Japan has been hit by its strongest typhoon in 25 years on Tuesday causing at least 6 deaths, 160 injuries and leaving thousands without power.

Typhoon Jebi caused landfalls in western areas, bringing heavy rain and reports of winds up to 172km/h.

Officials ordered more than a million people in affected areas to evacuate their homes amid warnings of high waves, flooding and mudslides.

Hundreds of flights, trains and ferries have been cancelled with Japanese officials urging the people to move to safety.