Understanding Japan's Temperature Variations: From Hokkaido's Cool Breezes to Tokyo's Sweltering Heat

Understanding Japan’s Temperature Variations: From Hokkaido’s Cool Breezes to Tokyo’s Sweltering Heat

Reader’s Question:
I’m surprised by the huge temperature differences in Japan today. Kitami and Abashiri in Hokkaido have a high of 22°C, while Sapporo is at 29°C. In contrast, Tokyo is reaching 37°C, and Kumagaya in Saitama, where I live, is hitting 39°C. What could be causing such a significant temperature

Understanding the Necessity of License Fees and Important Considerations for Watching NHK On Demand on Smartphones

Understanding the Necessity of License Fees and Important Considerations for Watching NHK On Demand on Smartphones

Question from a reader:
I do not own a television, so I do not pay the NHK reception fee. If I install the NHK On Demand app on my smartphone, do I need to pay the reception fee whether I watch NHK On Demand or not?

Introduction

The issue of NHK reception fees has become an important concern for many people in