Nagano prefecture

Nagano prefecture is a region in central Japan known for its mountainous terrain and popular ski resorts, including Hakuba Valley and Tsugaike Kogen Mountain Resort. Recently, the prefecture has been the site of multiple fatal accidents involving Australian tourists. An eight-year-old girl died in Hakuba Valley after a snowmobile accident, and a 22-year-old woman died at Tsugaike Kogen Mountain Resort after becoming trapped in a ski lift. These incidents have brought international attention to safety concerns at Japanese ski resorts. More broadly, Japan has experienced record-breaking snowfall this winter, leading to numerous snow-related deaths and injuries across the country, raising concerns about winter safety and the potential dangers of warmer temperatures triggering further accidents.