Japan’s eastern coast was battered by Typhoon Dujuan Japan on Monday, prompting the cancellation of more than 275 flights and the suspension of rail service across Tokyo and neighboring prefectures. The storm also knocked out power for more than 4,000 households in Chiba and forced the Tokyo Game Show to close early, underscoring the breadth of the disruption.
Wind gusts reached 144 km/h as Dujuan passed within 110 km of Hachijojima island, according to the Manila Times. Japan Airlines cancelled 120 domestic and 15 international flights, while All Nippon Airways suspended 140 domestic services. Railway operators in Tokyo, Chiba and surrounding areas halted service on several lines, leaving thousands of commuters stranded.
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned that rainfall could exceed the September monthly average, raising concerns about flooding and landslides. In Chiba, more than 4,000 homes lost electricity, and power crews worked around the clock to restore service.
Airlines scrambled to re‑book passengers and posted revised schedules online as crews and aircraft were grounded. Rail suspensions were limited to specific lines, but the impact rippled through the commuter network, forcing workers and students to seek alternative transport or stay home.
The Tokyo Game Show, a major industry gathering that draws thousands of developers, media and fans, ended a day early after organizers cited safety concerns. The cancellation deprived exhibitors of a showcase platform and hurt hotels, restaurants and retailers that rely on the event’s attendance. A large outdoor music festival and a professional baseball game scheduled at Chiba’s stadium were also called off, adding to the economic hit for local vendors.
Emergency responders were deployed to restore power, monitor river levels and clear debris while preparing for continued heavy rain on Tuesday. Prefectural disaster‑management offices issued flood‑risk advisories and positioned rescue teams in vulnerable valleys.
Precise figures on total rail cancellations remain unclear; the BBC and Al Jazeera reported broad disruption without detailed counts. Official rainfall measurements have not yet been released, leaving flood risk estimates tentative. No nationwide emergency declaration has been announced, limiting insight into additional resource deployment.
As Dujuan moves eastward, authorities continue to monitor river gauges and landslide alerts. Travelers are advised to check airline updates and avoid non‑essential travel until conditions improve. The next 24 hours will determine whether power can be fully restored and whether rail service can resume, but the storm already illustrates the vulnerability of Japan’s tightly‑woven transport and event infrastructure to extreme weather.