Due to an expected influx of passengers, several extra trains were also operating on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line on Saturday. Read more
On Friday morning, Ampil had prompted storm and heavy rain warnings across the Kanto region as its outer bands moved over land. Read more
While the storm is not likely to make landfall, the Izu Islands and the Kanto and Tohoku regions will see its impacts from Thursday to Saturday. Read more
The storm is expected to peak in intensity between Friday and Saturday, prompting the closure of the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Nagoya. Read more
Concerns over a potential disaster have prompted many visitors to cancel their plans and city’s to cancel events. Read more
Train stations have been crowded with passengers, with some travelers aiming to take extra precautions. Read more
