13 Photos That Prove Japan Is Not Like Any Other Country
Japanese culture is absolutely incomparable to
any in our Western world. Their deeply rooted politeness, precision, and
dedication to work are rarely seen anywhere else.
And though you might know Japan as a home to
anime, sumo wrestlers, cherry blossoms and bullet trains, their ingenuity shows
in many other aspects of their daily lives. Starting with extremely innovative
toilets and vending machines filled with fresh farm eggs, to the unique system
of Tokyo subway and drainage canals swarming with Koi fish. These are just a
particle of the interesting facts about Japanese culture. Actually, there are
so many that this one post couldn't fit them all. Bored Panda has compiled some
of the weirdest inventions, cultural practices and amazing facts about Japan
that will make this country your go-to destination.
1. Bus Drivers In Japan Were On Strike But Continued Driving Their
Routes While Refusing To Take Fares From Passengers
2. Drink Cans Have Names Written In Braille On The Top
3. Japanese Fans Stayed Behind After The FIFA World Cup 2014 Match
To Help Clean Up
4. There Are Baby Seats Attached To The Wall In Most Bathrooms
5. You Can Often Find This Kind Of Toilet In Japan. Wash Your
Hands And Reuse The Water For Your Next Flush
6. Japan's Manhole Covers Are Beautiful
7. Most Japanese Schools Don't Have Custodians. Instead, The
Students Do The Cleaning Themselves As A Part Of Showing Gratitude To The
School And Learning How To Become More Productive Members Of Society
8. The Note In Japanese Says, "I Accidentally Knocked Over
Your Bike And Broke The Bell. I Am Very Sorry"
9. This Is How Smooth The Bullet Train Is In Japan
10. Koi Fishes Even Live In Drainage Channels In Japan
11. Another Reason Why I Love Japan
12. This Toilet In Japan Has A System Of Occupied/Vacant Toilets
Information
13. At Narita International Airport (Tokyo) They Give You Free
Origami Instead Of Candy
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