After a large-scale fire in Oita's Saganoseki district, companies and prominent figures with regional ties have announced donations to aid recovery efforts. The Oita prefectural and city governments began accepting contributions on November 20, two days after the fire started. Major nonferrous metals firm JX Advanced Metals pledged ¥1 billion to the Oita city government.
A large-scale fire in the Saganoseki district of Oita has prompted aid from companies and notable individuals linked to the area, focusing on recovery support. On Friday, JX Advanced Metals, a major nonferrous metals company, announced a ¥1 billion donation from its corporate group to the Oita city government. The firm expressed hope that the funds would be used to comfort residents as much as possible.
The group maintains longstanding connections to the region, with its Saganoseki Smelter and Refinery operational since 1916. Shigeki Sakamoto, deputy head of the smelter, stated, "The local community has supported us for 110 years."
The Oita prefectural and city governments initiated donation acceptance on November 20, two days following the fire's outbreak. These contributions from businesses are seen as vital for rebuilding efforts in the affected community.