1. Urinals in the Women's Restroom
In Japan, some women's bathrooms have a small urinal. This is intended to be used by young boys (accompanied by their mother).
Urinals in women's washrooms have scared many a female traveler into thinking she has walked into the men's room.
2. Puke sinks
In Japan, some izakaya and bars have special sinks for vomiting.
3. Open concept men's washrooms
Men's washrooms (particularly the outdoor variety) are sometimes open concept (no walls). The logic is that nobody has any interest in peeping in to the men's washroom.
4. Small toilets
In Japan, some public restrooms have one very small toilet. It's for kids.
5. Vending Machines
You can buy virtually anything from a vending machine in Japan. There's often a vending machine in public restrooms.
(Sanitary napkins, adult diapers and nylons for sale at a women's restroom at Meiji Shrine)
6. Toilet Engrish
Signs in public restrooms in Japan are often filled with charming Engrish.
(Naive Lady Toilet Paper)
In addition to engrish, many Japanese toilet signs are a little mysterious or excessively cute.
7. Electronic Toilets
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