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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.