How a coastal snowland feeds one of the world’s largest cities
In short: This video explores the geographical contrast between Japan's rugged northeast and its urban heart. It reveals how extreme winter weather in Tōhoku provides an essential environmental service to the rest of the nation.
The region of Tōhoku, spanning six northern prefectures on Honshu Island, is characterized by a wild, mountainous landscape that experiences intense climatic shifts. During the winter, it becomes a 'land of snow,' receiving heavy snowfall along the Sea of Japan coast.
While these winters present challenges for local residents, they create an environmental boon in the spring. The resulting meltwater flows down from the mountains into rice fields and salmon farms. This stands in stark contrast to the Kantō plain—Japan's largest plain—which hosts Tokyo and its 38 million inhabitants.
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