Key Facts
• Japan Meteorological Agency announced the end of the rainy season in Kanto-Koshin, Hokuriku, and southern Tohoku.
• The rainy season ended approximately 20 days later than in western Japan.
• Northern Tohoku remains the only region yet to declare the end of the rainy season.
• Nagasaki experienced heavy rainfall, with 69 mm recorded in one hour.
• Tokyo and Nagoya are forecasted to reach 35°C on Marine Day, July 21.
• Domestic pork wholesale prices hit a record high of ¥935 per kilogram, up ¥300 since January.
• Rising pork prices are attributed to last year’s heat affecting pig health and this year’s reduced supply.
• A ramen shop owner reported a 20% increase in pork shoulder costs but aims to avoid price hikes.
• Children in Nagasaki celebrated the start of summer vacation with remote ceremonies and school cleaning activities.
Summary
The Japan Meteorological Agency declared the end of the rainy season in Kanto-Koshin, Hokuriku, and southern Tohoku, marking the arrival of summer. However, northern Tohoku remains under rainy conditions. Despite heatwaves forecasted for the upcoming three-day weekend, Nagasaki experienced heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, domestic pork prices have surged to a record ¥935 per kilogram due to heat-related supply issues, impacting households and businesses like ramen shops. As summer vacation begins, children in Nagasaki celebrated with remote ceremonies and cleaning activities. The heatwave is expected to persist, with Tokyo and Nagoya reaching 35°C on Marine Day.
