Japan’s technological advancements are known far and wide. With the Japanese way of incorporating the cool, bizarre, and kawaii in their craft, the little things that make big changes are often forgotten, because of more attention-grabbing new discoveries. Here are the top 5 innovations and technologies of everyday necessities, which prove how Japan make ordinary things extraordinary.
Bullet Train
While trains are common in a lot of places, there’s nothing more common than the Shinkansen, which literally means ‘New Trunk Line’, or the ‘Bullet Train’. The world’s first high speed rail system, it is also the world’s busiest high-speed rail line. The Bullet train offers reduced travel time, travel cost, traffic congestion and air pollution, as well as being one of the safest form of transportation.
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High-tech Toilet
Going to the toilet is dirty work. Literally. But in Japan, it doesn’t have to be. With features like water jet, blow dryer, automatic lid opening and automatic flushing, all of these and more can be done with just a push of a button. You might be thinking ‘I don’t really need the massage options though,’ and yes, maybe you don’t, but the heated seats would come in handy during winter.
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Vending Machines
Vending Machines in Japan is almost like its trademark, a peek into the daily lives of the Japanese people. With weird and awesome uses, vending machines give out things of all shapes and sizes: from the standard cold and warm beverages to ready-made snacks; from customizable hot dishes to homemade meals; and even umbrellas and cars. The vending machines of today sure promise that you won’t need to worry about ever running out of whatever you need.
Mamachari
It wouldn’t be Japan if it wasn’t so extra. Bikes in Japan is unlike bikes from other countries because it is customized to fit their lifestyle. The Mamachari is a bike that literally translates to ‘Mama’, meaning mother, and ‘Chari’, a term for bicycle. The Mamachari is usually used by moms who take care of chores such as picking up kids or getting groceries. The practicality of the Mamachari doesn’t stop there as it also comes with electric assistance, helping you ride easily despite heavy baggage or going uphill.
Robots
Robots in Japan are now being used for service. As it paves the way in using robots for day to day use, Japan is making the public accustomed to robots as they introduce establishments that makes use of robots. Robots are now chefs in restaurants, baristas in cafés, receptionists in hotels, and even home cleaners.
What other ordinary object can Japan transform into something extraordinary?
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