Japan snowfall disrupts air, rail and road transport
Forecasters have warned that more heavy snow is expected throughout Saturday
A severe snow storm warning has been issued in the Japanese capital, Tokyo, with residents urged to stay indoors.
Correspondents say it is the first such warning for the city in 13 years.
Hundreds of flights have been cancelled, roads closed and some train services suspended.
Local media has reported that at least 43 people have been injured because of snow-related accidents, with as much as 4cm (1.6in) of snow recorded on Saturday morning in Tokyo.
Public transport has been severely disrupted by the bad weather
The snow has resulted in treacherous conditions on Tokyo's footpaths and roadways
Weather forecasters have warned that with a rapidly developing low pressure front heading towards eastern Japan, more snow can be expected.
Last year parts of northern Japan had as much as 5.5m (18ft) of snow - a record-breaking amount that caused buildings to collapse under its immense weight.
Many flights were cancelled at Tokyo's Haneda airport
Local media has reported that at least 43 people have been injured because of snow-related accidents
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