Not No Suit No Tie Guy

What goes on when the weather gets hot in Japan? More people wearing yukata are seen. Pocket-size towels and stylish handkerchiefs for the humidity. And clothes come off, for the annual Cool Biz campaign. Of course, the Prime Minister sets an example for the government-led effort. Or does he?



The Cool Biz campaign began in 2005. By wearing less in the office, company air conditioners can be set at a higher temperature. Previous Prime Ministers have been a little more enthusiastic about giving up the necktie than  current Prime Minister 71-year-old Yasuo Fukuda.  READ MORE