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Feb 03 2005 5 Comments

Balladeering bowl

Whilst the Japanese style toilet remains a rather primitive contraption, the new Western style thrones are packed with more gadgets than you can shake a stick at.

A washing and drying service is now almost standard, and some of the flashier designs come with movement masking sound effects. And the heated seat option is a much sought after luxury in the cold winter months.

But Toto Limited has raised the bar even higher with their “New Neorest” series. The company claims that it’s the first toilet in the world to release an aroma and play soothing music. Plus of course the usual washing and drying facilities.

high-tech musical toilet

So for those having a bit of a tough time on the toilet, they can now happily mask their efforts with both music and smell. Then finish proceedings off with a nice wash and dry. Leaving the bathroom fumigated, fresh, and free from embarrassment.

Categorized: Technology Stuff

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  1. Brett says

    2/3/2005 at 2:10 pm

    Ground control to Major Tom.
    Press the flush button and put your trousers on.

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  2. Knight of The Rose says

    2/3/2005 at 5:51 pm

    That’s really a great and practical invention. Serious.

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  3. Jen says

    2/4/2005 at 7:13 am

    Intereeesting… the Japanese are so smart!

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  4. Ron says

    2/6/2005 at 2:22 am

    I should have been born in Japan. Seriously, my creative imagination is wasted out here.

    Lee, I propose you suggest yet another innovation – arse massage toilet!

    I mean after the music and aroma, and wash and dry, folks could sit a bit longer reading periodicals or what have you; while smooth tentacles come out and gently massage the arse.

    How ’bout that?

    As usual, we split 50/50 on the profits you get from selling this idea. A deal you can’t let go. Yeah?

    Cheers!

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  5. Lani says

    2/22/2005 at 12:12 am

    I’m definitely travelling to Japan!! 😀

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