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Severe Blizzard Disrupts Travel Across Hokkaido, Forecasts Worsen

1/14/2026

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On January 13, 2026, a powerful blizzard hit Hokkaido, closing the Doo Expressway and Sasson Expressways and canceling 82 flights.
On January 14, 2026, authorities warned of continued transport disruptions.
Fifty train services were suspended due to strong winds and snow.
Forecasts project up to 40 centimeters of snow along the Sea of Japan coast.
Sapporo could drop to minus 6 degrees Celsius, the coldest day this season.

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Story summary

On January 13, 2026, a powerful blizzard hit Hokkaido, closing the Doo Expressway and Sasson Expressways and canceling 82 flights.
On January 14, 2026, authorities warned of continued transport disruptions.
Fifty train services were suspended due to strong winds and snow.
Forecasts project up to 40 centimeters of snow along the Sea of Japan coast.
Sapporo could drop to minus 6 degrees Celsius, the coldest day this season.