Heavy rain across central Japan triggered a landslide at one of the primary starting points for climbers on Mount Fuji on Wednesday, local broadcaster TBS reported. The slide buried three vehicles on the Fuji Subaru Line, a key access road to the mountain, but no injuries or casualties have been confirmed.

Weather conditions and road closures

The Japan Meteorological Agency said the mountainous areas of Shizuoka Prefecture experienced intense rainfall overnight and into Wednesday morning. As a result, the Fuji Subaru Line was closed, according to the road’s official website, to ensure the safety of motorists and hikers.

Separate incidents on the mountain

In a related development, Kyodo News cited Shizuoka prefectural police saying two climbers were found unconscious on Mount Fuji trails early Wednesday. Police have not linked this incident to the landslide, and a mountain‑rescue team has been dispatched to assist the hikers.

Other landslides and flooding in Shizuoka

Earlier, a landslide struck the town of Kawanehon in Shizuoka Prefecture on Tuesday night, leaving a worker unconscious who later died, local authorities confirmed. The same storm system also battered the neighboring prefectures of Aichi and Gifu, causing flooding and injuring 41 people, according to Kyodo.

Record rainfall in Nagoya

Nagoya, the capital of Aichi Prefecture, recorded a single‑hour rainfall total of 104.5 mm on Tuesday evening, a record for the city, NHK reported. The downpour disrupted transportation, creating long queues of stranded commuters at central stations.

Outlook

The meteorological agency warned that heavy rain is expected to continue through Wednesday afternoon, affecting areas from northeastern to western Japan. Residents and travelers are advised to monitor local updates and heed any road closures or safety advisories.

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