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A “transparency toilet” was recently rolled out in the Japanese city of Oita. When in use, the transparent window goes opaque. However, according to reports, the toilet can inadvertently expose those inside for all to see.P
As soon as someone steps inside the public toilet, a sensor causes the window to go opaque, creating privacy. In Japan, this style of restroom has been dubbed “smoke toilet” (スモークトイレ or sumooku toire).P
Courtesy of ANN News, you can see it in action:P
Public Toilet in Japan Accidentally Exposes Your Most Private Moments
No, it’s not necessary to jump into the restroom. Though, I do recommend it. For all restrooms, even. 2P
According to Oita Press, the opaque window can accidentally go back to being transparent. The reason for this is an unforeseen issue with the sensor: if there is no movement in the toilet for thirty-five seconds, then the sensor thinks the toilet is empty and the window privacy shade disappears.34P
The toilet was introduced earlier this year, and Oita Press mentions there has been at least one case in which the privacy screen vanished.P
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