- Heavy snowfall is expected along Japan's Sea of Japan coast from Thursday to Friday, potentially disrupting travel.
- Significant snow accumulations have already exceeded yearly averages in many areas, with some regions reporting nearly 5 meters.
- Warnings are in place for avalanches, power outages, and falling snow, advising caution when removing snow.
A: Hey, did you hear about the snow? It's supposed to be crazy!
B: No! Seriously? Where?
A: Mostly the coast, you know, up north and west. Tohoku region especially. It’s getting really intense!
B: Wow! I saw something about Aomori Prefecture...like, almost five meters of snow already!
A: Five meters?! That’s insane! Niigata Prefecture too - over two and a half meters! They’ve already passed their yearly average.
B: That’s… a lot of snow. It’s going to get even worse, huh?
A: Yeah, they’re saying it will really pick up Thursday and Friday. Niigata could get up to 70 centimeters in 24 hours!
B: 70 centimeters! That’s almost three feet! What about where I live in Kanto?
A: They're saying snow and rain for you, probably in the mountains. Kanagawa too.
B: Oh great! I need to be careful. Are they warning people about anything else?
A: Definitely! Traffic will be bad, avalanches are a risk, and power outages because of the snow on the power lines.
B: Yikes! I need to be super careful when I clear the snow off my roof!
A: Exactly! They’re saying use ropes, wear helmets, and get help. Safety first!
- Significant snow accumulations have already exceeded yearly averages in many areas, with some regions reporting nearly 5 meters.
- Warnings are in place for avalanches, power outages, and falling snow, advising caution when removing snow.
A: Hey, did you hear about the snow? It's supposed to be crazy!
B: No! Seriously? Where?
A: Mostly the coast, you know, up north and west. Tohoku region especially. It’s getting really intense!
B: Wow! I saw something about Aomori Prefecture...like, almost five meters of snow already!
A: Five meters?! That’s insane! Niigata Prefecture too - over two and a half meters! They’ve already passed their yearly average.
B: That’s… a lot of snow. It’s going to get even worse, huh?
A: Yeah, they’re saying it will really pick up Thursday and Friday. Niigata could get up to 70 centimeters in 24 hours!
B: 70 centimeters! That’s almost three feet! What about where I live in Kanto?
A: They're saying snow and rain for you, probably in the mountains. Kanagawa too.
B: Oh great! I need to be careful. Are they warning people about anything else?
A: Definitely! Traffic will be bad, avalanches are a risk, and power outages because of the snow on the power lines.
B: Yikes! I need to be super careful when I clear the snow off my roof!
A: Exactly! They’re saying use ropes, wear helmets, and get help. Safety first!
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Summary
Japan's Sea of Japan coast faces heavy snowfall Thur-Fri, disrupting travel. Areas like Aomori & Niigata have exceeded yearly snow totals (up to 5m!). Warnings for avalanches, power outages, & caution advised when removing snow. #JapanSnow #WeatherAlert
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260128_14/#summary
Date: Jan. 28, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-28
Created: 2026/01/28 22:40
Updated: 2026/01/29 10:46
Last Read: 2026/01/29 10:46