Hello! I am currently in the process of preparing to study abroad to Japan for 4 months during the summer (going to Yamanashi Prefecture), and on the list of items I can rent for my dorm (single-occupancy), one of them, is an air-purifier/humidifier. Since it costs 12,000ï¿¥, I want to know how recommended they actually are for spending an extended period of time in Japan.
If it means anything, I do not have any major allergies to pollen or other air pollutants.
Thank you
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The air is generally safe to breathe in Japan.
In the winter parts of Japan (probably including Yamanashi) get extremely dry. So a humidifier is good for your lungs and skin.
The rest of the year it’s less of an issue.
Pollen is a huge problem in Japan in spring and summer. The air purifier will certainly help but if you’ve got any sort of sensitivity it probably won’t be enough.
I personally like having the white noise of an air purifier running when I sleep. I’d get one for that reason alone.