Japan Meteorological Agency | Vibepedia

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) is a division of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, responsible for collecting and disseminating weather data and forecasts to the public. Headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, the agency also provides specialized information for aviation and marine sectors, and issues warnings for volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. As one of the Regional Specialized Meteorological Centers designated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the JMA forecasts, names, and distributes warnings for tropical cyclones in the Northwestern Pacific region. With a rich history, the JMA has become a vital institution for Japan's meteorological services, working closely with other organizations such as the World Meteorological Organization and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.