We are pleased to announce that as part of Urawa Red Diamonds' SDGs, we will be holding an event called "Learn More! Experience! Disaster Prevention" at the 33rd round of the 2024 Meiji Yasuda J1 League against Cerezo Osaka [MATCH PARTNER J:COM] (kickoff at 4:00 p.m., Saitama Stadium) on Saturday, Urawa Reds 5th, to allow people to experience disaster prevention up close.

Japan is a country prone to natural disasters, and not only does Saitama City experience frequent heavy rain and flooding, but it is also anticipated that there will be severe damage from major earthquakes, such as a "Tokyo Metropolitan Earthquake" or a "Nankai Trough Earthquake," which are feared to occur in the future.
This event is intended to provide an opportunity for participants to think about disaster prevention by learning about what we can do if a disaster occurs, experiencing the work of a firefighter or rescue dog handler who protects our precious lives and cities, and interacting with rescue dogs.

Let's start by doing what we can now to make our city a disaster-resistant, sustainable place where we can continue to enjoy Urawa Reds and the wonderful sport of soccer!
(With the cooperation of Saitama City Fire Department and Japan Kennel Club)

Eligible matches
Saturday, October 5th 2024 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Round 33 Cerezo Osaka [MATCH PARTNER J:COM] (Kickoff 16:00, Saitama Stadium)

[Urawa Reds vs Saitama City Fire Department]
Learn through hands-on experience the work of firefighters who protect "lives" and "towns" and what to do in the event of a disaster!
Time: 12:00-16:00
Location South Square

(1) Take a commemorative photo with a fire engine (fire engine pump car) and ride in it
Get on board the bright red fire engine and experience being a firefighter! You can also take a commemorative photo wearing a firefighter's uniform.
*Please note that there are limited numbers of fireproof clothing and helmets for both adults and children.


(2) Fire extinguishing experience using a water extinguisher
Using a training water fire extinguisher, aim at a target that looks like a ball and shoot it into the goal!


(3) Smoke Experience House
You can experience the dangers of smoke during a fire and how to evacuate. (The smoke used is harmless.)


(4) Recruitment PR for firefighters and fire brigade members, distribution of Saitama City "Survival Cards," etc.

Urawa Reds x Japan Kennel Club
What are "disaster rescue dogs"?
These dogs are specially trained to search for and rescue survivors when disasters occur. They use their excellent sense of smell and abilities to help find missing people and victims among rubble and collapsed buildings.



(1) Job experience as a "disaster rescue dog handler"
This is a special program that requires advance registration.
Target age: 5 years and older
Recruiting 12 people
Location: Special venue inside the South Gate
* Advance registration is required. Please see the details below on how to apply.

(2) Disaster rescue dog training demonstration
You will see what kind of training disaster rescue dogs undergo on a daily basis, and also see them discovering victims in areas that resemble rubble and collapsed houses.
Time: 14:45-15:00
Location: Special venue inside the South Gate

(3) A corner where you can interact with disaster rescue dogs
Target: Anyone
Time: 13:00-16:00
Location: South Gate, next to the SFP×SDGs booth

(4) Panel exhibition on "Disaster Rescue Dogs"
Time: 13:00-16:00
Location: Special venue inside the South Gate

*In the event of rain, the event content and location may be changed or canceled.
*Disaster rescue dogs will be accompanied by dedicated trainers throughout the event, and appropriate rest times and rest areas will be set aside, and they will be properly managed in their physical condition before participating in the event. However, please note that the content may be changed or canceled at short notice due to the physical condition of some dogs.


"Disaster Rescue Dog Handler" Job Experience Application Guidelines
In this program, participants will receive direct instruction from a "Disaster Rescue Dog Handler" and actually experience training with a "Disaster Rescue Dog." Upon completing the program, participants will be appointed as a "One-Day Disaster Rescue Dog Handler" by Urawa Reds and will be issued a certificate of completion.

■ Introduction of the "Disaster Rescue Dogs" that will be participating


Nash, female, 7 years old, Labrador retriever
Japan representative at the 2023 World Disaster Rescue Dog Competition
Disaster relief dispatch for the Noto Peninsula earthquake in 2024, rescue operations in Wajima City


Nana, female, 7 years old, Labrador retriever breed
Japan representative at the 2023 World Disaster Rescue Dog Competition
Disaster relief dispatch for the Noto Peninsula earthquake in 2024, rescue operations in Wajima City


Monaca, female, 7 years old, Jack Russell Terrier breed
A disaster rescue dog from soccer town Urawa, living in Midori Ward, Saitama City
Disaster relief dispatch for the Noto Peninsula earthquake in 2024, rescue operations in Wajima City

(Several others are scheduled to participate)

Number of applicants
12 people

Target Audience
Anyone aged 5 or over (Adults can also apply, and people using wheelchairs can also participate)
People who are not afraid of large dogs, can talk to dogs in a cheerful voice, and are not allergic to dogs.

*Applications are limited to those who hold tickets for the relevant match.
*REX CLUB membership registration (including WHITE membership, which has no annual fee) is required (for children, parent/guardian membership registration is sufficient).

Click here to register as a new REX CLUB member
https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/about_rex/

Application period
From 18:00 on Tuesday, September 17th to 23:59 on Wednesday, September 25th

Application method
After logging in to your REX CLUB account, please apply by clicking on "Work experience as a Disaster Rescue Dog Handler" in the "Survey" section.
https://rex-club.urawa-reds.co.jp/enqueteList

Winning Notice
Scheduled for Friday, September 27th
Winners will be notified of the details via the email address registered with REX CLUB. Please make sure that you can receive emails from the "@urawa-reds.co.jp" domain.
Your participation on the day will be confirmed upon replying to the winning email from REX CLUB. Please be sure to check and reply to your email.
Please refrain from checking the results by phone.

others
・Please note that if there are a large number of applicants, a lottery will be held.
・The program is scheduled to last about 15 minutes. Information on the meeting time, meeting place, important points, etc. on the day of the match will be included in the winning email. (If you are selected as the first group, the meeting time is scheduled for 13:30.)
・Please note that you will not be able to participate in the program if you have been drinking.
・You can watch the work experience from the observation area.
・You will watch the match from the seat for which you have a ticket.



Disaster Prevention Reference Materials
■Hazard map by Saitama City
・Saitama City Earthquake Disaster Prevention Map
https://www.city.saitama.lg.jp/001/011/002/p006793.html

・Saitama City Flood Hazard Map
https://www.city.saitama.lg.jp/001/011/015/002/003/p008311.html

・Saitama City Inland Flood Hazard Map
https://www.city.saitama.lg.jp/001/006/003/002/001/p078773.html

Saitama City Landslide Hazard Map
https://www.city.saitama.lg.jp/001/011/015/002/003/p044070.html