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Road ClosuresTohokuNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 2, 2026, 01:58 PM

Tohoku Chuo Expressway and Yamagata Expressway Nighttime Closure Notice

🇯🇵 【E13】東北中央自動車道 上下線 天童IC~東根IC【E48】山形自動車道 上下線 山形JCT~月山IC 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Both directions of the Tohoku Chuo Expressway from Tendo IC to Higashine IC and the Yamagata Expressway from Yamagata JCT to Gassan IC will be closed at night.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresTohokuNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 2, 2026, 01:58 PM

E48 Yamagata Expressway Night Closure Notice from Yudonoyama IC to Shonai Asahi IC

🇯🇵 【E48】山形自動車道 上下線 湯殿山IC~庄内あさひIC 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Drivers should be aware that both directions of the Yamagata Expressway will be closed at night between Yudonoyama IC and Shonai Asahi IC.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 2, 2026, 01:58 PM

E6 Joban Expressway Night Closure Notice from Minamisoma IC to Yamamoto IC

🇯🇵 【E6】常磐自動車道 上下線 南相馬IC~山元IC 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Nighttime closures will affect both directions of the Joban Expressway between Minamisoma IC and Yamamoto IC.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 2, 2026, 01:58 PM

C4 Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway Night Closure Notice between Matsuoyokoshiba IC and Kisarazu East IC

🇯🇵 【C4】首都圏中央連絡自動車道 松尾横芝IC~木更津東IC間および銚子連絡道路 松尾横芝IC~横芝光IC間 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Expect nighttime closures on the Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway between Matsuoyokoshiba IC and Kisarazu East IC, as well as on the Choshi Connection Road.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKyushuNEXCO West Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

E35 Nishi Kyushu Expressway Night Closure from Takeo JCT to Sasebo Chuo IC

🇯🇵 E35西九州自動車道 武雄JCT~佐世保中央ICの夜間通行止めおよび 佐世保中央IC出口(上り線:武雄方面)の夜間閉鎖を実施します(2MB)

💡 Summary: Night closures will occur on the Nishi Kyushu Expressway between Takeo JCT and Sasebo Chuo IC.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 1, 2026, 05:28 PM

Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line Traffic Blockage Lifted Due to Accident

🇯🇵 【CA】東京湾アクアライン 事故による通行止め解除のお知らせ(10月1日 17時00分発表)

💡 Summary: The traffic blockage on the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line due to an accident has been lifted as of October 1st.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
WeatherKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Oct 1, 2026, 01:58 PM

Winter Traffic Safety Measures Begin on Expressways

🇯🇵 冬季の高速道路の安全な交通確保のため24時間体制の気象・道路状況把握と雪氷対策作業を開始

💡 Summary: Measures for monitoring weather and road conditions, as well as snow and ice prevention, are now in place for winter safety on expressways.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 30, 2026, 02:30 PM

E14 Tateyama Expressway Night Closure Postponed from Futtsu Chuo IC to Futtsu Takeoka IC

🇯🇵 【E14】館山自動車道 下り線 富津中央IC⇒富津竹岡ICおよび【E14】富津館山道路 上下線 富津竹岡IC~富浦IC 夜間通行止め延期のお知らせ

💡 Summary: Night closures on the Tateyama Expressway have been postponed for the section from Futtsu Chuo IC to Futtsu Takeoka IC.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresTohokuNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 30, 2026, 01:58 PM

E4 Tohoku Expressway Night Closure Notice from Matsuoyahachiman IC to Yasuda JCT

🇯🇵 【E4】東北自動車道 下り線 松尾八幡平IC⇒安代JCT 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Drivers should note that there will be nighttime closures on the Tohoku Expressway between Matsuoyahachiman IC and Yasuda JCT.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChugokuNEXCO West Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

E2A Chugoku Expressway Emergency Closure Lifted from Kano IC to Tokuchi IC

🇯🇵 E2A 中国自動車道 鹿野IC~徳地IC(下り線:九州方面)緊急工事通行止めは終了しました(837KB)

💡 Summary: The emergency closure on the Chugoku Expressway between Kano IC and Tokuchi IC has been lifted.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresHokkaidoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 29, 2026, 01:58 PM

E5 Dōō Expressway Night Closure Notice

🇯🇵 【E5】道央自動車道における夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Expect nighttime closures on the Dōō Expressway.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChugokuNEXCO West Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 29, 2026, 12:00 AM

E2A Chugoku Expressway Emergency Closure Notice from Kano IC to Tokuchi IC

🇯🇵 E2A 中国自動車道 鹿野IC~徳地IC(下り線:九州方面) 緊急工事通行止めのお知らせ(690KB)

💡 Summary: An emergency closure is currently in effect on the Chugoku Expressway between Kano IC and Tokuchi IC.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKyushuNEXCO West Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 29, 2026, 12:00 AM

E3A Minami Kyushu Expressway Restoration Plan for Myoken Daiichi Bridge

🇯🇵 E3A南九州自動車道 妙見第一橋の復旧計画及び通行止め区間の解除の見通しについて ― 令和10年末頃に通行止めが解除となります ―

💡 Summary: The restoration plan for Myoken Daiichi Bridge on the Minami Kyushu Expressway is expected to be completed by the end of fiscal year 10.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 28, 2026, 06:29 PM

E6 Joban Expressway Emergency Night Closure from Minamisoma IC to Soma IC

🇯🇵 【E6】常磐自動車道 下り線 南相馬IC⇒相馬IC 緊急夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: An emergency nighttime closure will take place on the Joban Expressway between Minamisoma IC and Soma IC.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 28, 2026, 01:58 PM

E4A Hachinohe Expressway Night Closure Notice from Nangō IC to Hachinohe IC

🇯🇵 【E4A】八戸自動車道 上下線 南郷IC~八戸IC【E4A】八戸自動車道 上下線 八戸JCT~八戸JCT料金所 夜間通行止めのお知らせ

💡 Summary: Both directions of the Hachinohe Expressway will experience nighttime closures between Nangō IC and Hachinohe IC.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChubuNEXCO Central Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 28, 2026, 12:00 AM

C3 Tokai Circular Road Night Closure from Toki JCT to Yoro IC

🇯🇵 C3 東海環状道(土岐JCT~養老IC、いなべIC~東員IC)で夜間通行止めを実施します 2026年10月26日(月)から11月20日(金)まで 各日20時から翌6時まで(通行止め区間は実施日によって異なります) ~一般道への迂回をお願いいたします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will be implemented on the Tokai Circular Road from October 26 to November 20, 2026.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 25, 2026, 08:05 PM

C4 Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway Emergency Closure Lifted

🇯🇵 C4 首都圏中央連絡自動車道 内外回り 牛久阿見IC~阿見東IC間 緊急通行止め解除のお知らせ(最終報) (9月25日 20時00分発表)

💡 Summary: The emergency closure on the Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway between Ushiku Ami IC and Ami Higashi IC has been lifted.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChubuNEXCO Central Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 18, 2026, 12:00 AM

E52 Chubu Odan Road Night Closure from Rokugō IC to Futaba JCT

🇯🇵 E52 中部横断道(1)六郷IC~双葉JCT、(2)新清水JCT~富沢ICで夜間通行止めを実施します (1)2026年10月21日(水)から11月10日(火)まで(うち平日10夜間) (2)11月16日(月)から11月25日(水)まで(うち平日5夜間) ~国道52号など一般道への迂回をお願いします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will be implemented on the Chubu Odan Road between Rokugō IC and Futaba JCT.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO Central Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 14, 2026, 12:00 AM

E23 Tomei-Hanshin Road Night Closure from Kanie IC to Yatomi IC

🇯🇵 E23 東名阪道 蟹江IC~弥富IC(下り線)で夜間通行止めを実施します 2026年10月5日(月)から11月12日(木)までのうち7夜間 各日23時から翌5時まで ~C2 名二環・E1A 伊勢湾岸道、県道40号などへの迂回をお願いいたします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will take place on the Tomei-Hanshin Road between Kanie IC and Yatomi IC.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan⚠️ URGENT
Sep 14, 2026, 12:00 AM

E19 Chuo Road Night Closure from Toki JCT to Tajimi IC

🇯🇵 E19 中央道 土岐JCT~多治見ICで夜間通行止めを実施します 2026年10月6日(火)から7日(水)まで 各日20時から翌6時まで ~国道19号など一般道への迂回をお願いいたします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will be implemented on the Chuo Road between Toki JCT and Tajimi IC.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Oct 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

Cataloging of Countermeasures Against Wrong-Way Driving on Expressways

🇯🇵 高速道路における逆走対策技術のカタログ化(5MB)

💡 Summary: A catalog detailing technologies for preventing wrong-way driving on expressways has been created.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKyushuNEXCO West Japan
Oct 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

E3 Kyushu Expressway Partial Night Closure at Yahata IC

🇯🇵 E3 九州自動車道 八幡ICの一部夜間閉鎖における予備日の利用について(338KB)

💡 Summary: A partial nighttime closure will take place at Yahata IC on the Kyushu Expressway.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Oct 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

Cataloging of Wrong-Way Driving Countermeasures Technology Theme II

🇯🇵 高速道路における逆走対策技術のカタログ化 テーマⅡ(道路側で逆走を発見し、その情報を収集する技術)

💡 Summary: This catalog focuses on technologies for detecting wrong-way driving from the road side.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO Central Japan
Oct 2, 2026, 12:00 AM

E1 Tomei Expressway Night Closure at Akatsuka PA

🇯🇵 E1 東名 赤塚PA(上下)で夜間閉鎖を実施します 2026年11月3日(火・祝)、7日(土)、8日(日)、14日(土)、15日(日) ~近隣のSA・PAのご利用にご協力をお願いいたします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will be implemented at Akatsuka PA on the Tomei Expressway on specified dates in November 2026.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsTohokuNEXCO East Japan
Oct 1, 2026, 02:00 PM

E4 Tohoku Expressway Sano SA Restaurant Opens Outdoor Terrace for Pets

🇯🇵 【E4】東北自動車道 佐野SA(上り線)レストラン『SANO SKY DINER』に ペットと一緒に食事を楽しめる屋外テラス席がオープン

💡 Summary: The SANO SKY DINER at Sano SA on the Tohoku Expressway now offers an outdoor terrace where pets are welcome.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Oct 1, 2026, 12:00 AM

E42 Hanwa Expressway Incorrect Display on Simple Information Board near Fujishiro Tunnel

🇯🇵 E42阪和道 藤白トンネル付近(下津IC~海南IC間)における簡易情報板の誤表示について(371KB)

💡 Summary: Drivers should be aware of incorrect information displayed on a simple information board near Fujishiro Tunnel on the Hanwa Expressway.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
ConstructionKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Oct 1, 2026, 12:00 AM

Submission of Construction Cost Breakdown Based on the Contract Law

🇯🇵 入契法に基づく工事費の内訳の提出について

💡 Summary: There is a requirement to submit a breakdown of construction costs as per the contract law.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Oct 1, 2026, 12:00 AM

Forecast for Orders in the 3rd Quarter of Fiscal Year 8

🇯🇵 令和8年度(第3/四半期公表)発注見通しについて

💡 Summary: An outlook for orders in the third quarter of fiscal year 8 is now available.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKantoNEXCO East Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 01:58 PM

NEXCO East Japan and Nasu Garden Outlet Collaborate on Discount Plan

🇯🇵 「NEXCO東日本 ドラ割」と「那須ガーデンアウトレット」がコラボしたドラ割『那須ガーデンアウトレットセットプラン』を販売いたします!

💡 Summary: A special discount plan called 'Nasu Garden Outlet Set Plan' is now available through a collaboration between NEXCO East Japan and Nasu Garden Outlet.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

NEXCO West Japan Regular Press Conference Materials Overview

🇯🇵 NEXCO西日本定例会見資料 事業の概要(令和8年8月実績)

💡 Summary: An overview of the business performance for the 8th fiscal year is presented in the NEXCO West Japan regular press conference materials.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

Large-Scale Construction Restrictions Planned for the Second Half of Fiscal Year 8

🇯🇵 令和8年度下半期 大規模な工事規制予定について

💡 Summary: Plans for significant construction restrictions in the second half of fiscal year 8 have been announced.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Events & CampaignsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

SND Project Heart to Heart Message Campaign Announcement

🇯🇵 SNDプロジェクト  「Heart to Heart 伝えよう!届けよう!SNDメッセージキャンペーン」を開催します (2026年9月30日~10月25日)

💡 Summary: The 'Heart to Heart' message campaign will be held from September 30 to October 25, 2026.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKinkiNEXCO West Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

E1A Shin-Meishin Expressway Begins Three-Lane Operation from Konan IC to Shigaraki IC

🇯🇵 E1A新名神高速道路 甲南IC~信楽ICの一部区間で 2026年10月20日(火曜)から片側3車線運用を開始します

💡 Summary: Starting October 20, 2026, a three-lane operation will commence on part of the Shin-Meishin Expressway between Konan IC and Shigaraki IC.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

E1 Tomei Expressway Night Closure at Yaizu IC and Makinohara SA

🇯🇵 E1 東名(焼津IC下り線入口、牧之原SA下り入口)で夜間閉鎖を実施します ~閉鎖中は隣接のICおよびSA・PAをご利用ください~

💡 Summary: Night closures will occur at the Yaizu IC entrance and Makinohara SA entrance on the Tomei Expressway.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresKantoNEXCO East Japan
Sep 29, 2026, 07:06 PM

C4 Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway Night Ramp Closure Notice at Koshigaya IC

🇯🇵 【C4】首都圏中央連絡自動車道 幸手IC 夜間ランプ閉鎖のお知らせ

💡 Summary: Drivers should be aware of a nighttime ramp closure at Koshigaya IC on the Metropolitan Central Loop Expressway.

Source: NEXCO East JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKyushuNEXCO West Japan
Sep 29, 2026, 12:00 AM

Results of the 3rd Meeting of the Committee for Myoken Daiichi Bridge Restoration

🇯🇵 「南九州自動車道妙見第一橋復旧に関する検討委員会」第3回検討委員会の開催結果について

💡 Summary: The results from the 3rd meeting of the committee discussing the restoration of Myoken Daiichi Bridge have been released.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsKyushuNEXCO West Japan
Sep 28, 2026, 12:00 AM

Fallen Trees on Expressway Between E3 Kyushu Expressway Kikusu IC and Ueki IC

🇯🇵 高速道路区域内における倒木事象について ~E3 九州自動車道 菊水IC~植木IC(下り線)~(380KB)

💡 Summary: There have been reports of fallen trees affecting traffic between Kikusu IC and Ueki IC on the Kyushu Expressway.

Source: NEXCO West JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 25, 2026, 12:00 AM

Traffic Conditions on Expressways During Silver Week (National Report)

🇯🇵 シルバーウィーク期間における高速道路の交通状況(速報)【全国版】 2026年9月19日(土)~2026年9月23日(水):5日間 ※比較対象は2026年5月2日(土)~2026年5月6日(水):5日間

💡 Summary: Traffic conditions during Silver Week from September 19 to September 23, 2026, are reported.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 25, 2026, 12:00 AM

Traffic Conditions on Expressways During Silver Week (Central Japan Report)

🇯🇵 シルバーウィーク期間における高速道路の交通状況(速報)【中日本版】 [2026年9月19日(土)~2026年9月23日(水):5日間] ※比較対象は、2026年5月2日(土)~2026年5月6日(水):5日間

💡 Summary: Traffic conditions during Silver Week from September 19 to September 23, 2026, are reported for Central Japan.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Traffic AlertsChubuNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 25, 2026, 12:00 AM

Traffic Conditions on Expressways During Silver Week (Hokuriku Region Report)

🇯🇵 シルバーウィーク期間における高速道路の交通状況(速報)【北陸地方版】 [2026年9月19日(土)~9月23日(水):5日間]

💡 Summary: Traffic conditions during Silver Week from September 19 to September 23, 2026, are reported for the Hokuriku region.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 18, 2026, 12:00 AM

E42 Kisei Road Night Closure at Kisei Ouchiyama IC

🇯🇵 E42 紀勢道 紀勢大内山IC(下り線)出入口で夜間閉鎖を実施します 2026年10月20日(火)から12月10日(木)まで(閉鎖時間は、各日20時から翌6時まで) ~国道42号など一般道への迂回をお願いします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will occur at Kisei Ouchiyama IC on the Kisei Road.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM

E23 Ise Road Exit Closure at Ise Nishi IC

🇯🇵 E23 伊勢道 伊勢西IC(下り線)で出口閉鎖を実施します ~2026年10月11日(日)9時から15時まで~

💡 Summary: The exit at Ise Nishi IC on the Ise Road will be closed for a specified time.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChubuNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM

E41 Tokai Hokuriku Road Night Closure at Seki IC, Shiratori IC, and Minami IC

🇯🇵 E41 東海北陸道 関IC、白鳥ICおよび美並ICで夜間閉鎖を実施します 閉鎖箇所は日によって異なります ~近隣ICのご利用やお出かけ時間の変更をお願いいたします~

💡 Summary: Night closures will occur at Seki IC, Shiratori IC, and Minami IC on the Tokai Hokuriku Road.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresAll JapanNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM

E19 Chuo Road Night Closure at Kamisaka PA Entrance

🇯🇵 E19 中央道 神坂PA(下り)入口で夜間閉鎖を実施します 2026年10月13日(火)22時から翌5時まで(予備日:10月14日(水)、15日(木)) ~PA入口閉鎖に伴い、神坂スマートIC(下り線)出口をご利用いただけません~

💡 Summary: The entrance to Kamisaka PA on the Chuo Road will be closed at night.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original
Road ClosuresChubuNEXCO Central Japan
Sep 10, 2026, 12:00 AM

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Komatsu Base Air Festival Closure of E8 Hokuriku Road

🇯🇵 航空自衛隊 小松基地航空祭に伴いE8 北陸道 安宅PAおよび安宅スマートICを閉鎖します ~ 2026年9月27日(日)6時~18時 ~

💡 Summary: E8 Hokuriku Road will be closed at An-taku PA and An-taku Smart IC during the air festival on September 27, 2026.

Source: NEXCO Central JapanView Original

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