- Northern Japan is experiencing significantly above-average snowfall due to a persistent winter pressure pattern.
- Cities like Aomori and Shinjo have recorded over 1.7 meters of snow, more than double the usual amount for this time of year.
- Residents are warned about potential avalanches, power outages, and structural collapses due to the heavy snow accumulation.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the snow? It’s crazy!
B: No! What’s going on?
A: Seriously! Northern Japan has tons of snow! Way more than usual.
B: Wow! Really? Like, where exactly?
A: Places like Aomori and Yamagata. Aomori has over a meter and a half!
B: That’s so much! More than double the normal amount, you said?
A: Yeah! It’s because of this weather pattern and really cold air.
B: So, it’s supposed to last a while?
A: It’s easing up a little bit today, thankfully. But still, be careful!
B: Oh no! What should we watch out for?
A: Avalanches, snow falling from roofs… and maybe even power outages.
B: Power outages?! That’s scary!
A: And they’re warning about old houses and farm buildings too. The snow is heavy!
B: That's a lot to worry about.
A: Yeah, and people are getting hurt while clearing snow.
B: Oh dear! Safety gear is important, right?
A: Definitely! They’re saying to work in groups too. Be safe out there!
B: Okay, thanks for the heads-up! I’ll be extra careful.
- Cities like Aomori and Shinjo have recorded over 1.7 meters of snow, more than double the usual amount for this time of year.
- Residents are warned about potential avalanches, power outages, and structural collapses due to the heavy snow accumulation.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the snow? It’s crazy!
B: No! What’s going on?
A: Seriously! Northern Japan has tons of snow! Way more than usual.
B: Wow! Really? Like, where exactly?
A: Places like Aomori and Yamagata. Aomori has over a meter and a half!
B: That’s so much! More than double the normal amount, you said?
A: Yeah! It’s because of this weather pattern and really cold air.
B: So, it’s supposed to last a while?
A: It’s easing up a little bit today, thankfully. But still, be careful!
B: Oh no! What should we watch out for?
A: Avalanches, snow falling from roofs… and maybe even power outages.
B: Power outages?! That’s scary!
A: And they’re warning about old houses and farm buildings too. The snow is heavy!
B: That's a lot to worry about.
A: Yeah, and people are getting hurt while clearing snow.
B: Oh dear! Safety gear is important, right?
A: Definitely! They’re saying to work in groups too. Be safe out there!
B: Okay, thanks for the heads-up! I’ll be extra careful.
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Summary
Northern Japan faces record snowfall (over 1.7m in Aomori), double the usual amount. Warnings issued for avalanches, power outages, & structural collapse. Safety gear & group work advised. #JapanSnow #WinterWeather
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260203_03/#summary
Date: Feb. 3, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-02-03
Created: 2026/02/03 08:40
Updated: 2026/02/03 09:09
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