naoto fukasawa toilet for panasonic electronic works

automatic self-cleaning toilet
at milan design week 2010 panasonic electric works showcased their new line of
fully automatic self-cleaning toilets made of organic glass developed in collaboration
with naoto fukasawa. the easy-to-install toilets incorporate innovative heat recycling
with technologies for water and energy saving.
consisting of a sensor and light, the toilet lid opens when users are near.
the toilet saves approximately 66% of water per year with its flushing system
compared with regular toilets.

the control panel of the toilet which provides users with numerous options
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self cleaning toilet

the water tank inside the toilet
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amount of water saved per year
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