Hakuba village in Nagano Prefecture, one of the most popular winter destinations in Japan, has been struggling with snow this season. “This year, we have had more snow than usual, and it has ...

This photo taken on January 31, 2025 shows snow covering the top of a "torii", or gate at a shrine in the ski resort town of Hakuba, Nagano prefecture. Photo: AFP Japan will face more heavy snow after ...