This country has made it mandatory by law to laugh once a day!
Laughter is said to be good for health and longevity. But is there a place where it is mandatory to laugh at least once a day? Yes, there is.
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Yamagata
This rule applies to the residents of Yamagata Prefecture in Japan. An ordinance has been passed there directing citizens to laugh at least once a day.
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Ordinance
The local government in northern Yamagata Prefecture passed this ordinance last week.
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Once a Day
According to this, people are told to laugh at least once a day. Various companies are also instructed to create an atmosphere filled with laughter and happiness.
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Laughter and Health
According to Japanese media reports, the aim of this laughter scheme is to improve people's health.
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Research
The ordinance was passed last week based on research conducted by the Faculty of Medicine at Yamagata University.
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Heart Disease Risk
The study also found that laughter reduces the risk of heart disease.
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Opposition
However, there are also those who oppose the law. They argue that laughing or not laughing is a personal choice.