For families worried about elderly parents who hesitate to use air conditioning.
In Japan, heatstroke among elderly people has become a serious concern.
According to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency, elderly people accounted for about 57% of heatstroke emergency transports, and homes were the most common location, at about 38% from May to September 2025.
Of course, using air conditioning and staying in a cool environment is the most important measure.
Regular communication and care from family members are also essential.
But for families living apart from their parents, there is another practical step to consider:
high heat-shielding sheer curtains for the family home.
They cannot replace air conditioning.
They are not a complete solution on their own.
However, once installed, they require no operation and can help reduce indoor temperature rise caused by heat entering through windows.
That makes them an easy-to-adopt interior solution for elderly households.
Local interior specialty stores can also support measuring, installation, and aftercare.
For families living far away, having a trusted professional nearby can bring real peace of mind.
Interior products and interior specialty stores can play a role in addressing everyday social issues.
Before the full summer heat arrives, it may be time to review the windows in your family home. ──────────────────
Featured products High heat-shielding sheer curtains from ASWAN’s
AUTHENSE and Febreze Curtain collections.
Functions include: High heat shielding, flame retardancy, washability, UV cut, Shadow Off Class A, mirror effect.
Some Febreze Curtain items also feature antibacterial and anti-odor performance.
For more details, please visit “AUTHENSE” or “Febreze Curtain” from the link in our profile @aswan_jp.
Febreze is a trademark of The Procter & Gamble Company, used under license.