Chiba

Typhoon No. 26, a compact storm, is moving toward eastern Japan and could bring an end to Tokyo's longest recorded stretch of rainy days since statistics began. While the heaviest rain may be brief, Chiba and Kanagawa prefectures remain at risk of landslides, and residents are being urged to stay alert to disaster warnings as the system passes.

The Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles are set to host the Chiba Lotte Marines, with Rakuten Mobile Park opening on schedule as planned. Veteran pitcher Masahiro Tanaka's teammate Maeda Kenshin is named the starter, and fans hoping for the game to go ahead are watching weather conditions closely around the ballpark.