Fight Humidity and Mold during the summer months with Shikke tori 湿気取り -Absorbent Packs
Channel: WOW THAT'S JAPAN 2
Date: 2020-06-13

June 14, 2020

Hi everyone!  It's the rainy season here in Japan.  This video will show you what you need to get to prevent mold in your house.  Shikke tori are plastic container packs have to chambersthat contain absorbent pellets that look like snowballs or bit of styrofoam and a chamber for capturing moisture.  
Shikke tori is sold at drugstores, convenience stores, homecenters, supermarkets.  A pack of 3 costs about 158 yen or more.  They typically last from 3-6 months or till it's full of water.
You can also get shikke tori for clothes and shoes.
While living in Japan during the summer months, wipe down wet surfaces and keep the air ventilation running 24/7.  Open your windows to let air recycle but don't leave them open all day!  



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