Asakusa Diary - The Staff Blog

This morning, our guest asked me why are you wearing a face mask?
Because I got a cold and cough a lot, I just don’t want to spread of germs.

But you might think that you can simply cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze.
However, Japanese don’t feel the same way.
We have a tendency to take care of the group rather than the individual. We concern for the health
and safety of our co-workers and family than physical appearance.

Japanese People wear a mask for various reasons;
for example, to stop spread of disease, or to avoid to get sick.
Also to protect from pollen during allergy season.

There are many types of face masks.

When you come here, why don't you try them?