Key Facts
• July 10, 2025: Risk of linear rainbands announced for Kanto region.
• Heavy rain and strong winds hit Fukushima, causing power outages and disruptions.
• 110 mm of rain fell in one hour in Shirakawa City, Fukushima.
• Flooding reported in local businesses, with drainage systems overwhelmed.
• Japan Meteorological Agency warns of linear rainbands in Tokyo, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, and Chiba from 3 PM to late night.
• Sudden downpours disrupt evening commutes in Saitama and Chiba, with severe flooding and strong winds.
• Summer high school baseball qualifiers delayed; players evacuated to covered areas.
• Tohoku Shinkansen temporarily suspended due to heavy rain.
• Residents in affected areas face risks of landslides and further flooding.
Summary
On July 10, 2025, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued warnings for potential linear rainbands in the Kanto region, including Tokyo and surrounding prefectures. Heavy rain and strong winds caused significant disruptions, particularly in Fukushima, where 110 mm of rain fell in one hour, leading to power outages and flooding. Businesses and transportation systems, including the Tohoku Shinkansen, were affected. In Chiba and Saitama, sudden downpours disrupted evening commutes, with severe flooding reported. Summer high school baseball qualifiers were delayed, and players were evacuated to safety. Authorities continue to warn of heightened risks of landslides and flooding as rain clouds move southward into Kanto. Residents are urged to remain vigilant as the situation develops.
