Every country boasts its unique charm, whether it’s the people, the food, the nature, or anything else, for that matter, that creates it. And while what captivates people the most differs from visitor to visitor, some places seem to leave many of them fascinated with what they’ve seen or experienced.
One of such places, likely to leave its visitors in awe, is Japan. Home to everything from bustling cities to breathtaking nature, and so much more, it also surprises travelers with some rather unexpected sights, such as fried chicken vending machines and public air showers for those suffering from pollen allergies, just to name a couple. Scroll down to find more examples and explore what other unique features add to the charm of Japan.
#23 Door Latch That Doubles As An Accessories' Holder At A Public Restroom In Japan. Simple Concept, Straightforward Design, Elegant Execution

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If Japan seems as fascinating to you as it is to many travelers out there, continue browsing related content by familiarizing yourself with these Japanese inventions or read these 50 facts that show that ‘the land of the rising sun’ is truly unlike any other.
#24 Etiquette Poster "Please Turn Down Your Volume" In Seibu Railway, Japan

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#26 These Movie Tickets From The Ghibli Museum Are Frames From Different Ghibli Movies

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#28 Some Elevators In Japan Include An Emergency Kit On The Corner, That Includes Things Like Water, Food And Even Mini-Toilet In Case Of Blackouts Or Earthquakes

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#32 KitKat In Japan Have Started Changing Their Packaging From Plastic To Paper

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#34 The Pet Hotel We Used Makes A Journal Of Your Pet's Stay To Give To You When You Pick Them Up

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#35 This Is How Smartphones At Local Japanese Fast Food Restaurants Are Disinfected

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#37 This Starbucks In Kyoto Was Only Allowed In This Area Because They Were Able To Keep The Original Facade Of The Building Intact

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#38 I Thought I Was Smart Avoiding The Crowds By Visiting The Bamboo Forest At 10 PM. I Only Managed To Scare Myself And Bail Without Entering Very Far. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto

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#40 Monkeys Enjoying A Hot-Spring Bath At Jigokudani Park In Yamanouchi (Nagano Prefecture)

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