Key Facts
• July 17: Active rain clouds stretch from Kii Peninsula to southern Kyushu.
• Tokai region records unprecedented July rainfall; Mie Prefecture sees 72.0 mm in one hour.
• 24-hour rainfall: Gifu (267.0 mm), Mie (220.0 mm), Wakayama (59.5 mm).
• Tokushima and Kochi face risk of linear rainbands late July 17.
• July 18 forecast: Heavy rain expected in Kyushu, with gradual weather improvement in the east.
• Predicted rainfall by July 18, 12 PM:
– Tokai: 120 mm
– Kinki: 150 mm
– Shikoku: 300 mm
– Northern Kyushu: 150 mm
– Southern Kyushu/Amami: 150 mm
• July 18–19 forecast: Northern Kyushu may receive an additional 150 mm.
• Landslide warnings: Unstable ground in Tokai, Kinki, Shikoku, and Kyushu.
• Signs of landslides: Cracks, muddy water, falling rocks, and unusual sounds.
• Transportation impact: Temporary suspension of Tokaido Shinkansen in some areas.
Summary
Heavy rain continues across Japan, with record-breaking July rainfall in the Tokai region. Active rain clouds stretch from the Kii Peninsula to southern Kyushu, with Tokushima and Kochi at risk of linear rainbands late July 17. Predicted rainfall by July 18 includes up to 300 mm in Shikoku and 150 mm in Kyushu. Landslide risks remain high due to saturated ground, with signs such as cracks and muddy water indicating potential danger. Residents are urged to stay vigilant and evacuate if necessary. Transportation disruptions, including temporary suspension of the Tokaido Shinkansen, have been reported. Weather is expected to improve gradually in eastern regions by July 18, while heavy rain persists in Kyushu.
