activities.

Participation Package for Organizations

In an effort to expand participation, the event offers a “Participation Package” for organizations such as companies, schools, and municipalities. This package allows institutions to integrate the event's framework into their disaster training exercises, where custom codes will be provided to track participants' activities collectively. The integration is particularly beneficial for employee training, school disaster education, or municipal infrastructure assessments.

Conclusion

The PicTrée Disaster Prevention Championship provides an opportunity for communities to engage actively in learning about disaster preparedness while having fun. It showcases how gamification can bridge the gap between knowledge and action, making safety a community-focused initiative. The combined efforts of DEA, GRG, and HI-NEXU aim to foster a culture of proactive disaster readiness throughout Japan.

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