Heavy snow hits Japan

WATCH: Heavy snow hits Japan as wintry weather reaches peak
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heavy snow advisory on Wednesday morning forecasting up to 70cm (2ft) of snowfall within 24 hours in areas along the Sea of Japan coast. Fresh snowfall was seen in Niigata prefecture, parts of which have already had more than three metres (10ft) of snow this winter.
Winter Season Reaches Peak as Japan Gets Hit With Heavy Snow - TaiwanPlus News
The northwest coast Japan's main island is being hit hard with heavy snow this winter. Some areas have already seen over three meters of snow, with more than 70 centimeters of snow expected to fall in the next 24 hours.
Japan weather officials issue heavy snow alert for Ishikawa Prefecture
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Residents on Sea of Japan side brace as heavy snow in forecast
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Heavy snow blankets Japan with one dead and four severely injured
One person has died and four more have been seriously injured due to heavy snow in parts of Japan, according to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency.
Intense cold spell hits wide areas in Japan
Japan's weather agency said a strong cold air mass and a winter pressure pattern brought freezing temperatures to cities across the country on Thursday, with heavy snow hitting the Sea of Japan coast and mountainous regions.
Cold front to peak on Feb. 19, snow possible in eastern Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency is forecasting heavy snowfall predominantly in regions of Honshu facing the Sea of Japan as the strong cold air mass flowing over the nation reaches its first peak on Feb.
Heavy snow in Japan to persist through Sunday, disrupting travel
The weather agency warned of blizzards, high waves and hazardous road conditions through the weekend, urging residents to avoid nonessential travel.
Japan's meteorological agency warns of severe snowfall
A severe snowstorm hits Japan, covering cars, streets, and trees with thick snow. Traffic faces major disruptions as snowplows work to clear the roads. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns of up to 70 cm of snow,
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Snow piling up along Sea of Japan coast, mountainous regions
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