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50 Japanese Inventions That Show Off How Distinct The Country Is From Any Other Place

50 Japanese Inventions That Show Off How Distinct The Country Is From Any Other Place

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Often, when we see a particularly innovative or cute design, our brains jump to ‘Japan.’ The East Asian nation has a well-deserved reputation for clever designs and blending the traditional and modern. 
Scroll down and enjoy this peak into some of the most unique ways that Japan does things. Visitors tend to come away with stories of technological wonders and adorable devices. Check out the neatest ideas you can find in Japan and be sure to upvote your favorites and let us know which you would love to see in your country. 
We had the opportunity to speak to two seasoned travelers about Japan and ask some questions regarding travel tips and Japanese culture.
If you enjoy learning more about the 'Land of Rising Sun,’ be sure to check out Bored Panda’s other articles in this series here, here and here!

#21 Pikachu-Themed Train In Japan

Pikachu-Themed Train In Japan
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#22 A Fire Hydrant In Tokyo, Japan

A Fire Hydrant In Tokyo, Japan
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#23 Probably The Most Beautiful Hotel I Have Ever Been Too. Aizu Ashinomaki Onsen, Okawaso, Fukushima

Probably The Most Beautiful Hotel I Have Ever Been Too. Aizu Ashinomaki Onsen, Okawaso, Fukushima
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#24 I Found This Locker Area In A Science Museum. Nagoya, Japan

I Found This Locker Area In A Science Museum. Nagoya, Japan
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#25 This Bakery In Japan Puts Their Leftover Bread In A Vending Machine To Sell After Hours

This Bakery In Japan Puts Their Leftover Bread In A Vending Machine To Sell After Hours
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#26 In Japan, There's A Privacy Button That Plays Sound In The Background Of The Toilet So That No One Would Hear Your Business

In Japan, There's A Privacy Button That Plays Sound In The Background Of The Toilet So That No One Would Hear Your Business
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#27 3D Coffee Art

3D Coffee Art
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#28 There Was A Sales Car Of KFC Without Any Salesman

There Was A Sales Car Of KFC Without Any Salesman
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#29 A Chopstick Store In Kappabashi Street, Tokyo

A Chopstick Store In Kappabashi Street, Tokyo
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#30 This Phone Booth In Osaka

This Phone Booth In Osaka
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#31 The Trains In Japan Have "Women Only" Space

The Trains In Japan Have "Women Only" Space
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#32 This Japanese Restaurant Has A Tiny Mountain Fuji In The Base Of Their Glasses

This Japanese Restaurant Has A Tiny Mountain Fuji In The Base Of Their Glasses
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#33 The Japanese Government Sends A Care Package If You Have Covid. This Is For A Family Of 2 In Tokyo

The Japanese Government Sends A Care Package If You Have Covid. This Is For A Family Of 2 In Tokyo
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#34 Taking Historic Architecture Into Account When Adding Vending Machines

Taking Historic Architecture Into Account When Adding Vending Machines
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#35 This Toilet Refills With Water For Flushing As You Wash Your Hands

This Toilet Refills With Water For Flushing As You Wash Your Hands
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#36 Curved Escalator In Japan

Curved Escalator In Japan
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#37 Speaker Shrine In Japan That You Can Bluetooth Your Own Audio To

Speaker Shrine In Japan That You Can Bluetooth Your Own Audio To
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#38 This Hook-Shaped Restroom Door Handle So You Wouldn't Need To Use Your Hands

This Hook-Shaped Restroom Door Handle So You Wouldn't Need To Use Your Hands
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#39 Train Seats In Osaka Have This Pattern To Remind You To Offer Your Seat To The People That Need It More

Train Seats In Osaka Have This Pattern To Remind You To Offer Your Seat To The People That Need It More
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#40 Sewer Cover In Osaka, Japan

Sewer Cover In Osaka, Japan
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