Should we do the same? 5 reasons why Japanese wash only in the evening

A hot shower before you go to bed can improve your sleep, according to new research. And it seems that the Japanese have known this for many years!

The Japanese have a long bathing ceremony.

When the Japanese shower, they attend a special ritual of several steps. First, they go into the shower to wash the dust and sweat. They may even add green tea and various herbs to the water that calm the body, clean the skin, and tonify the mind.

Japanese also carefully choose water temperature, no more than 40 degrees C, since hot water can lead to body moisture loss and open harbors.

They follow old family habits.

Lucs of Japan's morning shower as well as worldwide did not become available until recently. By the 20th century, there was no hot water, heat, or plumbing in Japanese homes. So most people had to boil water first so that they could take a hot bath. This is a process that takes too long! So the general habit of washing in the evening continued.

They often visit public baths or hot springs.

Hot sources of public baths are known in Japan. People of various ages go there not only to bathe but also to rest and spend time doing something pleasant. It might be said to be a kind of fun. There are usually fewer people at night, which allows you to be alone with your own thoughts. Full calm!

They don't have enough time this morning.

The Japanese are real workers. Some 4.5 million full - time workers in Japan have second jobs and work, on average, between 6 and 14 extra hours a week. Moreover, it is very important in Japan to be punctual. If you come a few more minutes late, it can be perceived negatively. So in the morning, the Japanese don't even have a minute.

They are affected by climate.

Summer in Japan is hot and wet. Most citizens do not use cars, but they do use public transportation and feel the effect of the weather on themselves to the maximum. They don't feel well without a long shower at the end of the day.

In winter, Japanese homes are very cold because most of them lack air and central heat. They shower in front of the bed, not only to wash but also to warm up.