Phase Free
It’s been over 10 years, but I once traveled all around the Noto Peninsula, and seeing the current disaster situation there really breaks my heart. Considering that the Nankai Trough mega-quake and an earthquake hitting right under the Tokyo metropolitan area are unavoidable, I’ve been thinking that I need to live a life that is a bit more robust against disasters. That’s when I first heard the term “Phase Free” on TV. It’s the concept of living a rich and peaceful life without distinguishing between the “daily life” and “emergency” phases. Thinking about it, I realized I might have been doing this unintentionally lately.
Rolling Stock
I started practicing “rolling stock” (rotational stocking) a long time ago, ever since a former colleague kept talking about it. Water, juice, retort pouches, dried noodles, canned food, mochi, and snacks are the usual suspects. Lately, I’ve also added alpha rice and canned bread that I take on my mountain climbs to the mix. Since I eat these normally anyway, there’s no need to suddenly change my diet during an emergency—it’s the very definition of Phase Free.
Using Portable Power and Electric Appliances
One thing I’ve started doing recently is integrating portable power stations into my daily routine. By using a portable power station charged with solar energy during the day, I can cook warm meals for one person with a Healsio HotCook or a rice cooker. And as long as the water isn’t cut off, running the washing machine is no problem at all.
While my portable power station can’t handle high-wattage appliances like microwaves or toasters, there are low-power kettles available, and I can even run a panel heater just to keep my feet warm. Most importantly, knowing I have secured power for my phone, PC, and TV during a blackout—and understanding how much power I can expect based on capacity and the weather—really brings peace of mind.
Hiking and Camping Gear
On top of that, I enjoy using cooking gear, cots, sleeping bags, and tents for hiking and camping. Getting used to these tools through fun activities gives me a sense of security for when things get tough.
Disasters are unfortunate, but if we have to accept them as something that will definitely happen in the near future, I truly feel that the concept of “Phase Free” is incredibly important.
コメント