As the storm strengthened into a severe tropical storm ( typhoon operationally ) , the residents of Tokyo , Japan were informed to stay updated and stock up for Talas . Heavy rains and strong winds which could trigger flash flooding and landslides were expected . Also , a strong rainstorm of – per hour was expected . Talas was expected to cause rainfall and strong winds for an unusually long period of time because of its slow movement . Worries grew as the typhoon was heading towards the area which was previously devastated by the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami . Parts of Tohoku where the tsunami occurred are still in ruins
2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
Tropical Storm Talas (2011)