In our family, we had an evacuation bag ready for natural disaster or other emergency. Inside the bag was not only food such as cans and water but also underwear and radio.
When the earthquake struck,I escaped with the bag on my back but it was so heavy that I cold not take it all the way with me. I gave part of its contents away to other people but I had to throw some of it away. I regret it because it was such a waste. We must be careful not to make our emergency bags too heavy.
(Male, aged 71,Hyogoa Ward)

Although I couldn`t wash any clothes, I had a stock of old underwear for some reason, so I used these like disposable underwear. Even now, I buy my family"s underwear in bulk when I there is a cheap sale. I carry a bag in my car boot containing towels, underwear, jersey, and toilet bag.
(Female,Itami City)

Fire Deperment Advice
There are many households now that have an emergency evacuation bag. However, most of the bags are stored in cupboards and closets.
A massive eartquake will mercilessly topple your furniture and destroy your home. At the least, have a flashilight within easy reach and put your emergency bag somewhere you can reach even if furniture fall over (for example, in the boot of the car). Also, even if you manage to somehow find your emergency evacuation bag, when you escape from your home, make sure you know which way you are going,keeping in mind that an earthquaje will move your furniture, electrical appliances, sliding doors, etc, and may change the layout of your home completely.