News about Japan Meteorological Agency

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Eastern Japan records highest rainfall and lowest sunlight for September

Eastern Japan experienced record-breaking rainfall and the lowest sunlight hours for September since 1946. The extreme weather was attributed to typhoons and a stagnant autumn rain front.

Japan Meteorological Agency·September 2026

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Typhoon Surigae approaching Japan

Typhoon Surigae is moving toward Okinawa and southern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency is monitoring its path.

Japan Meteorological Agency·September 24, 2026

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Highest landslide warning issued for Yakushima Island

Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 emergency landslide warning for Yakushima Island. Heavy rain caused by Typhoon Krovanh and a weather front prompted the alert. Authorities warn of potential disasters and flooding in low-lying areas.

Japan Meteorological Agency·September 5, 2026

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Special heavy rain warning issued for Fukui Prefecture

Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 special heavy rain warning for Fukui, Ono, and Katsuyama cities. Approximately 244,000 people urged to take safety measures; 111,000 advised to evacuate. Record rainfall exceeding 300mm recorded in 24 hours in parts of Fukui.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 30, 2026

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Heavy rain warning issued for Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures

Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 5 heavy rain warning for parts of Ishikawa and Toyama. Approximately 180,000 residents in five municipalities were urged to evacuate. Concerns over flooding of the Oyabe River and potential landslides.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 27, 2026

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Earthquake strikes eastern Japan

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan early Sunday. The epicenter was in southern Ibaraki Prefecture at a depth of 68 km. Multiple injuries reported in Saitama and Kawasaki. No tsunami threat and no abnormalities at nuclear power plants.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 23, 2026

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Earthquake reported in Kumamoto Prefecture

An earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture. The seismic intensity was recorded at 4 on the Japanese scale.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 2026

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Typhoon No. 13 approaches Amami and Okinawa

Typhoon No. 13 is moving west, bringing strong winds to the Amami and Okinawa regions. There is a risk of house collapses and the formation of linear precipitation zones.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 7, 2026

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Earthquake alert in Kumamoto Prefecture

An earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture. The seismic intensity was recorded as 4 on the Japanese scale.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 6, 2026

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Earthquake Alert in Kumamoto Prefecture

A seismic event occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency recorded a seismic intensity of 4 on the Japanese scale.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 5, 2026

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Typhoon No. 13 Approaches Ogasawara Islands

Large and very strong Typhoon No. 13 is approaching the Ogasawara Islands. Authorities are warning of high waves and violent winds. Okinawa and Amami are expected to experience severe weather from the weekend.

Japan Meteorological Agency·Early August 2026

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Magnitude 4.7 earthquake hits Kumamoto Prefecture

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture on Saturday. No tsunami warning was issued.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 1, 2026

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Earthquake alert in Kumamoto Prefecture

An earthquake occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture. The seismic intensity reached a lower 5 on the Japanese scale.

Japan Meteorological Agency·August 1, 2026

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JMA Earthquake Alert: Kumamoto Prefecture

JMA reported an earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture. Seismic intensity scale recorded as 4 out of 7.

Japan Meteorological Agency·July 28, 2026

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7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southwestern Japan

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto Prefecture at 4:27 p.m. on Tuesday. Maximum seismic intensity of 7 recorded in Uki and Hikawa. Power outages affected 48,000 households; several injuries reported. No abnormalities at Sendai or Genkai nuclear power plants.

Japan Meteorological Agency·July 28, 2026

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Linear precipitation zone expected in Okinawa

Linear precipitation zone expected to form from early morning to evening on the 11th. Meteorological Agency warns of rapidly increasing disaster risks.

Japan Meteorological Agency·July 11, 2026

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Earthquake off the coast of Iwate Prefecture

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture. The depth of the epicenter was 40 kilometers. There is no risk of a tsunami.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 28, 2026, 5:21 AM

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Strong earthquake hits Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Yamanashi Prefecture at 10:29 p.m. on Friday. The quake measured a seismic intensity of lower 6 in Fujikawaguchiko. No tsunami warning was issued, and no abnormalities were reported at nuclear facilities or Mt. Fuji.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 26, 2026

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M7.2 Earthquake Strikes Northeastern Japan

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Iwate Prefecture. Over 10 people were injured, and transportation services were disrupted.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 25, 2026

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Heavy rain and typhoon warnings in Japan

Level 4 danger warnings issued for Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku, and Kyushu due to stationary rain front. Typhoon No. 7 approaching Okinawa.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 26, 2026

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6.9 magnitude earthquake strikes northeastern Japan

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture. No tsunami warning was issued. No abnormalities were reported at nuclear power plants in the region. Tohoku Shinkansen services were temporarily suspended.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 2026

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Earthquake in Southern Ibaraki Prefecture

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in southern Ibaraki Prefecture on June 16 at 7:46 PM. Seismic intensity of 5-lower was observed in Gunma and Saitama prefectures.

Japan Meteorological Agency·June 16, 2026

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Heavy rain warning for Southern Kyushu and Shikoku

Southern Kyushu experienced localized heavy rain due to unstable atmospheric conditions. Shikoku is also expected to face intense rainfall, with warnings issued for potential landslides.

Japan Meteorological Agency·6/7/2026

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JMA Issues Linear Precipitation Zone Forecast for Eastern Kanagawa

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a 'Linear Precipitation Zone Forecast' for eastern Kanagawa Prefecture. There is a high possibility of a linear precipitation zone occurring within the next 3 hours.

Japan Meteorological Agency·6/2/2026

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Typhoon Jangmi moves north toward Kyushu after battering Okinawa

Typhoon Jangmi is moving north toward Kyushu after impacting Okinawa. Four people were injured in Okinawa due to strong winds. Flight cancellations are expected in Kyushu and Shikoku.

Japan Meteorological Agency·6/2/2026

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Typhoon Jangmi approaches Japan, prompting heavy rain warnings

Typhoon Jangmi is moving north, expected to bring heavy rain to western and eastern Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns of potential landslides, flooding, and storm surges. Airlines have begun cancelling flights to and from Okinawa.

Japan Meteorological Agency·6/1/2026

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Strong earthquake hits Amami region, Kagoshima Prefecture

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Okinawa at 50km depth. The quake registered an upper 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale in Yoron, Kagoshima. No tsunami warning was issued and no casualties or significant damage reported.

Japan Meteorological Agency·5/20/2026

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