According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, winter atmospheric pressure and cold air masses are contributing to heavy snowstorms that have affected the eastern and northern regions of the ...

Another strong cold spell is expected to hit wide areas of Japan over the weekend ... It is urging caution for traffic disruptions, snowstorms, high waves, power outages, fallen trees and avalanches.

And stay alert for a JPCZ, or Japan Sea Polar Air Mass Convergence Zone. This phenomenon causes heavy snow and blizzards. Do not go out at all if the Japan Meteorological Agency or transport ...