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Model of Otsuchi Created to Remember the Town Before the Tsunami
Students from nearby university collaborated with locals to rebuild model replica of Otsuchi.
Model of Otsuchi Created to Remember the Town Before the Tsunami
Students from nearby university collaborated with locals to rebuild model replica of Otsuchi.
View of Highway and Original Seawall
The original seawall was barely noticeable against the now defunct highway.
Seawall Built along the Coast Near Defunct Highway
Post-disaster surveys indicated that people preferred a larger seawall to defend against future tsunamis of the same magnitude. However, over time, opinions have changed but design decisions have been approved and 14-20 meter high seawalls are…
Portion of Proposed 10 Meter High Seawalls
Post-disaster surveys indicated that people preferred a larger seawall to defend against future tsunamis of the same magnitude. However, over time, opinions have changed but design decisions have been approved and 14-20 meter high seawalls are…
Fishing Dock with Red Lines Indicating the Daily Tide Changes
This project was funded by Bernard and Anne Spitzer Travel Fellowship for research projects involving travel abroad and incorporating the study of architecture, landscape architecture, or urbanism.
View of Wooden House and Torii Gate that Survived after Being Fully Submerged by Tsunami
This shrine dedicated to the sea goddess was one of the few structures to remain standing after the tsunami even after being completely submerged.
Concrete Walls Constructed near Fishing Port for Additional Tsunami Defense
This project was funded by Bernard and Anne Spitzer Travel Fellowship for research projects involving travel abroad and incorporating the study of architecture, landscape architecture, or urbanism.
Otsuchi Fishing Port Reconstructed after Disaster
This project was funded by Bernard and Anne Spitzer Travel Fellowship for research projects involving travel abroad and incorporating the study of architecture, landscape architecture, or urbanism.
Original Otsuchi City Hall, one of the few buildings left standing after the tsunami
The city hall has not yet been demolished because the residents and officials have yet to decide whether to turn the building into a memorial or to demolish as it is seen as a constant reminder of the disaster.