Typhoon Bearing Down On Japan's Pacific Coast
A typhoon is now barreling toward Japan. Weather officials say it is just south of the country and is set to take a northeasterly path along the Pacific coast.
Meteorological Agency officials say Typhoon Chan-hom is unlikely to make landfall but is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain across wide areas.
Fishermen in Mie Prefecture were busy tightening the ropes securing their boats to the port.
Farmers in Shiga Prefecture shut greenhouse vents to block out strong winds.
In Nagano Prefecture, apples were harvested ahead of schedule.
Thermometers and sanitizers were placed in temporary shelters to prevent coronavirus infections.
More than 100 domestic flights have been canceled on Friday. Airlines are calling on passengers to get the latest information from their websites.
The Central Japan Railway Company says it plans to operate Shinkansen bullet trains between Tokyo and Osaka as usual on Saturday as the storm is taking a more southerly route than earlier forecast.
