1. Japanese tradition and philosophy The practice of drinking warm water is linked to traditional Japanese and Eastern philosophies, such as traditional Chinese medicine and kampo (traditional ...

But not every pool of heated water qualifies as an onsen. Japan has strict laws governing one of the country’s most iconic activities, widely considered a natural treasure. Onsen water is heated ...

The Environment Ministry has given water utility companies until ... One nanogram is one-billionth of a gram. Japan introduced the target values in line with standards used overseas.

JICA signs loan agreement for Chennai Seawater Desalination Plant II project to address water supply challenges in Tamil Nadu.