Laughter is good for you: Japanese city makes it a must

 
In a strange but fun move, the city of Yamagata in Japan has made laughter a daily requirement. The government has passed a law that says people must laugh at least once a day to stay healthy, both physically and mentally.

The law was passed after research from a local university revealed the numerous health benefits of laughter. Companies and offices are also getting in on the action, creating a laughter-friendly environment for their employees. And to top it all off, the eighth day of every month will be celebrated as ‘Laughter Day.’
 
But not everybody finds it funny. Politicians who disagree with the law say it violates people’s constitutional rights. “Laughter is a fundamental human right, and the government can’t dictate when and how we laugh.” They argue.
 
 
But not everyone is happy about it. Some politicians are saying the law is wrong. “Laughter is a fundamental human right, and the government can’t dictate when and how we laugh,” they argue.
Yamagata City is firm on making laughter a priority. This unique law might just spark a global trend. Laughter truly is the best medicine, they say.