🌦 The Air in Urasoe, Okinawa This Morning
This morning in Urasoe, Okinawa, a light rain is falling. With temperatures around 27°C and humidity at 90%, the air has that distinct, muggy feel typical of midsummer. In July, Okinawa is prone to typhoons and humid southerly winds, so how we spend our mornings tends to be dictated by the weather. Today, I’ll carefully document this rainy morning and what daily life is like during this season.
🌬 A Morning View with Lingering Typhoon Winds
The strong winds that have been blowing since last night were more noticeable than the rain itself, creating a storm that felt almost like a “wind typhoon.” When I opened the curtains this morning, I saw several items knocked over on the balcony, and the wind was so strong that it felt dangerous to go outside. Outside the window, the cherry tree was swaying violently—so much so that I worried it might snap.
Mornings after a typhoon tend to get off to a slow start, and today was no exception. I called out to my mother several times to wake her up, and she headed straight to the bathroom. As she looked out the window and asked anxiously, “The wind is strong, isn’t it? How long will this last?” I told her, “We won’t be able to go out at all today.”
☕ Breakfast and the Usual Care Routine
For breakfast, I boiled water in a kettle to make instant soup and served it with a croissant. I also offered coffee and a croissant at my father’s Buddhist altar, and I had the same meal myself.
It was a restless morning with continuous warnings on TV and alarms going off repeatedly on my smartphone. Still, I told my mother, “Eat early, take your medicine, and get plenty of rest today,” and after she finished eating, I had her rest under the futon.
🚌 Transportation and Store Status (Urasoe, Okinawa Main Island)
Due to the typhoon, public transportation on Okinawa Main Island remained suspended throughout the morning. The monorail and buses are scheduled to resume service after safety checks are completed sometime after noon. There are virtually no ways to get to the airport during the morning.
Supermarket operating hours are as follows:
- San-A: Opening sequentially starting around 2:00 PM
- Town Plaza Kanehide: Open as usual from 7:00 AM
- Union: All stores closed
It’s rare for a typhoon to be strong enough to close Union stores, so it’s safer to avoid going out. Power outages have spread to about 5,000 households in Naha and about 1,000 in Urasoe, and may persist for some time in certain areas.
🏠 Tips for Living During Typhoon Season (Seasonal Column)
Summer in Okinawa is a season that goes hand in hand with typhoons. On windy days, the following precautions can be helpful.
Move items from your balcony indoors the day before. During a typhoon, wind is more dangerous than rain. It’s safer to move items that are prone to falling over well in advance.
Prepare for power outages with the “small and early” approach. Charging your portable battery, checking the location of your flashlight, and minimizing the number of times you open and close the refrigerator—even small preparations can provide peace of mind.
Check in with elderly family members early. This is a season when changes in atmospheric pressure can easily affect one’s health. Simply maintaining a regular routine for meals, medication, and rest can provide a greater sense of security.
Summers in Urasoe, Okinawa, often bring harsh weather, but with proper preparation and a few practical tips, daily life becomes much easier.
🌈 Summary
It was an unsettled morning with lingering rain and strong winds, but it looks like today will be another day to take it slow, putting safety first. As the seasons change in Okinawa, let’s learn to cope with the weather wisely and build up peaceful moments without pushing ourselves too hard.
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