Recently, there is an article about not installing heating in Japan that has attracted widespread attention and discussion on the Internet. The article states that even in the cold winter, the Japanese still do not have indoor heating. This has led to the curiosity of how the Japanese keep out the cold
First, let's take a look at Japan's climate and geography. Japan is located in eastern Asia, between 24 and 45 degrees north latitude, and straddles three climatic zones: **, temperate and cold. In the summer, most of Japan is affected by the Pacific depression, and the temperature is high, the humidity is high, and there is frequent precipitation, resulting in climate characteristics such as rainy season and summer typhoons. In winter, Japan is affected by the Siberian high pressure, and the temperature is cooler. However, due to Japan's proximity to the ocean, extremely cold weather is relatively rare, and the cold duration of winter is relatively short.
So, why don't the Japanese install heating?It is understood that this is related to the resource situation and cultural habits of Japan. First of all, as an island nation, Japan's resources are relatively limited. There are almost no large mines such as coal mines, oil, and natural gas, so Japan** encourages its citizens to use resources sparingly. Installing heating not only increases resource consumption, but also brings higher energy costs, which is contrary to Japan's best policy.
At the same time, considering the frequent occurrence of **, most houses in Japan are made of lightweight materials, and there is no way to install heating. In addition, it can cause water pipes to break, which can be a safety hazard in homes where heating systems are installed.
Although there is no heating, the Japanese have some "artifacts" to keep out the cold in winter. The first artifact was the table stove. Similar to the Chinese charcoal brazier, the Japanese table stove adds a table top to the charcoal brazier, which can distribute the heat into the room and keep the whole room warm. A table stove can be used not only for heating, but also as a dining table. Another artifact is the oil furnace. Japanese petroleum furnaces are compact in design, simple in structure, easy to use, can provide a stable heat source, and have the characteristics of high efficiency and energy saving. In addition, the Japanese are also very fond of using electric blankets for heating, and some people have even transformed electric blankets into products such as electric hot clothes, electric quilts, and electric curtains. These "artifacts" provided a guarantee for the Japanese to survive the winter.
It is worth noting that Japanese girls often wear short skirts in winter, and even school uniforms are required to show their legs. This has to do with the culture and fashion perceptions of the Japanese. Japanese girls believe that showing their legs is a sign of confidence and fashion, as well as pride in their figure. However, netizens have different opinions on this approach, with some believing that it is easy to get cold legs by showing their legs.
On the Internet, there has been a heated discussion about the lack of heating in Japan. Some people see not installing heating during the cold winter months as a waste and a sign of responsibility for the health of the individual and society. However, there are also those who believe that Japanese people do not install heating in order to save energy, and it is also suggested that other countries should follow Japan's example.
At the same time, it has been noted that a similar phenomenon exists in other countries. For example, temperatures in southern China are warmer, and many people still wear short sleeves during the winter months. This North-South difference is also common across the globe and is due to the influence of latitude and geographical location.
Overall, winters in Japan are relatively cold compared to other countries. Due to resource constraints, frequent occurrences, and cultural habits, heating is not widely installed in Japan. Although there is no heating, the Japanese keep out the cold by using artifacts such as table stoves, oil stoves, and electric blankets. This approach is not only in line with Japan's resource utilization policy, but also adapts to the actual situation of frequent occurrence. It is worth learning from Japan's energy-efficient stove technology that can provide a reference for other countries and help solve energy problems.