Japanese toilet - on the edge of science

The country of the Rising Sun without any stretch can be called the birthplace of high technology. Moreover, these same technologies are being introduced into all spheres of life, without exception, including in everyday life. As a result, even the simplest at first glance objects turn into multifunctional devices, making human life much more comfortable. The Japanese toilet is a classic example of this introduction of science into everyday life.

About the advantages of electronic toilets

It is even incorrect to compare electronic Japanese toilets with conventional plumbing fixtures, in terms of functionality they are an order of magnitude better than conventional toilets.

The latest high-tech models feature:

• seat heating function - this can be considered the basic function of all modern toilet bowls;

• sensors that allow you to automatically open / close the lid when a person approaches a plumbing fixture;
• electronic toilets replace the usual bidet;
• nozzles can change the water pressure, due to the possibility of adjusting the angle of inclination of them, hydromassage can be performed;
• a compact water heater can be installed in the lid, so that even with problems with hot water supply, the water will be warm;
• after ablution, a warm stream of air will dry the body very quickly, and the lid itself will close after the person leaves the toilet bowl;

• In such devices, special attention is paid to compliance with sanitary standards. The disinfection function will allow you to constantly keep the toilet bowl in perfect cleanliness;
• some models can play music;
• high-tech models even take into account the difference between the male and female body. That is, the hydromassage mode changes.

As a result, the toilet does not even need to touch your hands, and the almost sterile cleanliness of the sanitary appliance will satisfy the most demanding customers.

As for the shortcomings, there are not so many of them, except that:

• fairly high cost. But this is understandable, because you have to pay not only for the toilet itself, but also for the electronic filling;
• the complexity of the repair, if the usual toilet can be repaired with your own hands, then with an electronic such number will not work. It will take either a call to experts, or a complete replacement of the filling.

Note! If the electronics break down, there is no need to replace the entire toilet bowl. The filling is placed in the lid, so replacing it will allow the device to be restored.

More about electronic plumbing

Some people are convinced that buying an electronic toilet is no more than a way to stand out from the crowd and emphasize its status; this is a completely wrong idea. Statistics say that a person from his entire life in the restroom spends up to 2-3 years, so it makes sense to take care of comfort.

What do the doctors say

Experts agree that the use of "smart toilets" is not only not harmful, but contributes to the promotion of human health.

Such devices can be considered especially useful for some categories of people:

• office workers and other occupations that suggest a sedentary lifestyle;
• people suffering from a number of diseases, such as hemorrhoids, etc .;
• if the family has a small child, then electronic plumbing will allow to accustom him to the toilet without any problems. Yes, and with washing after the departure of natural needs problems will be much less.

In general, smart toilet bowls can be recommended to all categories of the population without exception. The only limiting factor is the price, otherwise such devices would have appeared in each apartment for a long time.

Types of electronic plumbing for restroom

When choosing plumbing, you can go two ways:

• purchase an electronic toilet immediately;
• if the budget does not allow, you can buy ordinary plumbing, and after a while just replace the cover. There are covers with a bidet function on the market, all the electronics are located directly in the cover, so that almost any toilet can be turned into a smart one.

The functions of such covers are absolutely identical to “smart” toilet bowls, they can make a hydromassage, wash, and seat heating is considered a basic function. It is also important that the installation can be performed independently.

Installation instructions are as follows:

• a mounting plate is included in the delivery package, it is fixed on the toilet above the mounting holes and fixed;

• the lid is inserted into the corresponding grooves and retracted until it stops; if everything is done correctly, a characteristic click is heard;
• at the last stage, the lid-bide slightly lifts upwards and towards itself.

Features of the Japanese sanitary ware

Of particular interest are additional features, in particular, the hydromassage mode, the washing function and the features of the Japanese toilet as a whole.

Japanese manufacturers (and European ones) provide in such devices wide settings for the washing and hydromassage mode, this is achieved by adjusting the operating mode and the position of the nozzle:

• the nozzle can be extended to different lengths, control is implemented from the console;

• when washing, the automatic reverse-forward nozzle oscillation is implemented;
• by adjusting the hole, it is possible to control the water jet. For example, a soft wash uses a constant-pressure water jet that covers a large area of ​​the human body;

• with improved washing and hydromassage, the water pressure will change, that is, the jet pulsates. In some models there is a function of the curl jet.

Note! The nozzle is cleaned independently every time after the person leaves the toilet.

Electronic Japanese toilets are also equipped with a sound module. Such devices can be programmed in such a way that when visiting the restroom you will be greeted by the sound of the river, bird singing or just the soothing sounds of the forest.

As for the shape of the bowl, then here, manufacturers strive for perfection. Particular attention is paid to the form and internal coating. The placement of the nozzles through which the flush is performed is organized in such a way that a powerful whirlpool almost perfectly cleans the toilet bowl.

The inner coating is resistant to mechanical coatings and has a low roughness, so that human waste does not linger on its surface.

Popular Japanese manufacturers

There are several companies among Japanese manufacturers. The leader, of course, is TOTO, electronic toilets and lids with the function of a bidet from this manufacturer have a complete set of the above functions.

Such companies as Toshiba, Roca Multiclin, SensPa can also be noted. The set of functions they have is comparable with the products of TOTO, and the main difference lies in the cost. For example, the price of the model TOTO Neorest AH2W is about 300,000 rubles. An analogue with a slightly smaller set of functions - the SensPa Princess PB-707S model will cost 130,000 rubles.

Comparison with European manufacturers, if used as a criterion of value, will always be not in favor of Japanese companies. But this is a payment for uncompromising comfort and reliability, and, of course, there was no extra charge for the name of the company.

In conclusion

The label Made in Japan can be considered a sign of high quality and reliability, toilets are no exception. Japanese plumbing is highly reliable and has a rich set of additional functions, so that human health is in safe hands.

The video in this article shows an example of a TOTO toilet.