根據2026年1月26日與27日的最新綜合消息，日本北海道正遭遇自1999年開始有系統統計以來最嚴重的一次強降雪災害。暴雪範圍廣、持續時間長，對航空與陸上交通造成連鎖衝擊，札幌及周邊地區幾乎全面陷入癱瘓狀態，也讓大量旅客措手不及。

首當其衝的是北海道最重要的空中門戶──札幌新千歲機場。截至1月26日晚間，受跑道積雪、能見度不足與地勤作業受限影響，單日取消航班已超過56架次，包含多條國內線與國際線，導致約7,000名旅客被迫滯留在航站樓內過夜。現場情況相當混亂，不少中國旅客在社群媒體上形容整體狀況「幾乎是災難等級」，航廈內座椅一位難求，許多人只能直接在地板鋪衣物休息。同時，由於滯留人數暴增，機場內的羅森等便利商店與餐飲設施物資迅速被搶購一空，飲水、即食食品與保暖用品一度嚴重短缺。

地面交通方面的情況同樣不容樂觀。札幌市及其周邊地區的鐵路與公車系統大規模停擺，截至26日晚間，JR北海道宣布超過500班列車停運，其中包含往返新千歲機場、旭川與函館等重要幹線，受影響人數約13萬人。由於鐵軌與轉轍器被厚重積雪覆蓋，即使出動除雪設備也難以及時恢復運行。札幌市區內的道路狀況同樣惡劣，部分地段積雪高度超過成人小腿，公車全面停駛，不少民眾與旅客只能放棄駕車，拖著行李在風雪中徒步移動，城市機能幾近停滯。

氣象數據顯示，這場暴雪的強度已刷新多項紀錄。札幌市中央區在短短48小時內的累積降雪量高達65公分，城市整體積雪深度自2022年以來首次突破 1 公尺，部分郊區甚至更高。日本氣象廳指出，這次降雪屬於典型的「爆發型豪雪」，雪勢集中且短時間內急速累積，對除雪與交通調度構成極大壓力。

面對持續惡化的天氣狀況，日本氣象部門已警告，1月27日北海道部分地區的降雪仍可能進一步增強，呼籲民眾避免非必要外出，並隨時留意官方發布的最新資訊。中國駐札幌總領事館及相關單位也已多次發布提醒，要求在當地的中國公民密切關注天候變化，調整行程安排，並注意人身安全與保暖。

目前，仍有相當數量的中國與台灣旅客滯留在北海道各地，尤其集中於札幌市與新千歲機場周邊。受困旅客建議持續透過新千歲機場官方網站查詢當日航班動態，以掌握即時起降資訊，同時主動聯繫所屬航空公司，詢問改簽、延後出發或住宿與餐食補助等相關保障措施。在天氣尚未明顯改善前，短期內交通全面恢復仍具相當不確定性，旅客需做好長時間滯留的心理與實際準備。

According to the latest consolidated reports from January 26 and 27, 2026, Hokkaido, Japan, is experiencing its most severe snowfall since systematic records began in 1999. The widespread and prolonged blizzard has triggered a chain reaction across air and ground transportation systems, bringing Sapporo and surrounding areas close to a complete standstill and catching a large number of travelers off guard.

The most immediate impact has been felt at New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido’s primary aviation hub. As of the evening of January 26, heavy runway snow accumulation, poor visibility, and limited ground-handling capacity led to the cancellation of more than 56 flights in a single day, including both domestic and international routes. As a result, approximately 7,000 passengers were forced to spend the night inside the terminal. Conditions inside the airport became increasingly chaotic. Many Chinese travelers described the scene on social media as “almost disastrous,” noting that all available seating was quickly occupied, leaving many people to sleep on the floor using coats or luggage for insulation. At the same time, the surge in stranded passengers caused convenience stores such as Lawson and airport dining facilities to be rapidly stripped of supplies, with bottled water, ready-to-eat food, and cold-weather essentials running dangerously low.

Ground transportation was similarly paralyzed. Across Sapporo and neighboring regions, rail and bus services were severely disrupted. By the evening of the 26th, JR Hokkaido had suspended more than 500 train services, including key lines connecting New Chitose Airport with Asahikawa and Hakodate. An estimated 130,000 people were affected. Thick snow blanketed tracks and railway switches, and despite continuous snow-removal efforts, services could not be restored in time. Within Sapporo itself, road conditions deteriorated rapidly, with snow depths in some areas exceeding calf height. City buses were completely suspended, forcing many residents and travelers to abandon vehicles and walk through heavy snow while hauling luggage, leaving urban functions nearly frozen.

Meteorological data highlight the exceptional severity of this snowfall. In Sapporo’s Chūō Ward, cumulative snowfall reached 65 centimeters within just 48 hours. Overall snow depth across the city surpassed one meter for the first time since 2022, with even greater accumulation reported in suburban areas. The Japan Meteorological Agency characterized the event as a classic case of “explosive heavy snowfall,” marked by intense and highly concentrated snow accumulation over a short period, placing extreme strain on snow-clearing operations and transportation management.

In response to the worsening conditions, Japanese weather authorities warned that snowfall could intensify further in parts of Hokkaido on January 27, urging residents to avoid non-essential travel and to closely monitor official updates. The Chinese Consulate-General in Sapporo and relevant authorities had already issued multiple advisories, reminding Chinese nationals in the region to pay close attention to weather changes, adjust travel plans accordingly, and take appropriate safety and cold-weather precautions.

At present, a significant number of Chinese and Taiwanese tourists remain stranded across Hokkaido, particularly in Sapporo and around New Chitose Airport. Affected travelers are advised to continuously monitor same-day flight updates via the official New Chitose Airport website and to proactively contact their airlines regarding rebooking options, delays, and potential accommodation or meal assistance. With weather conditions yet to show clear improvement, the full restoration of transportation services remains uncertain, and travelers are encouraged to prepare for the possibility of an extended stay.