Japan's 'foreigner condo' uproar and high-tech toilet boom: Our 5 most-read stories from last week

We've listed our five most read stories on The Mainichi news site, from top to bottom, that were published between January 17 ...

Latest high-tech Japanese toilets can check health via stool analysis

Users can even receive dietary advice based on analysis of their bowel movement. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Opinion

Japan’s toilet jokes are on you. Innovation is flourishing

Household names like Toto and Ajinomoto are finding success in unexpected niches like semiconductors. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

AI Stock Surge An Unlikely Boon For Japan Toilet Maker

Shares in Japanese toilet maker Toto, known for its high-tech bidet thrones, closed nearly 10 percent higher Thursday thanks to the company's unlikely link to the semiconductor supply chain.

Japanese high-tech toilet seats finally take off in US after decades of strain

KITAKYUSHU -- Japanese electronic bidet toilet seats including Toto Ltd.'s flagship product Washlet are finally gaining ...
Malay Mail

Japan’s smart toilets are getting to the bottom of your health

Famous for their innovative products, Japanese toilet makers have introduced new stool analysis technology to their products ...

Japan's second richest man 'drops' plan to spend $50 billion on buying American company after pursuing the deal for months

Japan's second-richest man, Masayoshi Son, has reportedly halted $50 billion acquisition talks for US data center firm Switch ...