In Japan, the much-anticipated end of the rainy season has finally arrived for the regions of Kanto-Koshin and Tokai, as declared by Japan's Meteorological Agency. This announcement marks the official start of summer in these states, with significant, potentially sweltering, shifts in the weather expected. For residents, this means adjusting their routines and lifestyles to the intense summer heat.

The rainy season, known as "tsuyu," is a major part of Japan's climate. It typically precedes the intense summer heat, so its ending is keenly anticipated. Japan's Meteorological Agency's announcement of seasonal shifts is regarded as a pivotal news event, signaling necessary adaptations in clothing, lifestyle, and outdoor activities.

Unlike Japan, the U.S. or the E.U does not have a universally recognized 'rainy season'. Weather announcements traditionally are more local and day-to-day based, with warnings given in anticipation of extreme weather events like hurricanes or heatwaves.