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Devastating Heavy Rain in Tokyo: Flooding Hits 23 Wards and Beyond

On September 11, 2025, Tokyo experienced what meteorologists described as “disaster-level” heavy rain, leading to widespread flooding across the city’s 23 wards and surrounding areas. This sudden deluge caused rivers to overflow, inundating homes, businesses, and infrastructure. As an international hub known for its efficient urban planning and resilience, Tokyo’s …

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Vietnamese Executive Arrested at Narita Airport for Importing Prohibited Fruits: Understanding Japan’s Strict Quarantine Laws

Traveling internationally often involves navigating a maze of customs regulations, but few realize how stringent plant quarantine rules can be. In a recent incident at Japan’s Narita International Airport, a 30-year-old Vietnamese company executive was arrested for attempting to bring in banned fruits from Vietnam. This case highlights the importance …

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Typhoon 15 Hits Shizuoka: 76 Buildings Damaged, Flooding, and Power Outages in Japan’s 2025 Typhoon Season

On September 5, 2025, Typhoon 15, locally known as a powerful tropical cyclone, unleashed its fury on Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Fueled by intense linear rainbands, the typhoon triggered torrential rainfall, causing widespread damage to buildings, power outages, and injuries across multiple cities …

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Typhoon 15 Crosses Japan: Closest Approach to Kanto on September 5, 2025 – Latest Heavy Rain Alerts and Safety Guide

As Typhoon 15 barrels across Japan’s main islands on September 5, 2025, residents and visitors in eastern and central regions are urged to stay vigilant amid forecasts of intense rainfall and potential disasters. This powerful storm, which has already traversed parts of the Kii Peninsula, is set to make its …

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