Translation guide
The process of restoring systems, data, and operations after a disaster. In Japanese, this is often expressed with terms related to restoration, reconstruction, or business continuity.
Restoring IT systems, data, and business operations after a disaster
The most common term for disaster recovery in IT and business contexts. Focuses on restoring systems and data.
We need to develop a disaster recovery plan.
Katakana loanword from English, commonly used in IT and business continuity planning. Often abbreviated as DR.
We conducted a disaster recovery test.
Business continuity, often used in the context of disaster recovery planning. Emphasizes maintaining operations.
We are reviewing our business continuity plan (BCP).
Rebuilding infrastructure and communities after a natural disaster
Refers to the large-scale reconstruction and recovery of communities after a major disaster, such as an earthquake or tsunami.
The recovery of the disaster-stricken area will take a long time.
Restoration of services and infrastructure to their original state. Often used for utilities, transportation, etc.
Recovering lost or corrupted data after a system failure or disaster
復旧 (fukkyū) means restoring something to its original state, like fixing a road or power line. 復興 (fukkō) implies a broader, long-term reconstruction of a community or region, often involving economic and social recovery.
Electricity was restored quickly, but the town's reconstruction will likely take years.
道路の復旧作業が進んでいます。
Road restoration work is progressing.