A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026, resulting in 13 confirmed deaths according to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. In response, Taiwanese public and private sectors have rapidly mobilized to support disaster relief.
On July 29, Taiwan High Speed Rail announced a donation of 20 million yen for reconstruction efforts, while the city of Taichung pledged $100,000 in aid. Meanwhile, the Red Cross Society of the Republic of China established a dedicated fund to channel donations to the affected areas via the Japanese Red Cross. The organization has also prepared rescue personnel and emergency resources.
Taiwanese convenience stores and retail platforms, including 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Hi-Life, and PXPay Plus, have launched fundraising campaigns in partnership with the Christian Mustard Seed Mission. Customers can donate through mobile apps and in-store kiosks until August 31, while the Mustard Seed Mission has already deployed $10,000 in immediate emergency funding.