Japan Braces for Potentially Severe Typhoon Season

Japan is anticipating a potentially severe typhoon season this year, with forecasts suggesting up to 28 typhoons could affect the country. As many as 14 of these typhoons may make landfall, which is significantly above the long-term average (The Asia Business Daily).

Typhoon Jangmi recently affected southern Wakayama, leading to flight and rail cancellations and flooding in several prefectures (The Asia Business Daily). Such events are expected to be repeated throughout the summer and early autumn.

Travelers to Japan during this period should be prepared for potential flight and rail cancellations or delays, including disruptions to Shinkansen and regular train services. It is advisable to monitor weather advisories and transportation updates, and to allow for extra travel time (The Asia Business Daily).

Experts note that typhoons are becoming more frequent and intense, potentially linked to phenomena such as El Niño. In response, Japan is reportedly enhancing its warning and evacuation systems to mitigate disruptions (The Asia Business Daily).