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| Above, Keisei Line trains stuck at a train station in Chiba Prefecture due to snow. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
In February 2014, a big snowstorm and I arrived in the Kanto region at the same time.
Flights out of Narita were canceled and transit lines going to and from Narita International Airport where shut down. I should know, I spent about 22 hours in a train car in Chiba Prefecture (midway between Tokyo and Narita Airport) at a train station due to heavy snow. A second big snowstorm hit later that week. These were the heaviest snowstorms to hit the area in years.
This all may happen again this weekend.
News On Japan reported:
Weather forecasters in Japan are warning of possible heavy snowfall on Saturday in the Kanto region comprising Tokyo and surrounding prefectures.
The Meteorological Agency says a strong cold air mass and passing low-pressure system are likely to bring snow to wide areas from morning to night.
Snowfall through late Saturday afternoon may reach up to 10 centimeters in southern Kanto; eight centimeters in northern Kanto; and five centimeters in Tokyo's 23 wards.
Forecasters say more snow may fall in the evening. They're urging people to watch out for icy roads and disruption to transportation services. Drivers are advised to use winter tires or snow chains.
Airline companies have cancelled some flights for Saturday.
So, if you are heading into Tokyo this weekend, beware!
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