Drinking

Every country has its share of hangover remedies, Japan being no exception. In fact, such cures may be extra necessary due to the numerous drinking occasions that happen year-round. From drinks after work to goodbye parties, New Year’s, forget-the-old-year, hanami, fall colors, karaoke, birthdays, deaths… Just thinking about it all is enough to bring on a hangover. There always seems to be a good reason to drink. If you overindulge, here are some methods for getting on with your day with as little unpleasantness as possible. The Day of Drinking The first step is to avoid a hangover entirely through preventatives on the day of drinking. Ukon no Chikara Ukon no Chikara is the quintessential anti-hangover remedy, religiously purchased by professionals (host and hostess club workers, bar owners, etc.) and non-professionals alike, almost as if it were some kind of ritual of protection. Ukon is Japanese for turmeric, which gives the beverage its distinctive flavor and orange coloring. “Drink this before you go out drinking, and wake up feeling fine” is the mantra. Don’t try this product after you have already been drinking, as it tends to end in orange vomit. Water and Painkillers You should also drink as much…