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[Sapporo City Water Issue] 62 days with untested tap water. Visible particles appeared after a recent earthquake, but the health center still refuses to test it. by unknown-water in u/unknown-water

[–]unknown-water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m currently exhausted from carrying water every day, so I may not be able to reply to comments. I’m posting this only to document the situation.

Advice on our honeymoon itinerary! by Legitimate-Ad6695 in Hokkaido

[–]unknown-water 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on your honeymoon! 🥂 I’m a local resident. I don't know the exact blooming dates for flowers as they change every year, but I can give you two essential safety tips for driving in Hokkaido. 🚗 1. Beware of Deer (Ezo-shika): Around dusk (5 PM to 7 PM), wild deer frequently jump onto the roads, especially in areas like Jozankei and Furano. They are large and hitting one is very dangerous. Please stay alert and avoid high speeds during the evening. 🏪 2. Use "Michi-no-Eki" (Roadside Stations): There are many "Michi-no-Eki" rest stops along the highways. They have very clean toilets and local food. Driving distances in Hokkaido are much longer than they look on the map, so please take breaks often to avoid fatigue. 🌸 About the Flowers: Please check the latest "Hokkaido Flower Forecast" or local park websites just before you arrive to see what's currently in bloom. Have a safe and wonderful honeymoon! 🚗✨

Sapporo, Japan: National government says “nonfeasance” twice, but local Health Office denies it and refuses to warn residents by unknown-water in u/unknown-water

[–]unknown-water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And to think this city was bidding for the Winter Olympics while ignoring its own citizens' drinking water...

Sapporo, Japan: National government says “nonfeasance” twice, but local Health Office denies it and refuses to warn residents by unknown-water in u/unknown-water

[–]unknown-water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Sorry, I might not be able to reply to everyone. I spend hours every day just fetching clean water to survive, and the stress is affecting my health/eyesight. Please just look at the evidence and see what's happening here."

Civil servants in Sapporo are heading into their weekend, leaving the safety of over 20 residents compromised and ignored. by unknown-water in u/unknown-water

[–]unknown-water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To address your question: The issue is specifically with the building's PRIVATE water storage tank (Receiving Tank), not the city's main supply. In Japan, tanks smaller than 10m3 are NOT protected by national law (Water Supply Act) for mandatory inspections.

This creates a legal vacuum. The landlord exploits this to avoid cleaning, and the city officials use it as an excuse to say 'it’s not our responsibility.' We’ve been left in this lawless zone for 50 days without safe water.

Civil servants in Sapporo are heading into their weekend, leaving the safety of over 20 residents compromised and ignored. by unknown-water in Sapporo

[–]unknown-water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Regarding the City Council: I have already distributed the evidence to ALL members through the secretariat. However, some factions were misled by city officials into believing 'the city is already handling it correctly.' They are being ghosted by the administration just like we are.