Filed under: Green Tech Usually, the Japanese put the U.S. (and most of the Western world) to shame when it comes to top-notch tech.

Filed under: Green Tech

Usually, the Japanese put the U.S. (and most of the Western world) to shame when it comes to top-notch tech. They’ve got all the advanced robots, phones with crazy features, and of course, mind-blowing toilets.

While we’re stuck with water-wasting, cold and emotionless porcelain devices that do nothing other than flush away human waste, the Japanese get lavatories with automatic, heated seats, rising when you approach and lowering when you’re done with your “business.” Most have spray arms for cleaning, and hot air vents to keep things dry. Some advanced models even come with automatic air deodorizers, sound systems for drowning out those unpleasant noises, and even the ability to test urine for medical conditions.

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