JMA Forecasts Severe Downpours for Eastern Japan, Including Tokyo

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Published: 2026-09-02
Category: weather
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency
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The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued an alert for severe downpours anticipated across eastern Japan, specifically targeting the Kanto-Koshin region and Tokyo. These heavy rains are expected to occur from Thursday through Saturday, resulting from a seasonal rain front interacting with warm, moist air. Residents in the affected areas should prepare for potential impacts from the prolonged rainfall.

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