Japan's Meteorological Agency says a strong typhoon may bring downpours to Pacific coastal areas of western and eastern Japan.
The agency says Typhoon Lingling is currently north of Okinawa Prefecture. The inflow of damp air is producing unstable atmospheric conditions over a wide area.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Okinawa as well as Pacific coastal areas of western and eastern Japan until Saturday.
The officials are warning of the risk of violent winds, high waves, mudslides, flooding and thunderstorms.
They also say Tropical Storm Faxai is currently near Minamitorishima Island to the southeast of the Japanese archipelago.
It may come close to the Pacific coast of eastern Japan from Sunday through Monday.
NHK
