Typhoon Number 12, which has been affecting large areas of Japan, has now downgraded to a tropical depression. However, the Japan Meteorological Agency warns there's still significant risk of heavy rainfall and potential flooding in various parts of the country. Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautionary measures to ensure their safety.

In Japan, typhoons are a common occurrence and communities prepare in advance for such natural disasters. The government places a high priority on ensuring safety, disseminating weather warnings, and providing recovery support. Given the frequency of these events, the ability to respond effectively and swiftly to downgraded typhoons and other weather events are important values in Japanese society.

In comparison to the US or EU, Japan is more frequently exposed to typhoons. However, the response is similar across all regions, with safety as the top priority. Emergency services, disaster relief agencies, and community resources are mobilized, much like the response to hurricanes in the US. Though Japan's infrastructure is specifically designed to handle typhoons, the risks of flooding and other disruptions are broadly shared.