Typhoon Dujuan Triggers Fatal Landslides and Flooding Near Tokyo, Seven Killed

Typhoon Dujuan swept across the greater Tokyo region on Tuesday, leaving seven people dead and five others unaccounted for after torrential rains triggered landslides and flash flooding, according to Kyodo News.

The system, which had been tracking westward across the Pacific before making landfall on Japan's main island, brought sustained heavy precipitation to densely populated suburbs and hillside communities. Rapidly rising water levels overwhelmed drainage networks, while saturated slopes gave way, sending mud and debris onto roads and homes.

Japan experiences an annual typhoon season that typically peaks between August and October, and the country's mountainous terrain makes it especially vulnerable to rain‑induced landslides. Dujuan’s slow movement over the region amplified the amount of rain that fell in a short period, creating conditions that local officials warned could turn deadly.

Emergency services were dispatched immediately after the first reports of flooding and slope failures. Rescue teams, including fire‑department units and Japan Coast Guard vessels, worked through the night to locate missing residents and provide aid to those trapped in their homes. Authorities also ordered evacuations in the most affected districts, urging people to move to designated shelters until conditions stabilized.

Infrastructure damage was reported across multiple prefectures surrounding Tokyo. Roads were blocked by debris, train services were suspended on several lines, and power outages affected thousands of households. Local businesses faced interruptions, and schools in the hardest‑hit areas remained closed as cleanup crews began clearing the debris.

Weather agencies warned that additional rain bands associated with Dujuan could linger over the region in the coming days, potentially hampering recovery efforts. Officials said they would continue to monitor river levels and soil stability, and they urged residents to stay alert for further advisories as the nation assesses the full scope of the disaster.