How to Survive Japanese Summer Heat

It's still June but Japan already have record-breaking early-summer heat. The Kanto–Koshin region recorded temperatures above 35°C at 65 observation points, with Kofu touching 38.2°C, Takasaki 37.7°C and Shizuoka 37.6°C. Combined with the high humidity, any activites outdoor could risk anyone with severe heatstroke. If you plan to travel in summer, we strongly advise you to prepare beforehand. Fortunately, Japan has many kind of cooling products which you could easily find in any convenience store. Here are some of our recommendation!

Bioré Hiya Towel

https://www.kao.com/

Cool down your body using these towel sheet. You can practically feel the coldness in your skin almost instantly, and it has moisturizing effect too!

Merit Dry Shampoo Sheets

https://wafuu.com/

This product can save you from feeling greasy around your hair and scalp. Just wipe your hair using these wipes to freshen your look!

Hakugen Earth Ice-non Shirt Mist

https://mishumart.vn/

Just spray some of this to your shirt to create an icy feeling around your body parts. The 100 ml size one is perfect fit in your pocket!

Kobayashi Riff Underarm Sweat Sheet

https://www.ebay.com/

Struggling with excess sweat on your armpit? Stick these deodorant stickers on your shirt to absorb the sweat while preventing the sweat odor.

Morinaga Salt Table Plus

https://www.amazon.co.jp/

You can easily lose your sodium level in summer. Replenish your electrolytes with these lemon flavored salt tables. Contain sodium, glucose and eight different vitamins including calcium and vitamin C.

Even though Japan's summer is pretty hot, there are many fun things to do like summer festival and fireworks event, so don't get discouraged and stay hydrated through your trip!