Typhoon season in Japan typically runs from May/June to October/November each year, with peak activity occurring between August/September. The southern regions of the country, including the Ryukyu Islands, are most vulnerable due to their location near the origin of many storms. People living in these areas should take precautions such as stocking up on emergency supplies, securing loose items around their homes, checking insurance policies for coverage related natural disasters and familiarizing themselves with evacuation routes and shelters. Local governments across Japan have also taken measures to reduce the impact of typhoons.