One: The oldschool.
This thing looks like a urinal on the ground. You have to squat to use it unless urinating. I highly recommend finding another toilet because we gaijin are not used to that kind of posture. I have never and will never use one outside of a leak.
Two: The new school.
Japan is way ahead of us in crapper technology, that I know for sure. The Toto Washlet and all its versions are incredibly convenient. Many westerners have heard that it sprays water in your butt, and that is a very accurate ass-esment. Why would you want this? It cuts wiping time down to a fraction, and also helps women clean themselves as a bidet. If you've ever been sitting on the throne wiping all day, you'll wish you had one.
How to use: The button with a butt is for the butt, the red button is stop, and the woman button is for women. The one that looks like wind is a dryer. Don't touch the other ones as that will mess with angles.
When you're done, most modern toilets have a button on the wall that you can conveniently press with your foot. Newer and public toilets rarely have a western style flush these days.
Just a stupid little update, but it's a good thing to know when you're in Japan anyway.
