Five excellent Japanese products to reduce stress and improve sleep quality while traveling.

You don’t want to carry over the fatigue from your trip into the next morning. In order to enjoy your trip to the fullest, you need to get a good rest. However, long travel times, jet lag, stress from unfamiliar surroundings, plus walking around at tourist spots and a packed schedule can unintentionally cause fatigue and tension to build up in your body.
At such times, you can rely on these convenient Japanese items to ease the stress of travel and improve the quality of your sleep.

In this column, we will introduce five highly recommended items that will help you relax and feel comfortable while traveling. These items will help you recover from travel fatigue and get the best sleep possible. All of these items can be easily used at your accommodations and are readily available at supermarkets, convenience stores, and drugstores, so please make use of them to take care of your health during your trip!

 Kao “MegRhythm Steam Hot Eye Mask”

This eye mask gently warms and relaxes the eye area. At a comfortable temperature (approx. 40°C) for about 20 minutes, the steam gently warms the eye area, making it as comfortable as a bath. It is ideal for refreshing tired eyes after a long flight or sightseeing. It is attractive because it can be used easily at any time.

 How to use

1. Remove the eye mask from the bag.
*Open the bag and it will become warm, so use it immediately.
2. Cut the perforations, and hook the earpiece over your ears.
*Close your eyes during use.

Cautions
*Do not use with eye packs, etc.
*Temperature and duration may vary depending on the environment of use. In case of low room temperature, it may be difficult to feel the warmth.
*Depending on the environment of use, the product may puff up with steam, but can be used as is.

 Kobayashi Pharmaceutical “Nightmin Ear Relaxation Time”

 This is a new concept product that warms the ears for relaxation.
The heating element, which warms to 40°C, gently envelops the ear and provides a relaxing effect. In addition, the special earpieces block out ambient noise, leading to a good night’s sleep. Try it for a more comfortable sleep in hotels or on airplanes.

 How to use

1.Check whether the S or M earpiece fits your ear and attach it to the main body.

2.Insert the heating element into the insertion slot of the earpiece body and push it in so that it fits firmly.
*Make sure the heating element is inserted into the claws to prevent it from falling out.

3. Hold the earpiece in your hand so that it is in front of you and set it in your ear as it is.

4.Adjust the earpiece so that the heating element fits tightly into the ear. Confirm that the sound is being blocked well and that you can feel the warmth of the earpiece.

MediQttO “MediQtto Full Leg While Sleeping”

These compression socks are worn at night to tighten the legs. The medically based graduated pressure design effectively tightens the entire leg. The full-leg type in particular, which can cover up to the thighs, relieves leg fatigue after a full day of walking for sightseeing or shopping, and also has a beautiful leg effect. Cotton feel material helps you sleep comfortably.

 How to wear

 ※Remove rings, etc. before use, and pull up slowly without clawing or pulling up all at once.

1. Reel up the socks and insert the toes.
2. Pull the socks up to the ankle and align the heel with the designated position.
3. Align the knitted part with the knee and stretch out the crease at the back of the knee.
4. Pull the socks up to the base of the thigh.

SABORINO “Otsukaresa Mask” (All-in-one mask)

This all-in-one mask allows you to complete your nighttime skincare routine in one minute. Simply apply it to your face after taking a bath or washing your face, and you can perform “toner + milky lotion + essence + serum + cream + pack” bedtime skincare at the same time. Even on busy nights when you are traveling, you can easily take good care of your skin and immediately relax and go to sleep.

 How to use

1. Open the cover and pull up the mask by holding the edge of the mask.
※When pulling up, do not pull up too hard.
2. Gently spread the mask over your face, stretching it from side to side as you fit it in place, and leave it on for 1 minute.
※ If you are concerned about dryness, leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes for better results.
3. Peel off the mask and you are done! Folding and patting is also recommended.

 Yakult “Y1000”

“Yakult” is a dairy lactobacillus drink that has been loved by many Japanese people since its launch in 1935. The custom of “drinking Yakult to lead a healthy life” is widespread in Japan, regardless of age or sex, and has been loved by many families for many years. Yakult’s “Y1000,” which was released as a functional food (ingredient evaluation), was so popular that for a time it was hard to find it in stores, as many products were sold out.

During travel, people often suffer from stress and poor sleep quality caused by environmental changes and long hours of travel.
Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota contained in “Y1000” have been reported to have functions of “stress relief” and “sleep quality* improvement” in situations of temporary mental stress.
*Deepness of sleep and refreshing awakening.

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Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota

1. ” Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota” with the “highest density in Yakult’s history”
The most distinctive feature of Y1000 is that each ml contains 1 billion Lactobacillus casei strains Shirota. This lactic acid bacteria was discovered by Minoru Shirota, the founder of Yakult, after many years of research, and its function of improving the intestinal environment has been reported.

2. stress relief and improved sleep quality
“Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota” has been reported to have functions of “stress relief” and “sleep quality* improvement” in situations of temporary mental stress.
*Deepness of sleep and refreshing awakening

3.Ease of daily use
“Y1000” can be easily taken while traveling. It can be easily purchased at supermarkets and convenience stores in Japan, so you can continue to take it while traveling. Enjoy your trip by incorporating it into your daily routine.

・This product has been notified to the Director-General of the Consumer Affairs Agency as a product that displays the fact that a specific health purpose can be expected at the responsibility of the business operator. However, unlike Food for Specified Health Uses, it has not undergone individual examination by the Director-General of the Consumer Affairs Agency

・This product is not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease.
Food with Health Claims ( Food with functional claims)
Notification No. E625
Notification labeling

This product contains Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (L. casei YIT 9029). Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (L. casei YIT 9029) is reported to have the function of relieving stress in situations of temporary mental stress and improving the quality of sleep (depth of sleep and refreshing awakening). Furthermore, it has been reported to improve the intestinal environment.
Functional Ingredients Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (L. casei YIT 9029) 110 billion

Recommended daily intake : Take one bottle per day.
Precautions for intake Ingestion in large quantities does not cure disease or promote better health.
Dietary balance should be based on a staple meal, main dish, and side dishes.

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The products introduced here are readily available at supermarkets, convenience stores, and drugstores, so please stop by during your trip!
They will help you reduce stress and sleep comfortably during your trip, so enjoy your trip while refreshing your mind and body!