Japan issues half-day rain band forecast for Aichi and Mie; Shinkansen may suspend service

Japan's meteorological agency has issued a "half-day advance forecast" for linear precipitation bands in Aichi and Mie prefectures, warning of a sharply increased risk of disasters through Monday morning. The alert urges residents to prepare for potential heavy rainfall. Forecasters predict up to 300 millimeters of rain in Mie and 180 millimeters in Aichi over the 24 hours until 6 p.m. Monday. A more urgent "immediate forecast" may be issued if the threat escalates, and authorities advise staying updated on the latest information. Due to the heavy rain, the Tokaido Shinkansen may experience delays or sudden suspensions through Monday morning. JR Central advises passengers to check the official website for the latest service status.