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Continued Support for Earthquake-Affected Areas

In light of the recent Kumamoto earthquake that occurred on July 28, 2026, Ten Fields Factory Co., Ltd., headquartered in Seika-cho, Kyoto, has decided to continue offering free access to its FLASH EV quick chargers located at five sites in Kumamoto Prefecture. This initiative aims to support those impacted by the earthquake and assist with their mobility needs during this uncertain time.

Since the earthquake struck, our thoughts have been with those who have faced hardships. Understanding the challenges that residents are currently experiencing, Ten Fields Factory initiated free access to these charging stations at 9 PM on the day of the disaster. With many individuals needing to travel for essential tasks such as relocation, rebuilding lives, and participating in recovery efforts, the decision to maintain this free service remains crucial.

Details of the Free Charging Service

• - Start Date of Free Service: July 28, 2026, 21:00
• - Locations: Five sites across Kumamoto Prefecture
• - Charging Cost: Free (0 yen/kWh)
• - Eligibility: All individuals are welcome to use the service, but priority will be given to those affected by the earthquake, as well as those involved in recovery or support activities.
• - Duration of Service: The service will continue indefinitely, with the end date being determined based on evaluations of the local recovery efforts and needs.

Sites Available for Free Charging

1. DE・JA・VU
Location: Kumamoto, Amakusa City, Shikakimachi 5389-3
Max Output: 240 kW
2. Road Station Ariake
Location: Kumamoto, Amakusa City, Ariake-machi Kamitsuura 1955-3
Max Output: 180 kW
3. Road Station Ushibuka Umisaikan
Location: Kumamoto, Amakusa City, Ushibukacho 2286-116
Max Output: 180 kW
4. Road Station Uto Marina Okoshiki
Location: Kumamoto, Uto City, Shimoamida 3084-1
Max Output: 240 kW
5. Road Station Asahi
Location: Kumamoto, Kikuchi City, Asahishikawabento 1886
Max Output: 180 kW (only one of two available units is currently operational)

Importance of EVs During Emergencies

Electric vehicles (EVs) are valuable not just for transportation but also in disaster situations, as they can serve as power sources when equipped with Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) technology. This allows residents to draw electricity from their EVs to power homes during outages.

It’s important to note that this free access is not aimed at promoting EV charging services but rather to assist in the immediate needs of those affected—their movements, the restoration of their lives, and the provision of emergency power whenever necessary.

Ten Fields Factory commits to assessing the situation and will continue this service for as long as required by the community. We also appreciate the understanding and cooperation of local partners involved in providing these locations.

Conclusion

We sincerely hope that all those affected can return to normalcy quickly. As a company, our priority is to support the affected individuals and recovery teams as they navigate this challenging situation.

Stay Updated

To stay informed about the status of the free charging service or updates regarding its continuation, please follow us on the FLASH official X (formerly Twitter) or through the EV Navi application, available on both iOS and Android.

• - EV Navi App:

- iOS: App Store
- Android: Google Play

• - Official X (formerly Twitter): @ev_flash_10ff

Company Information
Company Name: Ten Fields Factory Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: 1-7 Kōdai, Seika-cho, Soraku-gun, Kyoto 619-0237
CEO: Hiroshi Ichikawa

Contact Information
For inquiries regarding the free service:
FLASH Support Desk: 0120-007-533 (Available 24/7)
For media inquiries:
Ten Fields Factory Co., Ltd.: 0120-705-800
Email: [email protected]