Japan’s approach to older care and disaster management: Integration of culture, technology, and healthcare systems

Authors

  • Samoraphop Banharak Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Arunnee Jaitieng Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Supavadee Thiengtham Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Supan Unjai Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Prakaikaew Siripoon Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Nitchakool Khunbutsri Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Chanaporn Pinsuwan Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University
  • Ratanaporn Aussawamaykin Faculty of Nursing, Khon Kaen University

Keywords:

disaster management, comprehensive care, Japan, health technology, older adults

Abstract

An invited article presents the experience and an overview of the concepts and systems of older care in Japan, which are distinguished by the integration of traditional culture, modern technology, and high-quality health services, alongside effective disaster preparedness and management within the context of an aging society. The knowledge exchange through the Sakura Science Exchange Program in Shizuoka, Japan, serves as a case study of an integrated approach connecting multiple sectors. It reflects a model of older care and disaster management that can be adapted to enhance older care and disaster management in Thailand’s context, aiming to prepare for a sustainable aging society and face disasters effectively.

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Published

2025-09-29

How to Cite

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Banharak S, Jaitieng A, Thiengtham S, Unjai S, Siripoon P, Khunbutsri N, Pinsuwan C, Aussawamaykin R. Japan’s approach to older care and disaster management: Integration of culture, technology, and healthcare systems. J Nurs Sci Health [internet]. 2025 Sep. 29 [cited 2026 Feb. 14];48(3):1-12. available from: https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/nah/article/view/282828

Issue

Vol. 48 No. 3 (2025): July - September 2025

Section

An invited article

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