**Typhoon Dujuan Hits Japan, Causing Severe Flooding and Travel Disruptions**
**Tokyo, Japan** - Typhoon Dujuan made landfall on September 21, 2026, unleashing heavy rain and strong winds across eastern Japan, particularly affecting areas near Tokyo. The powerful storm has prompted evacuation advisories for over 1.6 million residents and has resulted in significant travel chaos, flooding, and landslides.
Packing wind speeds of approximately 144 kilometers per hour (89 miles per hour), Typhoon Dujuan was located about 130 kilometers (80 miles) south of Katsuura as it approached the Japanese capital. The storm has led to widespread power outages, impacting thousands of households in the region.
As of early Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that the typhoon had moved away from the coast and was heading northeast out to sea towards the Aleutian Islands. While the wind speeds had slightly diminished, JMA officials warned that rain could continue in affected areas as the storm progresses northward. Takuya Hosomi of the JMA noted, “There’s a risk the rain will continue as the typhoon moves north.”
The impact of Typhoon Dujuan has been severe, with local authorities confirming two fatalities related to the storm. The heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding in various locations, including Ichikawa and Kamakura, both of which are situated east of Tokyo. Kamakura Mayor Takashi Matsuo urged caution, stating on social media, “There is flooding in various parts of the city, so travelling by car is dangerous.”
Travel disruptions have been widespread, with major airlines such as Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways canceling a combined total of 275 flights on Monday. Rail services were also affected, with Japan Railways suspending several lines, including bullet train services that connect Tokyo and Osaka. Passengers at Haneda Airport faced long delays and cancellations, leading to many being stranded.
The JMA had warned prior to the storm's arrival that rainfall could exceed the average monthly total for September, raising concerns about potential record-breaking precipitation. Images shared on social media depicted flooded roads, particularly around Kamakura station, a popular tourist destination.
In addition to the travel chaos, Typhoon Dujuan forced the early closure of the Tokyo Game Show, one of the world's largest video game trade fairs, on its final day. Other events, including a major outdoor music festival and a baseball match scheduled in Chiba, were also canceled due to the inclement weather.
Typhoon Dujuan marks the 25th typhoon to impact Japan this year, a period when the country typically experiences strong storms during late summer and early autumn. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the storm moves out to sea, while residents are urged to remain vigilant and heed evacuation advisories where issued.
As recovery efforts begin, local officials are assessing the damage and working to restore power and transportation services. The full extent of the storm's impact will likely become clearer in the coming days as the weather stabilizes and assessments are conducted across the affected areas.