On 5 Feb 2024, Tokyo witnessed heavy snowfall resulting in flight cancellations, transportation disruptions, power outages, and injuries, marking its first snowfall in 2 years.

On Monday, February 5, 2024, heavy snowfall affected Tokyo and its surrounding areas, causing significant disruptions to transportation. Over 100 flights were grounded at Haneda Airport, with All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines canceling at least 100 flights, impacting over 11,000 people. Train services experienced delays and suspensions, and several highways were partially closed. The Japan Meteorological Agency had warned of up to 55 centimeters (21 inches) of snow in mountainous areas north of Tokyo, with accumulation peaking late Monday night.

February 05, 2024
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