The United Kingdom has issued a fresh travel notice for people planning to visit or transit through Japan, urging travelers to stay informed about developments that could affect their journeys.
In a statement dated June 3, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said the advisory reflects the impact of Typhoon No. 6 Jangmi, which is currently affecting central parts of Japan, including the Tokyo area.
“Typhoon No. 6 Jangmi is currently affecting central Japan, including the Tokyo area, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and disruption to air and rail services. Localized flooding and transport delays are possible,” the FCDO advisory read in part.
Why FCDO is Advising Against Travel to Japan
According to the advisory issued, FCDO confirmed that the storm in Japan has brought heavy rainfall and strong winds, leading to disruptions to air and rail transport services.
The authorities have also warned of possible localized flooding and travel delays in affected regions.
Travelers in affected areas have been advised to follow instructions from national and local authorities and to monitor weather updates as the situation develops.
“If you are in an affected area, you should monitor advice issued by national and local authorities and follow any instructions. You can track the progress of the storm (in English) via the Japan Meteorological Agency and the latest news from the NHK World. You can also subscribe to our email alert service to receive updates to travel advice for Japan,” the authority advised.
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Separately, FCDO noted that escalating tensions in the Middle East have triggered widespread travel disruptions, affecting international flight schedules and routes across multiple regions.
The authorities have warned that airspace closures, flight delays and cancellations linked to the crisis may affect travelers even if their final destination is not in the Middle East.
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“Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East,” the advisory cautioned.
Passengers are advised to check travel advisories for countries they will transit through and monitor updates from airlines and tour operators before departure.
Travelers have also been encouraged to review their travel insurance coverage and follow local and international updates as the situation continues to evolve.
Typhoon Jangmi Leaves Thousands Without Power as Mass Evacuations Ordered in Japan
Typhoon Jangmi, also known as Typhoon No. 6, made landfall in Wakayama Prefecture in western Japan on June 3 and is moving east-northeast toward the Kanto region, including Tokyo.
The storm is traveling at approximately 40 km/h and is producing winds of up to 126 km/h, according to weather authorities.
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At least 16 people have been reported injured across Okinawa and Kagoshima, while nearly 48,000 households have experienced power outages due to the severe weather.
Authorities have evacuated approximately 390,000 people from affected areas as a precaution against flooding, landslides and other storm-related hazards.
Air travel has also been heavily disrupted, with nearly 600 flights canceled in Okinawa and Kyushu and more than 580 additional cancellations reported on June 3, affecting around 80,000 passengers.
Japan has issued its highest Level 5 flood danger warning for the Koza River in Wakayama Prefecture after the river overflowed its banks.
Forecasters expect heavy rainfall to continue, with parts of the Tokai and Kanto-Koshin regions projected to receive between 200 and 300 millimeters of rain over the next 24 hours. The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned of torrential rain, strong winds, flooding, landslides and storm surges as the storm advances toward eastern Japan.
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