Key Facts
• October 9, 2025: Typhoon No. 22 hit Hachijo Island with 54.7 m/s winds.
• October 13, 2025: Typhoon No. 23 struck, compounding damage.
• 674 damage reports received; 254 disaster certificates issued as of November 6.
• 8 households (11 people) remain in evacuation shelters as of November 7.
• 21 households still lack water supply as of November 6.
• Record rainfall: 356.5 mm in 24 hours, highest in Hachijo’s history.
• Agriculture: Over 100 farms reported damage, including destroyed greenhouses.
• Tourism: 75 accommodations suffered roof damage or leaks, some unable to accept bookings.
• Full water restoration expected by late November; pre-disaster levels remain uncertain.
Summary
One month after Typhoons No. 22 and 23 devastated Hachijo Island, recovery efforts continue. The storms caused record-breaking winds and rainfall, leading to landslides, infrastructure damage, and severe impacts on agriculture and tourism. While some progress has been made, such as partial water restoration, 21 households remain without water, and 8 families are still in evacuation shelters. The local government, supported by Tokyo officials, is working to issue disaster certificates and assess damages, but the scale of destruction has delayed efforts. Agriculture and tourism, key industries for the island, face significant losses, with many farms and accommodations heavily damaged. Full recovery is expected to take considerable time.
