Futtsu

Futtsu is a city located in Chiba prefecture, near Tokyo, Japan. It is situated along the coastline. Recently, Futtsu has become newsworthy due to the impact of two tropical storms, Mekkhala and Higos, which approached the region. These storms brought high waves to the coastline of Futtsu city on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The storms caused significant weather events across Japan, including landslides and flooding, with one reported death and several injuries. While the articles focus on the broader impact of the storms on Japan, the mention of Futtsu highlights its vulnerability to such weather phenomena and its proximity to the areas affected by the tropical systems. The current relevance lies in the direct threat and observable effects of severe weather on coastal Japanese cities like Futtsu.