Why is it snowing in Japan...?

Question:

I saw on news today that it snowing in japan, why? I mean they just had earthquake and tsunami, is that like the general thing that happens when an earthquake and tsunami hit? Just curious :)

Answer:

Some part of northern Japan is one of the snowiest places in the world. Even in Tokyo it sometimes snows in mid March. The worst hit areas are further north. It's normal for them to have snow, even though it's not helping the survivors and evacuees.