Cool off in the summer the Japanese way

Hanging wind chimes, splashing water on the ground, cooling off on the porch, wearing yukata, eating cold food... are traditional methods used by the Japanese to cool off in the summer.

Wind chimes: To create a cool and comfortable feeling, Japanese people hang wind chimes made of glass, ceramic or metal with beautiful, elegant shapes on porches, windows...

The wind chime festival is held at Hikawa jinja shrine in the summer. According to scientific research, the sound of wind chimes has the effect of calming the brain and reducing body temperature.

Water Splashing: The Japanese custom of Uchimizu (water splashing) has a long history of cooling the ground by splashing or spraying water. Old Japanese restaurants still maintain this custom. Today, many people also participate in the “Uchimizu Project” - splashing water on the ground to help cool the ground and reduce the effect of global warming.

Water festival is loved by young people.

Goldfish scooping is a game enjoyed by both children and adults at summer festivals.

Cooling off on the porch: The Japanese have many traditions that make summer days more pleasant, such as cooling off on the porch in the evening. Japanese homes often have spacious wooden porches where families can sit and enjoy tea, view the garden, and eat cool foods like watermelon.

Summer festivals: This is a great opportunity for visitors to learn about Japanese culture. At the festivals, visitors will admire traditional dances, enjoy unique cuisine and participate in many other interesting activities.

Strolling in green areas and gardens: Gardening is considered an art in Japan, with delicate and meticulous designs. The Japanese also appreciate nature and trees, and often stroll in temples, gardens, ponds... in the summer to relieve the feeling of heat.

Wearing yukata: Yukata is a popular summer outfit for many Japanese people, made from light, airy cotton fabric, giving the wearer a comfortable feeling.

Eat cold dishes: Dishes such as cold somen noodles, hiyashi chuka mixed noodles, hiyayakko tofu, green tea ice cream... are popular in the summer in Japan.

Use sedge mats and rice husk pillows: Sedge mats and buckwheat husk pillows help dissipate heat and cool the body, ideal for use in the hot and humid summers in Japan.

According to Zing.vn