As the New Year commences, Japan experiences a shift in climatic conditions, with various regions witnessing rain and snow due to the cold weather influence. This sudden transformation in weather, affecting diverse parts of the country, has occurred right after the New Year's break. The extent of this weather change, its potential impact on daily life, local businesses, and transportation is still under observation.

Such weather changes post-New Year in Japan is a topic of concern, as it interrupts the smooth transition from the holiday season back to the usual routine life. Moreover, the citizens highly value their cultural tradition of starting the year on a harmonious note, and such sudden changes in weather can cause unease. Also, adequate information dissemination and weather-related precautions are given emphasis by local government bodies.

In comparison to the US or EU, the climatic fluctuations in Japan might seem less severe, but the changes can nevertheless hinder normal living conditions and economic activities. Similar weather-related issues occur in the US and EU too, where the governments adapt to mitigate the impact on citizens' daily lives and national operations.