During the hot and humid summer, many people face mosquitoes and bugs in Japan. The most affected live in small towns close to nature, and that simple net that the windows have is not able to protect you 100% from mosquitoes and mosquitoes. In this article, we are going to give you some tips and recommendations so you can survive the insects and mosquitoes during the summer in Japan.
First Tip – When shopping for oils, lotions, essences and other home or body products, try to look for products that have ingredients in them. pyrethrum, a flower that is widely used in repellents and insecticides. This is because the plant has pyrethrins that attack insects, you can look for the words 除虫菊 or ピレスロイド系 in the composition of Japanese products. Other natural products you can find are citronella (シトロネラ) lavender (ラベンダー油) and lemon eucalyptus (レモンユーカリ精油). Keep in mind that sometimes these products can cause allergies in some people.
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products against mosquitoes
Death Coil - Katorisenko (蚊取り線香) – The famous spiral we use to scare away mosquitoes can be found in Japan by the name of Katorisenko. This spiral is basically an incense that contains an insecticide. There are even containers to put this death spiral in, one of them is a ceramic pig called kayaributa (蚊遣豚) proving that the pigs are on our side.
Electric Terminator - Denshikatoriki (電子蚊取り器) - You know those things we plugged in to kill the mosquitoes? This is the famous mosquito exterminator that leaves no odor in the house and eliminates the insects once and for all. There are several different models in Japan, portable, usb and liquid. Those who possess something resembling gum are called Katorimatto (蚊取りマット) and usually lasts for a night, while liquids that are in a container last up to months.
Electric Shock Racket – Dengeki satchū raketto (電撃殺虫ラケット) – You know those famous rackets that give shock? They can be found in Japan by this mentioned name. If you want other electronic options like light bulbs, just look for (Dengeki satchu) 電撃殺虫.
Bracelet Against Insects – Mushiyoke ringu 虫よけリング – They are rubber bracelets that scare away mosquitoes. They often contain lemon, eucalyptus, lavender and citronella oil. There are also keychain-type portable repellers.
Buying insect repellent products
There are thousands of insect repellents and products. First, you need to decide whether the product will be used to kill or prevent the presence of insects. There are also products that you can apply after insect bites, products that should be used indoors or outdoors, there are many choices. You also need to decide whether the repellent will be a spray or cream, or whether it will be natural or chemical (DEET).
Below is a list of repellents that you can check out:
- 虫よけムシガードプッシュ (Mushiyoke mushigādo pusshu)
- サラテクトマイルド (Saratekuto Mairudo)
- スキンガードエクストラ (Skin Guard Extra)
- オーガニックマドンナアロマガードミスト (Organic with aroma)
- お肌の虫よけミスト (Mushiyoke Mist)
- Coleman(コールマン) 虫よけナチュラルエッセンス (Natural Essence)
- 塗るタイプ (lotion gel)
Below we will leave a list of vocabulary that can help you choose your products:
| Japanese | Roumaji | Portuguese |
| 蚊 | ok | mosquito |
| 虫 | mushi | insect |
| 虫よけ/虫除け | mushi yoke | insect repellent |
| 虫さされ | mushi sasare | Bug bite |
| 防虫 | bouchuu | insect protection |
| かゆみ | kayumi | itch |
| 忌避 | kihi | avoid |
| 殺虫剤 | sacchuuzai | insecticide |
| 蚊取り | katori | remove mosquitoes |
| 天然成分 | tennen seibun | natural ingredients |
| 室内用 | shitsunaiyou | intern use |
| 屋外用 | okugaiyou | outdoor use |
| ジェル | jeru | gel |
| ローション | rooshon | lotion |
| クリーム | kuriimu | cream |
