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Survival Tips

Cash, ATMs, emergencies, and getting unstuck politely.

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  1. Survival Tips

    Japanese Toilets: The Full Washlet Button Guide

    The high-tech washlet has dozens of unlabeled buttons. Here's what each one does — so you can use it without accidentally launching off the seat.

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  2. Survival Tips

    Why Your Lost Wallet Comes Back in Japan

    Drop your wallet on a Tokyo train and there's a real chance it comes back with the cash intact. Here's how Japan's lost-and-found system actually works.

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