Water Shortage Drives 'Heated Argument' Costs to $650 per Session. Candidates Pivot to 'Air Splashing' but Face Bankruptcy from Consultant Fees
Due to water shortages, the cost of the campaign staple 'mizukake-ron' (water-throwing argument) has soared to 100,000 yen per session. Campaigns have adopted 'Air Splashing,' where they vigorously flick their wrists at empty air without using water. However, expensive 'motion coaching' fees from veteran consultants claiming to offer 'more realistic spray effects' are draining campaign funds faster than using actual water ever did.