Japan to experience record heat, extreme temperatures on July 21

Scorching temperatures were recorded from Kanto to Okinawa on July 20. - Photo: Reuters

TOKYO: Record-breaking heat is expected to hit Japan on Sunday (July 21), with over 200 locations across Japan forecast to experience extreme temperatures.

Scorching temperatures were recorded from Kanto to Okinawa on July 20, which also marked the beginning of summer vacation for children across the country.