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A twin-nozzled electronic bidet unit built into a toilet seatThere are three types of toilets commonly found in Japan. The oldest type is a simple squat toilet, which is still common in public restrooms. After World War II, modern Western-type flush toilets and urinals became common. Current state of the art is a high-tech bidet toilet, which as of 2004 is installed in over 50% of the Japanese households, and Japanese companies produce some of the most advanced high-tech toilets in the world. These high-tech toilets are known as Washlets (???????) and include a built-in bidet for both the anus and vulva. Many additional features are also often included, such as a blow dryer, seat heating, massage options and other adjustments for the water jet of the bidet, automatic opening of the lid and flushing after use, a wireless toilet control panel, heating and air conditioning for the toilet room, etc. The use of both the traditional squat and the modern high-tech toilet is often a source of confusion for foreigners.