Japanese toilet

Naturally, different countries have different cultures! One of the things related to culture is the “toilet situation.” You may ask, “Isn’t a restroom always the same in every country?” What about it? We asked Australian men, American men, and Italian women visiting Japan, how they felt as foreigners when it came to Japanese toilets, especially those that they had never seen before coming to Japan. We also asked about the difference from their home country. (The following reflects the…

There are plenty of weird things in Japan to see, and the Japanese toilets don't disappoint. Learn about the differences, features and funny signage.

If you have access to a high-tech Japanese toilet, all of the features might be a little overwhelming (especially if it's written in Japanese). This guide will show you what each button and feature does, and other insights.

When it comes to toilets, Japan presents several paradoxes. On the one hand, public toilets are ubiquitous, easy to access and, for the most part, quite clean. On the other hand, they can also be primitive, or at least to a Western sensibility.

Confused as to how to use that sink in the ground? Here's a no-embarrassment guide for using squat toilets in Japan and all around the world!

Find out what a Japanese toilet is, how it works and why they are different. We explore all their features and where you can buy one for your own home.

Seemed to have functional plumbing too, but I didn't want to test it. Also, in hindsight, I'm not sure I would have known how to, either.

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