The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning citizens in the Kanto region as its ninth typhoon of the season, also known as Typhoon Krosa, is expected to hit the Izu islands, south of Tokyo, as soon as August 1.
Strong winds, big waves, landslides, and rivers that might overflow from heavy rain have been forecasted.
As of 6:45 a.m. on July 31, the typhoon was moving slowly north over the Pacific Ocean, about 320 kilometers north-northeast of Chichijima island, which is part of the Ogasawara islands far south of Tokyo.
Reports say the typhoon is generating maximum wind speeds of 90 kph and maximum instantaneous wind speeds of 126 kph.
Canadian carriers respond
Canadian airlines that fly to Tokyo are responding accordingly with flexible rebooking policies.
At WestJet, which operates non-stop flights to Tokyo from Calgary, AB, a $0 one-time fee waiver will be offered for changes or cancellations on Aug 1 and 2.
Travellers who decide to cancel their booking will be refunded or credited based on the fare class booked (Basic fares will receive travel credit). Customers with WestJet Vacations bookings also have options. For complete details, click here.
Air Canada has also activated flexible policies for flights heading to Narita and Haneda airports on August 1.
As per a notice on its website, the airline has revised its ticketing policy to make it easier for customers to make changes to their booking without penalty (space permitting).
If a flight is affected, travellers can retrieve their booking to change your flight free of charge. Click here for details.
Those who purchased a ticket with Air Canada Vacations are advised contact them directly at 1-800-296-3408.
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