2.Japanese toilets: innovation from Asia
If you have traveled to Japan, you have surely come across these famous high-tech toilets . They work with a water jet that completely replaces the use of paper.
Why adopt this technology?
- Optimal hygiene thanks to water cleaning
- Save paper and reduce waste
- Less skin irritation
The cost of installation can be a deterrent , but adaptable kits can transform a classic toilet into a Japanese version for around a hundred euros .
3.The return of traditional methods
3.The return of traditional methods
Before the invention of toilet paper, different techniques were used:
- Bidets , once very popular in France, are making a comeback. With a simple jet of water, they guarantee impeccable cleanliness without generating waste .
- Washable cloths , already adopted by some zero waste households, are an economical and ecological option . However, their maintenance requires a little more organization .
Towards an inevitable transition?
Far from being a simple fashion phenomenon, these alternatives respond to real concerns: hygiene, economy and ecology . More and more households are adopting more sustainable solutions, and at this rate, toilet paper could well become marginal within a few decades .
So, are you ready to trade in your usual roller for a more innovative solution?
