Typhoon Dujuan is hammering eastern Japan and has forced Japan Airlines and ANA to cancel hundreds of flights as the storm pushes towards Tokyo.
As of publishing, Typhoon Dujuan has caused 251 outgoing cancellations at Japan-area airports Monday, along with 217 incoming flight cancellations, according to FlightAware.
More than 500 flights were scrubbed across the country's airports on Sunday, with the Japan Meteorological Agency warning of potentially record‑breaking rainfall, landslides, and widespread flooding across Kanto, Tokai, Tohoku and the Izu Islands. Rail operators have also suspended service on multiple lines, and major events were shut down as winds intensified.
Power outages hit thousands of homes in Chiba, and local authorities are asking residents in coastal and low‑lying areas to stay alert as conditions worsen.
Canadian carriers are flagging impacts and offering rebookings.
Air Canada’s daily travel outlook notes that the airline has activated flexible rebooking policies, allowing affected customers to change flights without penalty, subject to availability.
WestJet has issued a tropical storm advisory for travel to and from Tokyo (Narita) between 19-21SEP. Guests booked directly with WestJet can adjust or cancel their flights through Manage Trips, while vacation package travellers are directed to WestJet Vacations.
Advisors should note that clients headed to Tokyo should expect schedule changes, potential reroutes, and longer connection times.
Those travelling through eastern U.S. hubs today may also face weather‑related delays due to thunderstorms near Chicago.
