Super Typhoon Dolphin — Category 3–4, with a central pressure of 950 hPa and sustained winds of 43 m/s — is tracking westward and forecast to pass near Okinawa around 7 August 2026. Japan Guide’s live travel alert system was updated at 20:21 JST on 4 August.
Which Areas Are Affected
The primary impact zone covers:
- Okinawa main island (Naha Airport)
- Daito Islands (Minamidaito and Kitadaito)
- Amami Oshima (Kagoshima Prefecture)
Travellers planning to fly or take ferries to any of these islands this weekend should expect disruption and possible cancellations.
What to Expect
JAL and ANA typically cancel services to Okinawa 24–48 hours before a typhoon makes landfall. Peach Aviation and Jetstar Japan, which operate budget services on the route, tend to cancel at shorter notice. Ferry services from Osaka and Kagoshima to Okinawa are also likely to be suspended while the storm passes.
If you are already in Okinawa when the storm arrives, conditions are expected to deteriorate from 6 August. Follow local guidance, stay away from beaches and sea walls, and check shelter locations with your accommodation.
Once the typhoon has passed, airlines typically resume services within 24–48 hours, but recovery can take longer if ground crews need time to assess runway damage. Check getting around Okinawa for ferry and bus alternatives once conditions improve.
Compounding Disruption: Kyushu Shinkansen
Separately, the Kyushu Shinkansen remains suspended between Kumamoto and Kagoshima-Chuo following the 28 July earthquake. This suspension is unrelated to Typhoon Dolphin but affects travellers planning to travel by rail through southern Kyushu in combination with an Okinawa trip. Replacement buses are in operation but journey times are significantly extended. For the latest on flights in and out of Japan, see our practical flights guide.
Stay Updated
Track the typhoon’s path via the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) at jma.go.jp. We will update this article as the storm track becomes clearer.