Interesting facts about Japanese apartments (10 photos)

Japan seems strange and unusual to Europeans - in fact, like other Asian countries. And learning something new about life in this country is sometimes quite interesting. Therefore, here we decided to collect some interesting facts about Japanese apartments.

Kitchens in Japanese apartments are usually quite small. Therefore, the Japanese actively use various storage systems and numerous organizers to optimize space.





It is customary to invite only close people to the apartment. Simply put, such an invitation is a sign of maximum trust in you.



Speaking of the small size of kitchens, you won’t find ovens in them (most often). Usually the Japanese use microwaves.





Such racks are very helpful for the Japanese, as they protect furniture from falling during earthquakes, which are often observed in this country.



A toilet combined with a sink is an interesting invention that allows you to use water wisely.



The Japanese take a bath by controlling the water temperature from the remote control. Interestingly, after bathing, the water is flushed into the toilet.



Using a mattress rather than a bed or sofa helps the Japanese save space in their apartment.



The Japanese always give guests slippers.



Many Japanese do not sleep on pillows, but on special bamboo products that are comfortable to hug. In addition, air circulates in them, which saves you from the heat in summer.



In kitchens you can often find various additional storage spaces - for example, under the floor.