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Mount Fuji's Late Snowfall and Japan's Climate Change Dilemma

The unusually late snowfall on Mount Fuji highlights Japan's conflicted approach to climate change: active internationally but hesitant domestically.

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HokusaiKen Saito

How did the delayed snowfall affect the Japanese public?: The delayed snowfall, termed hatsukansetsu, caused considerable anticipation and speculation in Japan, with many people calling the Kofu Meteorological Station for updates.
What was unusual about Mount Fuji's first snowfall this year?: Mount Fuji's first snowfall was the latest on record, not arriving until November 7th, 33 days later than average, due to unusually warm temperatures.
What is the apparent contradiction in Japan's approach to climate change?: While Japan participates actively in international climate goals and assists other nations, it avoids directly addressing climate change as the cause of the late snowfall domestically.
What is the author's critique of the Japanese public debate on climate change?: The article suggests that the Japanese public debate on climate change is superficial, focusing on entertainment rather than addressing the underlying causes of environmental shifts.
What are some of Japan's domestic policies regarding climate change and the energy sector?: Japan's approach to climate change involves a duality: promoting sustainability goals internationally while supporting the coal industry domestically and prioritizing economic considerations.

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