Why is milk so popular in Japan?
                                
                                
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                                While traditionally not a staple, a 2016 survey found that Japanese dairy consumers were more likely to have adequate nutritional intake, particularly for calcium, than non-dairy consumers. The meteoric rise of why milk is so popular in Japan is a story of government health initiatives, postwar westernization, and a unique appreciation for its high-quality, creamy taste.