Footage of heavy snowfall blanketing Japna's Sapporo city

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Snowfall footage shows heavy snow showering the city of Sapporo, Japan, on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, as winter conditions intensified across the northern island of Hokkaido. The snowfall reduced visibility and coated roads, buildings and public spaces, as residents moved through the city amid persistent wintry conditions. Authorities have urged caution for motorists and pedestrians as snow continues to fall. Japan’s northern regions regularly experience heavy winter snowfall, though officials continue to monitor conditions for potential disruptions to transport and daily activities.