Peace Winds Japan is a Japan-based international non-governmental organization that provides emergency humanitarian assistance and long-term support to people affected by disasters, conflict, poverty, and social exclusion. Since its establishment in 1996, Peace Winds Japan has worked in Japan and around the world, delivering relief supplies, medical support, shelter, livelihood recovery, and community-based reconstruction programs. In Japan, Peace Winds Japan operates ARROWS, an emergency response team that rapidly deploys medical professionals, rescue specialists, logistics staff, and disaster-response personnel to disaster-affected areas. The organization is also widely known for its animal welfare activities, including the rescue, care, and rehoming of dogs and cats, as well as support for pet-inclusive disaster preparedness. Internationally, Peace Winds Japan supports communities affected by natural disasters, conflict, displacement, and poverty, working closely with local partners, governments, and international agencies. The organization aims to respond quickly in times of crisis while also helping communities build resilience, recover with dignity, and create sustainable futures.
