Meteorological agencies are urging residents in the Kanto plain area to prepare for potential snowfall expected on the evening of January 2nd. Rising humidity coupled with decreasing temperatures has set the stage for a snowy affair. Locals are advised to prepare and plan accordingly - particularly those planning to travel, as services may be disrupted.

Weather reports in Japan are taken seriously due to the country's diverse weather patterns and susceptibility to natural disasters. Particularly in winter, people in the affected regions take heed of any snowfall warnings as heavy snow can disrupt both traffic and daily life.

Similar to the United States or EU, weather warnings are communicated to the public via broadcasts, social networks, and mobile alerts. People are asked to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel if severe weather predictions pose imminent risk of disruption.