Incident Details
As of 7 January, adverse weather conditions from an ongoing winter season in Japan led to the cancellation of 400 domestic flights and the suspension of some high-speed train services in the Tohoku region. The winter season, lasting until March, is forecast to cause further travel disruptions and interrupt power supply.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to reconfirm travel shortly before scheduled departure. Maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.
