Japan: Season’s First Snowcap Observed On Mt. Fuji, Latest Ever In 130 Years

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Japan: Season’s First Snowcap Observed On Mt. Fuji, Latest Ever In 130 Years

The first snowcap of the season was observed on Mt. Fuji on Thursday, November 7, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced. This marks the latest in 130 years of observation, and 36 days later than average.

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