Japan is known for its futuristic inventions. And while some are brilliant and make us wonder why we can’t have one, others are a little wacky.
The Japanese also tend to be more organized (or at least value tidiness more).
So from baby holders to vacuums that empty themselves, let these 50 Japanese inventions blow your mind.
Each statue in this crypt represents a dead person whose remains are kept behind the wall. Each receptacle is connected to an identification card and the statues emit a different color when someone visits them.
More importantly, it takes up a lot less space than burying people underground.
Some of their toilets let you wash your hands over the tank so it can be reused in the next flush
They have smartphone wipe dispensers so you can keep your phone free of germs.
4. The vacuum that tends to itself
This robotic vacuum also cleans itself by returning to a station to empty out dust and dirt when it’s full
We not only want to own this but to play with it all day long!
6. Automating personalization
Machines generate handwritten text so you look like you took the time to write a letter.
7. The down-low on your dog
They’ve invented an emotion detector for dogs that measures their heart rate so you know how stimuli affects your pup.
8. Oh, the possibilities!
You can find machines that recycle shredded office paper into toilet paper.
They have face covers in fitting rooms so you don’t get oil or makeup on clothing you haven’t purchased
Their manhole covers that are both functional and beautiful.
Parents can find baby holders in public bathroom stalls so they can use both hands
12. Sanctioned jaywalking
They have over 300 scramble intersections that allow pedestrians to cross the street diagonally.
Not only do people park inside the lines, they all back into their spots to make parking lots safer.
14. Making things easier on the elderly
ATMs have cane holders to accommodate Japan’s aging populating.
15. Sophisticated scanners
Supermarkets have object scanners that reduce the need for stickers and bar codes.
Tourist attractions have phone stands so you can take a timed photo that isn’t a terrible selfie.
Japanese toilets will wash and warm your bum as well as play music or white noise so no one can hear your business/
18. Mobile desk and power.
You can buy a lightweight “Transformer” bag that turns into a stand for laptops, sheet music, etc.
They have a system that shows which bathroom stalls are vacant or occupied so you don’t have to peer under every door.
They have vending machines for everything – including hot food, umbrellas, produce, and medicine.
Ceiling fans distribute heat so it doesn’t just shoot down into one spot.
22. Fresh air for fresh ideas
Someone built a school with a rooftop play space so kids can run around outside during the day.
They’ve installed automatic plate-clearers in some restaurants.
Self-service solo dining cubicles are a model of efficiency and the ultimate in not dealing with other humans.
This infrared calorie scanner helps people manage their diets (within an accuracy range of 20%).
26. Stairs that make sense
Not only are there separate staircases for those going up or down but people actually follow the rules!
27. Get judged while you work out!
They sell dual exercise machines for owners and their pets.
Someone created a voice-activated refrigerator that comes to you when you call it.
Workers use wearable robotic exoskeleton to help lift heavy objects.
They have a hands- and effort-free shirt wrinkle remover that eliminates the need to iron.
They are collecting data about chewing via a device that hangs on your ear – it also tells you what animal you chew like.
32. A whole new stick of butter
Someone created a portable butter stick, just because.
Japanese bullet trains that are so smooth you can balance a coin on its side during a ride.
Underground farms and gardens help people cultivate crops in a controlled space beneath busy cities.
Drink cans have information in braille on top to help those with sight issues.
Gum comes with little pieces of paper to wrap them in when you’re done so nothing gets sticky.
37. A welcome sight on a rainy day
Free umbrella lockers can be found in shopping centers so you don’t have to carry one around with you and potentially lose it.
Shopping centers have free refrigerated produce lockers so you can store your perishable items while you do more shopping.
Hotel lamps light up on one side in case someone wants to read but the other wants to sleep.
40. Color-coded baggage claim
Airports organize luggage in a way that actually helps you find your bag.
41. Safety without the slip
Ergonomic railings keeps your hand from sliding.
Some tall buildings have elevator signs that light up when it’s raining so you don’t have to go all the way back up for your umbrella.
43. See what you’re getting into
Hospitals have sets of reading glasses with different prescriptions to help people fill out forms.
Some roadside channels full of koi fish – and they stay alive because roads are clean.
A beverage company expanded it’s offerings to include vending machines with free umbrellas for those caught in the rain.
Some lifts have an emergency seat/toilet/supply stash in case of disasters.
Some taxis have a button that allows you to request a slower ride.
48. Teaching responsibility
Instead of having janitors, Japanese students tidy their schools to learn responsibility and respect for their surroundings
49. Big bags, no back pain
A company sells robotic luggage that follows you around instead of having to be dragged along.
50. Keeping spots free for the handicapped
Parking spots for the disabled can only be opened with a special key card that you have to apply for so no one can steal the spots.
So which Japanese innovation is your favorite?
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Japan is known for its futuristic inventions. And while some are brilliant and make us wonder why we can’t have one, others are a little wacky.
The Japanese also tend to be more organized (or at least value tidiness more).
So from baby holders to vacuums that empty themselves, let these 50 Japanese inventions blow your mind.
