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Let's talk about toilets
November 06, 2007
I don't think we've discussed this topic yet, so we're a bit overdue. When you walk into a bathroom, you might not always find a toilet that looks like what you would expect. It's always a good idea to check for signs on the doors. Like these:
You probably want to go into the door on the left. Because if you were to enter the door on the right, you would find something that looks like this:
And that isn't usually what I expect to find when entering a bathroom. Apparently this is a traditional Japanese toilet. I did get the honor of trying this type out once when there was no other option. I think I'll stick to the Western style.
As long as we're talking about Western style toilets, I might as well mention that when you do find them (especially in residences), they are often pretty high tech. Who knew toilets could have features? These have jets to wash yourself after you do your business-- spray, pulse, changing angles for cleaning um, different parts. Then the thing blow dries you off... Some play music or make a water sound if you need help getting started or some cover to finish up. We've got automatic flushing, automatic toilet lid closing, deodorizing and sanitizing. They've thought of everything! I had no idea.
And last but not least. I think I have previously mentioned how kid-friendly this society seems to be on a whole. But when we were at a kids place I noticed a 3rd sign on one of the stalls that didn't correspond to the 2 I am familiar with in the picture above. When I checked out this stall I found what I can only assume to be a child height toilet! 
Posted by Kimberly at November 6, 2007 01:14 PM
Comments
Never thought I'd say this but that's a very cute toilet.
Posted by: Catlin at November 6, 2007 05:42 PM
This post is awesome! I wish we had more topical & educational posts like this!
Posted by: Josh Murphy at November 7, 2007 08:54 AM