Key Facts
• July 10 evening: Torrential rain hit Tokyo and surrounding areas, causing severe flooding.
• Shibuya: 100mm of rain fell in one hour by 6:50 PM; streets submerged.
• Meguro: Water shot over 1 meter from manholes; flood warnings issued for Meguro River.
• Suginami: 120mm of rain in one hour; commuters sought shelter under roofs.
• Shinjuku: Station experienced waterfall-like leaks; train services disrupted on Odakyu Line and Tokaido Shinkansen.
• Yokohama: Manhole covers dislodged; asphalt collapsed; 100mm of rain in one hour.
• Saitama: Sudden weather change; landslide warnings issued in Hanno and Fukaya.
• Gunma: 100mm of rain in Kiryu; roads flooded, vehicles stranded.
• Kanto-Koshin region: 24-hour rainfall expected to reach 150mm by July 11 evening.
• Japan Meteorological Agency: Urges caution for flooding, landslides, and river overflows.
Summary
On July 10, record-breaking torrential rain struck Tokyo and the Kanto region, causing widespread flooding and disruptions. Shibuya saw 100mm of rain in one hour, submerging streets, while Meguro experienced water shooting over 1 meter from manholes. Shinjuku Station faced severe leaks, halting train services. Yokohama reported dislodged manhole covers and collapsed asphalt. Saitama and Gunma also faced sudden downpours, with landslide warnings issued. The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts up to 150mm of rain in 24 hours and urges vigilance against flooding, landslides, and river overflows.
