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		ramchip on Nov 7, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Why Tokyo Works It depends where in Japan. Homes in Tokyo are poorly insulated. Homes in Hokkaido are usually pretty decent.

presentation on Nov 7, 2021 [–]

Yep, it doesn’t get that cold in Tokyo so there’s less incentive.

fomine3 on Nov 8, 2021 | [–]

Since Japan import all fuels, insulating must be higher priority but still isn't.

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