Key Facts
• July 25: Landslide occurred in Shizuoka City’s Aoi Ward, damaging a forest road.
• Landslide dimensions: 90 meters high, 60 meters long.
• July 26: 170 hikers descended by crossing rivers and avoiding the landslide area.
• A hiker described the descent as challenging due to unconventional paths.
• Approximately 120 hikers still await descent assistance.
• Local authorities plan to continue evacuation efforts on July 27.
Summary
A landslide in Shizuoka City’s Aoi Ward on July 25 left many hikers stranded. The landslide, measuring 90 meters in height and 60 meters in length, caused significant disruption. On July 26, 170 hikers managed to descend by navigating rivers and avoiding the affected area. One hiker described the journey as unexpectedly difficult due to the unconventional paths taken. Authorities estimate that around 120 hikers remain in the area and plan to continue evacuation efforts on July 27.
