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.
#21 This Shopping Center In Japan Has Free Refrigerated Lockers For Your Perishables So You Can Keep Shopping After You Get Your Groceries

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#22 At Narita International Airport (Tokyo) They Give You Free Origami Instead Of Candy

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#27 In Japan, The Ground Crew Bows And Waves Goodbye To The Departing Aircraft

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#30 Ordered This From Japan And It Came With A Little Note And Origami Crane

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#32 Toreiyu Tsubasa Train In Japan Is Equipped With Footbaths So You Can Enjoy A Relaxing Trip

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#33 Japanese Often Line Up For Buses, Trains, Restaurants Or Shops And Can Wait In Lines For Long Periods Of Time. Kids Learn How To Line Up As Early As Kindergarten As It Teaches Self-Discipline, Cooperation And Respect

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#35 Tokyo Train Company Tsukuba Express Apologized For 20-Second-Early Departure

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#36 This Lift In Japan Has A Seat That Can Be Used As A Toilet In An Emergency

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#37 Restaurants In Japan Display Fake Food That Looks Just Like The Real One From The Menu

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#39 There Are Over 300 Scramble Intersections In Japan Where You Can Cross A Street Diagonally

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#40 At Some Tourist Spots In Japan There Are Stands To Hold Your Smartphone So You Can Take Good Selfies

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