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Entdecken Sie individuelle Einblicke in die Produktwelt von TOTO und das Leben und Arbeiten in einem japanischen Konzern.

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Anecdotes & Interesting Facts

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20/03/2024

Kaizen

People tend to strive for perfection – but this often includes pointing out other people’s inaccuracies and justifying one’s own mistakes. It’s different in Japan. People see perfection as a process, not a result. This powerful idea is expressed in the concept of “kaizen”.

Hygiene & Sustainability

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28/02/2024

Is WASHLET® suitable for children?

When I attend events and Japanese-themed evenings, people often ask me whether or not WASHLET® is right for children. The short answer: yes, for sure! Read my personal story to learn why WASHLET® is especially great for children.

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Bath & Wellness

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07/02/2024

What you always wanted to know about WASHLET® - but didn’t dare ask

There might be some questions that you’ve been too shy to ask – maybe on the topic of intimate cleansing or other questions about WASHLET®. Petra Sujatta has the answers.

Anecdotes & Interesting Facts

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17/01/2024

Japan, omotenashi and WASHLET®

The standards of hygiene in Japan are especially high – and these come from the country’s strong distinctive culture of bathing and cleanliness. But this isn’t the only reason. Omotenashi, another essential part of Japanese culture, is just as important.

Bath & Wellness

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27/12/2023

Life Anew – a new attitude towards life

Life Anew- it’s more than just the name of our blog. It’s the guiding principle behind every product TOTO makes. But what does Life Anew mean exactly?

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05/12/2023

Hygiene and shower toilets – what to look for when you buy

You have decided to buy a shower toilet or a toilet with bidet function? Now it's a matter of choosing the right product to ensure that all requirements are met, especially with regard to the best hygiene. We'll show you what's really important here.

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Anecdotes & Interesting Facts

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15/11/2023

Cinema tip for Japan fans: Perfect Days

We’ve all heard that happiness is enjoying the little things in life. This saying takes on a whole new meaning in the new film from Wim Wenders, called "Perfect Days”. Find out why TOTO makes an appearance in this movie.

Bath & Wellness

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25/10/2023

What is WASHLET®, anyway?

Maybe you’ve asked yourself: What is WASHLET® exactly? Put simply: It’s a shower toilet, a toilet with a bidet feature, or you may have heard it referred to as “the Japanese toilet”. But it’s much more than just that. Why? Keep reading to learn more.

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Hygiene & Sustainability

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25/10/2023

The touch-free guest bathroom

You’re finally ready and your place looks lovely. You’ve set the table, polished the glasses, prepared the meal, opened the wine, poured water in carafes. Once all this is done, the final thing to check before everyone arrives is the guest bathroom. Is it clean? Are there enough hand towels? What about toilet paper? Everything should be especially clean and hygienic to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and would be happy to return.

Anecdotes & Interesting Facts

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25/10/2023

The unique TOKYO TOILET PROJECT

TOTO showed their true colours as a pioneer in innovative concepts and products for public toilets in their collaboration on the unique Nippon Foundation project, the TOKYO TOILET PROJECT. Find out more about Nippon Foundation’s THE TOKYO TOILET project and the role TOTO and WASHLET® play in it.

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Bath & Wellness

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25.10.2023

What is WASHLET®, anyway?

Maybe you’ve asked yourself: What is WASHLET® exactly? Put simply: It’s a shower toilet, a toilet with a bidet feature, or you may have heard it referred to as “the Japanese toilet”. But it’s much more than just that. Why? Keep reading to learn more.

Hygiene & Sustainability

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25.10.2023

The touch-free guest bathroom

You’re finally ready and your place looks lovely. You’ve set the table, polished the glasses, prepared the meal, opened the wine, poured water in carafes. Once all this is done, the final thing to check before everyone arrives is the guest bathroom. Is it clean? Are there enough hand towels? What about toilet paper? Everything should be especially clean and hygienic to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and would be happy to return.

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Anecdotes & Interesting Facts

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25.10.2023

The unique TOKYO TOILET PROJECT

TOTO showed their true colours as a pioneer in innovative concepts and products for public toilets in their collaboration on the unique Nippon Foundation project, the TOKYO TOILET PROJECT. Find out more about Nippon Foundation’s THE TOKYO TOILET project and the role TOTO and WASHLET® play in it.

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