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Combining Profitability and Disaster Preparedness with INNFRA Base

INNFRA Inc. has made a significant leap in disaster resilience by introducing its unique mobile infrastructure unit, INNFRA Base, at the Yamanashi Prefecture's Michi no Eki Fujikawa (Fujikawa Road Station) on March 6, 2026. This initiative is contextually relevant amidst the increase in nationwide water supply disruptions caused by recent natural disasters such as earthquakes and heavy rainfall. It emphasizes a radical shift in how communities cater to essential water needs during emergencies.

Addressing Water Supply Challenges During Disasters

In recent years, Japan has faced a surge in disruptions to water sources, exacerbated during long-term evacuation scenarios. The lack of water not only threatens hygiene and sanitation but can also lead to increased stress and heightened risk of infectious diseases, as seen in major disasters such as the Great East Japan Earthquake. Thus, there is a national momentum toward establishing high-value containers that combine everyday functionality with emergency preparedness.

What is INNFRA Base?

The INNFRA Base is a groundbreaking mobile infrastructure unit designed to operate independently of traditional water supply systems. It incorporates an innovative water circulation system called INNFRA Water, which purifies and recycles wastewater (excluding toilet waste) without any connection to municipal water lines.

Key Features of INNFRA Water:

• - Purifies wastewater through a triad of biological, filtration, and sterilization processes to achieve water quality equivalent to tap water.
• - Capable of supplying up to 5,000 liters of water daily, enough to sustain approximately 100 evacuees under standard usage scenarios (assuming 50 liters per shower).
• - Features a remote monitoring system to oversee water quality, quantity, and operational status, enabling autonomous operation for laundry services.

Operations At Michi no Eki Fujikawa

The INNFRA Base installation at Michi no Eki Fujikawa offers a dual operational framework:

• - Normal Operations: Open as a coin laundry service to enhance convenience for everyday users and local residents.
• - Disaster Response: Available for free use by local citizens during emergencies and can be deployed as a mobile laundry service for evacuation shelters.

This facility is not just designed for emergencies but operates continuously to ensure its reliability and functionality during critical times.

A Collaborative Endeavor

The operational model involves multiple partners, contributing specialized expertise:

• - INNFRA Inc.: Designing and implementing the INNFRA Base.
• - Fu Meister Electronics: Operating the off-grid coin laundry business.
• - Wash Peaks: Developing the laundry trailer.

The collaborative efforts underscore the balance between business viability and enhanced disaster resilience.

Future Prospects

INNFRA focuses on leveraging the insights gained from this real-world operation to refine its technologies and promote its implementation across municipalities in Japan. The company welcomes consultations and visits from local authorities and enterprises interested in utilizing off-grid infrastructure solutions.

For inquiries and visit requests: INNFRA Contact Page

Background on TRY!YAMANASHI!

The TRY!YAMANASHI! initiative is a project supported by Yamanashi Prefecture aimed at fostering the deployment of advanced technologies developed through previous startup support programs. This project seeks to establish a practical social model for technology application within the region.

Further updates can be found on the Yamanashi Future Creation Information site: Yamanashi Future Creation

About INNFRA Inc.

Founded on the vision of "Providing light and moisture to every night on Earth," INNFRA is a startup challenging the conventional reliance on existing infrastructure. As Japan faces demographic decline and the imperative to adapt to increasingly severe natural disasters, INNFRA aims to innovate self-sustaining infrastructural solutions. The company's extensive research over the past five years has focused on developing technologies that harness energy and water independently, contributing to resilient homes, new living experiences immersed in nature, and enhanced disaster preparedness.

Company Name: INNFRA Inc.
CEO: Soichi Kawashima
Established: October 10, 2023
Headquarters: 2-2-1 Marunouchi, Kofu City, Yamanashi, 400-0031, Japan
Website: INNFRA Official Site