Summer in Japan: The language and flavors of staying cool (opens original article in a new tab)

Watermelon is a popular choice for staying cool in Japan during summer, as high temperatures can lead to health issues like heatstroke, with common expressions describing the effects of heat.

• Watermelon is a popular choice for staying cool in Japan during summer.
• High temperatures can lead to low blood pressure, dehydration, and heatstroke.
• Common expressions in Japanese describe the effects of heat, such as feeling hot, hungry, thirsty, and sluggish.