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.
災害復旧計画を策定する必要があります。
We need to develop a disaster recovery plan.
Katakana loanword from English, commonly used in IT and business continuity planning. Often abbreviated as DR.
ディザスタリカバリのテストを実施しました。
We conducted a disaster recovery test.
Business continuity, often used in the context of disaster recovery planning. Emphasizes maintaining operations.
事業継続計画（BCP）を見直しています。
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.
被災地の復興には長い時間がかかります。
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
Specifically refers to recovering data from damaged or failed storage media.
ハードディスクのデータ復旧を依頼しました。
I requested data recovery from the hard disk.
Katakana loanword, often used in IT contexts.
データリカバリソフトを使っています。
I'm using data recovery software.
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.
電気の復旧は早かったが、町の復興には数年かかるだろう。
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.