Why Do the Japanese Drink So Much Green Tea?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2018 report, the average age of a Japanese green tea drinker is 55, reflecting a deep-seated tradition passed down through generations. Historically and culturally, why do the Japanese drink so much green tea, and what makes it an integral part of their daily life?