1. Drivers in Hokkaido, Japan are switching from summer to winter tires due to approaching snow season.
2. Tire shops like the one in Asahikawa have seen increased demand for tire replacements since October.
3. It is recommended that drivers check their newly installed winter tires regularly to ensure they stay secure, as there have been instances of tires falling off within a month of switching from summer tires.
2. Tire shops like the one in Asahikawa have seen increased demand for tire replacements since October.
3. It is recommended that drivers check their newly installed winter tires regularly to ensure they stay secure, as there have been instances of tires falling off within a month of switching from summer tires.
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Drivers in Hokkaido, Japan are changing to winter tires due to the approaching snow season. Demand for tire replacements has increased since October in shops like Asahikawa. It is advised that drivers check their newly installed winter tires regularly to ensure they stay secure, as there have been
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251021_03/#summary
Date: Oct. 21, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-21
Created: 2025/10/21 08:10
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:47
Last Read: 2025/10/21 09:33