寒暖差 / temperature difference
寒暖差 (kandansa) refers to the difference between cold and warm temperatures, especially noticeable when the weather shifts dramatically between day and night or between seasons. In Japan, large 寒暖差 is often linked to health concerns like colds or fatigue, so people are advised to dress in layers and stay aware of the forecast. It’s a common topic in both daily conversation and weather reports.
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