Heavy snow is expected mainly on the Sea of Japan side of Honshu and Hokkaido from Sunday to Monday due to a strong winter pressure pattern. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be cautious about driving and transportation disruptions. Maximum snowfall of up to 100 centimeters is forecasted in some regions over the next 24 hours.
The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts heavy snow primarily on the Sea of Japan side of Honshu and Hokkaido from Sunday to Monday, driven by a strong winter pressure pattern. This system is expected to persist until around Wednesday.
In the 24 hours leading up to 6 a.m. on Monday, the maximum snowfall is projected at 100 centimeters in Tohoku, 70 centimeters in Hokuriku and Kinki, and 50 centimeters in Hokkaido, Kanto-Koshin, and Chugoku regions. The agency warns of potential disruptions to transportation and hazards for drivers.
Such winter weather events are common along Japan's Sea of Japan coast, often leading to significant impacts from accumulated snow. Residents and travelers should monitor updates closely and consider avoiding unnecessary travel.