New Capital of Japan | Why Japan Needs A Second Capital | The Blueprint

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2026年08月01日 ▼
Tokyo is the world's largest metropolitan city, home to over 37 million people and the economic engine of Japan. But beneath its incredible infrastructure lies a terrifying reality. Scientists estimate there's a 70% chance of a major earthquake striking Tokyo within the next 30 years, raising fears that Japan's entire government, economy, and financial system could be paralyzed.

In this episode of The Blueprint, we uncover why Japan is considering building a second capital, why cities like Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, and Kitakyushu are being discussed, and how decades of extreme centralization have turned Tokyo into one of the world's biggest "single points of failure." Is Japan making the right decision, or is it already too late? Watch till the end and share your thoughts in the comments.

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