Nowadays, Yagai suigu is a topic that has gained great interest in modern society. Since its appearance, Yagai suigu has generated debates and controversies, attracting the attention of academics, experts and the general public. This phenomenon has triggered a series of discussions that cover various aspects, from its impact on the economy to its implications on culture and politics. As Yagai suigu continues to be a relevant topic, it is crucial to analyze its different facets and understand how it influences our daily lives. In this article, we will explore in depth the phenomenon of Yagai suigu and its meaning today.
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The Yagai-suigu (野外炊具 field cooker)[1] are movable cooking facilities equipped by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. They are used not only in field trainings but also in disaster relief operations.
The Yagai-suigu I (野外炊具1号) is a cooking vehicle introduced in 1962 (Shōwa 37). It can serve rice for 600 people or misoshiru for 1500 people at once with its six kerosene-powered furnaces.
In 2004 Chūetsu earthquake, about 160 Yagai-suigu I were sent out from all around Japan to the Niigata Stadium to help afflicted people.
The Yagai-suigu I Modified (野外炊具1号(改)) is a modified version of the Yagai-Suigu I. It equips automated igniter, electric generator, cold boxes, and faucets to supply water into the kettles. Due to its electrical equipments, the Yagai-suigu I Modified has poor waterproofness and must be used indoors when it rains.
The Yagai-suigu II (野外炊具2号) is a set of three kerosene-powered furnaces and fuel tanks and has the ability to serve 50 people. Unlike the Yagai-suigu I, the Yagai-suigu II is not a vehicle.
Yagai-suigu II Modified (野外炊具2号(改)) includes wheeled furnaces with automated igniters, kettles, fuel tanks, water pumps, cold boxes, and a power generator.