Heavy Snow
Tokyo and Yokohama see first snowfall of season, one day earlier than average
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On Friday, January 2, 2026, the first snowfall of the season was observed in central Tokyo and Yokohama. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, it arrived one day earlier than the average but 14 days later than last season. The agency warned of heavy snowfall through Saturday in eastern to western regions facing the Sea of Japan, urging caution against traffic accidents on icy roads.
Heavy snow blanketed South Korea overnight on Monday, disrupting the morning commute. The heavy snow advisory for Seoul was lifted at 4 a.m., but snow removal efforts continued, and the weather agency forecasted more snowfall in eastern and southern regions.
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The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a massive snowfall alert for Ishikawa and Tottori prefectures on January 26, 2026, due to a severe winter pressure pattern bringing heavy snow to the Sea of Japan side. In 24 hours until 6 p.m. Sunday, 47 cm fell in Kanazawa and 36 cm in Daisen, Tottori. The pattern is easing in western Japan, but vigilance is urged for northern areas on Monday.