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2008-03-07

[Cultural Seed of Knowledge / White Day]

March 14 is called White Day. It is customary for men who received Valentine chocolates to give the lady a return gift of chocolates or other small gift on this day. At the beginning of March, many stores around town display gorgeous presents for women.

[Nara Lifestyle Guide / Buying medicine]
http://www.nifs.or.jp/mobile/eng/guide/healthcare/healthcare02.html

[Seasonal Life Tips / How to cope with the pollen allergy]

In Japan, pollen from the Japanese cedar and hinoki trees is widespread between February and early May. Various goods are on the market to aid relief from nasal inflammation, conjunctivitis, etc. During this season, you should brush off the pollen from your clothes before you enter a building. If you think you have pollen allergy symptoms, you should wear a pollen protection mask available on the market and gargle after returning home.