January 17, 2013
Snow in Tokyo!
The weather took a decidedly wintry turn this week as the Kanto region was covered in up to 8 inches of snow, the heaviest snowstorm to hit the area in 7 years!
The front gates of the Kitanomaru Gardens and Nippon Budokan
Fortunately, or unfortunately for some, the snowstorm hit on 'Coming of Age Day', which is when all those who turn 20 - and legally an adult - attend ceremonies in suits and lavish kimono. While the snow provided a beautiful setting for their celebration, it also seized up most of Tokyo's highways and train lines.
Coming of Age Day is a national holiday, which meant that Seiritsu was closed that day, but the following day students and staff alike worked hard to clear the sidewalks and grounds of the slowly melting snow. Of course, some students took the opportunity to throw a few snowballs!
The school soccer and tennis clubs clearing the center courts. Now that's dedication!
Post by Peter, International Department Coordinator