Japan weather agency warns of heavy snow, partial highway closures planned

Parts of Japan were hit by heavy snow on Wednesday, with the weather agency urging caution over traffic and transport disruptions as snowfall may intensify in areas stretching from northern to western regions through the weekend.Heavy snowfall is likely along the Pacific coast in places that rarely see it, while areas along the Sea of Japan coast will experience even heavier snow on Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.The government urged people to avoid unnecessary travel, with some sections of highways, including on the Meishin Expressway and the Hokuriku Expressway, expected t…READ FULL ARTICLE