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Japan Introduces 'Kokushobi' for Days Over 40°C After Record Heat

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Japan introduces 'kokushobi' for days over 40°C after record heat, reflecting urgent climate change awareness and adaptation efforts. Learn more!

Japan's new term 'kokushobi' means 'cruelly hot' days over 40°C.

Last summer was Japan's hottest since records began in 1898.

Tokyo faced 25 days over 35°C, a significant rise from averages.

The term aims to increase public awareness about extreme heat.

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