Interesting! Would have guessed practical reasons!
Which begs the question, why don’t we American’s have the common sense to stay out of the sun? I’m in NW Florida and no one carries a parasol. Strange to think about!
We were stuck at railroad crossing in Mississippi last month. Jumped out to see what was going on and talked to an old black man carrying an umbrella and a wet rag around his neck. Only sensible person I saw! Everyone else on the street sweating their asses off.
Anyway, when it’s killer hot and there’s a chance of getting stuck outside, I wear a boonie hat. Nerdy? Old man gear? Whatever, I pack my own shade.
Bruv, I’ve been wearing one of those hats for years. Could not recommend greater
Why do Japanese people use umbrellas when it’s sunny? Because the sun is fucking hot and painful and shade is good for survival, you morons.
Why do Shinto priests and adherents in the middle of religious ceremonies use umbrellas when it’s sunny? Read the article.
The sun in Japan is on a whole another level. Even if it’s cloudy, even if it’s winter, it’s easy to get a sunburn. People with sensitive skin need to be especially careful.
What makes Japan special?
The middle of Japan is on roughly the same latitude as South Carolina and north Africa.
As a weeb living in South Carolina, I feel bad for Japan.
Why is that?
Guess because UV levels are higher.
There are stupid questions after all.
For shade 😎
Day star burn
Now it makes sense why cocktails have little umbrellas! They’re summoning spirits!
lmao, nice one.
And finally someone who bothered to actually click through to the article. Otherwise ITT: people who did not.
I’d assume to protect their skin from the sun? Other than than maybe a spiritual reason?
Good guess, you’ll find out if you read it.
Jajaja
[laughs in Spanish]
When I was a kid I thought it’s pronounced “yayaya” and is more of a celebratory sound than an amused one.
This was about the mental image that went along with it
