Japanese toilets
Famous Asakusa tourist site has a very public place to pee…for those who know where to find it.
Perfect Days and The Tokyo Toilet project see Shibuya’s public restrooms awash with visitors.
Ingenious two-step process allows you to clean your hands and your smartphone at the same time.
From recycled paper to plush multi-ply, and guess what? There’s a smartphone game for you to try too!
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