The Craziest Toilets From Around the World
By Juliet Smith
2 years ago
1. Tuba Urinals, UK
(Image/ Source: reddit.com)Bell Inn pub in Ticehurst, East Sussex, England, went viral after a Reddit user uploaded a few pictures of what he found in the men’s toilets. While nobody’s exactly sure who designed them, they’ve been a major talking point across the internet- so much so, that the toilets have now been crowned the weirdest WC in the world.2. The Nuns urinal, Germany
3. Ski jump toilet, Japan
(Image/ Source: dailymail.co.uk)If you’ve ever wanted to know what it feels like to go to the toilet at the top of a ski jump, now you can (sort of). This toilet in Japan gives visitors 360 views of a steep ski jump slope, complete with a snowy piste and mountain range on the toilet walls. You can even strap on a pair of skis while you’re there!4. Opera toilet, Austria
(Image/ Source: commons.wikimedia.org)These toilets certainly stand out from the crowd! Complete with operatic music, murals of the interior of the city’s opera house-proper, show posters, and even stalls referred to as “loges,” these memorable, art nouveau Opera toilets in the city of Vienna are the next best thing to being at a proper opera.5. UFO toilets, Slovakia
(Image/ Source: reddit.com)At a UFO-themed restaurant in Bratislava, Slovakia, you can find some pretty unusual toilets. And they’ve gone down an absolute storm with Reddit users! Rest assured that although these urinals face large windows, there is just enough frosted glass to keep the view appropriate to the outside world. Phew.6. Hotel toilets with a twist, USA
(Image/ Source: madonnainn.com)It makes sense that one of the world’s quirkiest hotels would have one of the world’s quirkiest restrooms! The infamous Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo, California, is well known for its cave-like rooms and facilities. One of the rooms even has a waterfall urinal that comes to life when used. You’ve been warned!7. Scholastica toliets, Turkey
(Image/ Source: atlasobscura.com)Talk about back to basics… These simple public toilets at Scholastica Baths in Ephesus not only give us a glimpse into the lives of ancient people, but they also provide a highly unusual photo op. Tonnes of modern-day visitors are eager to take a seat on these no-longer functional toilets, which have now become pretty famous on Reddit.8. The outhouses of Elk Falls, USA
(Image/ Source: kake.com)How cool are these little outhouses? Every year, the community gets together at Elk Falls, Kansas for an annual competition. Teams form to create the most original outhouse design, and it seems like everyone takes it quite seriously! There’s been mini-movie theatres and even post office designs, and the winners get $60.9. Hundertwasser toilets, Austria
(Image/ Source: commons.wikimedia.org)Another one from Austria. Dubbed as the “Toilet of Modern Art”, this is the second restroom in Vienna to make the list! Its haphazard tiles in bold primary colours make this playful room a very fun alternative to the average public toilet. Brownie points for the super artsy mirrors. We want them in our own bathroom!10. George W. Bush toilet, USA
(Image/ Source: trendhunter.com)San Francisco-based artist Sorensen made his political feelings clear when he decided to create a toilet dedicated to the former president called the ‘Presidential Toilet’. It even starred in his art collection at his studio before he then opened a one-man show called “Down The Drain - The Legacy of George W. Bush”.11. Faber Peak toilets, Singapore
(Image/ Source: trevallog.com)These are probably the most gorgeous toilets in Singapore. Just look at that amazing view! These restrooms are fully glass-enclosed- except for the cubicles, of course- and they give you a panoramic view of the lush Mount Faber Hill. The toilets even have their own name- locals call them the peek-a-loos!12. Public toliets, Japan
(Image/ Source: instagram.com)Japan is known for having some of the weirdest toilets in the world. While these public toilets aren’t as hi-tech as others, the super-cool design and structure have made these toilets fairly popular on Instagram. These public loos are near the bridge in Taito-Ku, Tokyo, and have an artistic theme with faces appearing to jump out of the walls.13. Egg toilets, UK
(Image/ Source: pinterest.com)Are these the most Instagrammable toilets in the world? They may well be! These amazing egg-shaped pods can be found in Sketch, a bar and restaurant in London’s Mayfair. The toilet space is also decorated with lavish displays at Christmas and Easter, which attracts tonnes of tourists. Get ready for those selfies!14. The God toilets, USA
(Image/ Source: nytimes.com)Many people enjoy the luxury of gold jewellery. But what about gracing your rear end with gold? Well, you can do just that in New York! It might look like a work of art, but you can actually use a toilet case in 18-karat gold at the Guggenheim Museum. It looks like something Kanye West would have commissioned…15. Interactive urinals, UK/Japan
(Image/ Source: siliconera.com)The conversation about aiming has been raging on for decades. In 2011, it finally became an interactive video game, which was created by the British company Captive Media. LCD screens were installed above pressure-sensitive urinals. The concept is simple: the video game is fully controlled by aiming left or right! These interactive urinals are now popping up in Japan, and will be launching in the USA soon enough.16. Transparent toilets, Japan
(Image/ Source: usatoday.com)These transparent toilets in Haru-no-Ogawa Community Park in Tokyo were designed by artists Tadao Ando, Shigeru Ban, and Kengo Kuma to dispel negative views about public toilets. The Nippon Foundation and Tokyo's Shibuya district government started the program to build over a dozen restrooms in Tokyo which turn opaque when they’re occupied.17. Sky-high restrooms, UK
(Image/ Source: designmynight.com)Restrooms with a view always end up going viral these days, and these uber-chic toilets at Manchester’s 20 Stories bar and restaurant are no different! Visitors are treated to some pretty immense views of the city, which still pack a punch even during those (frequent) rainy spells. Get your camera ready!18. Orange outhouses, Israel
(Image/ Source: atlasobscura.com)As designs go, these are pretty impressive! These delightful little public restrooms might just give you an added vitamin C boost along with the relief that comes from using the WC when you really need to go. Shaped and textured like oranges, these citrusy pods make for a satisfying and (maybe nutritious?) trip to the loo.19. Shobi Tabuchi Theater restrooms, USA
(Image/ Source: pinterest.com)As dramatic as restrooms go, these ones are definitely up there! The restrooms at the Shobi Tabuchi Theater in Bronson, Missouri have chandeliers, a marble fireplace, and a hand-carved mahogany pool table. And those are only a few of their amenities. In 2009, they even became the winner of Cintas's America's Best Restroom Award!20. Elephant toilets, China
(Image/ Source: Exclusivepix Media/ dailymail.co.uk)What do you do when you hear the call of nature? Run to the elephant toilets of course! These eye-catching public restrooms in Zhengzhou, the Henan Province of China, are a hit with locals and tourists alike, and they’ve now gone viral thanks to Instagram. We don’t know about you, but we think there should be toilets like this at our local zoo…21. Bulletproof bathroom, China
(Image/ Source: pinterest.com)Ever felt like you’ve needed a bulletproof toilet? Well, someone definitely did! This insane bulletproof bathroom in Beijing, China is totally bulletproof, weighs 15 tons, and costs $100,000. Not even TNT explosives can tear it down. Apparently it was made as a counter-terrorism product, and there are more of them on the way.22. Seoul Tower restrooms, South Korea
(Image/ Source: mimsonthemove.com)The Seoul Tower in South Korea is equipped with loads of amazing amenities like its cable car, restaurants, cafes and theatre. But its greatest amenity is probably the view from the bathroom! The incredible Sky Restroom is on the fourth floor of the tower, and gives some pretty astonishing views of the city.23. Zoo toilets, Singapore
(Image/ Source: Walter Berger/ photosouth.com.au)Singapore is known for its eye for style, and these chic toilets at Singapore Zoo are no different! With cute bamboo shoots, neutral paving stones and tonnes of lavish greenery, these restrooms are some of the cleaner ones we’ve seen over the years. Brownie points for the super-cool open concept design.24. Oku public toilets, Japan
(Image/ Source: instagram.com)Do you ever lose track of where you are when you get off the tube? Well, these toilets are on hand to helpfully remind visitors where they are! Oku used to be a relatively small village in Japan, but it’s now grown into a cultural hub at the centre of Setouchi City. These toilets were designed to promote Oku as an up-and-coming destination.25. The Segantini hut, Switzerland
(Image/ Source: Hans George Eiben/ Getty Images)If you find yourself needing a restroom in the great outdoors, that aren’t usually that many options available. However, this isn’t the case in St Moritz! The Muottas Muragl mountain is dotted with this cute toilets for hardy hikes, complete with eye-catching (and very patriotic) décor. 10/10 for scenic beauty!26. Castle toilets, China
(Image/ Source: Exlusivepix Media/ dailymail.co.uk)Is this one of the world’s wackiest WCs? These public toilets in Yangren Jie, Nanan in Chongqing, China, which is also known as ‘Foreigner Street’, are actually honoured as a ‘giant castle toilet’ that is quirky in every way possible. It’s a big hit with tourists, who often pose for photos outside the enormous building.27. Pioneer hut, New Zealand
(Image/ Source: leavenotrace.org.nz)This extreme latrine sits just outside the Pioneer Hut on the Fox Glacier in Westland National Park, New Zealand. The toilet hut has been designed for skiers while they’re out on the slopes, which is especially useful for those who are attempting to ascend Mount Tasman, New Zealand's second highest peak. Mind that drop!28. Mont Yudono Shrine public toilets, Japan
(Image/ Source: instagram.com)The Mont Yudono Shrine in Japan attracts thousands of tourists each year. Which means there needs to be plenty of facilities to match the demand! While plenty of modern toilets have now sprung up around the site, these stone public toilets have the edge when it comes to design. Surrounded by lush green plants, these are the prettiest restrooms in the area.29. Camera toilet, China
(Image/ Source: Exclusivepix Media/ dailymail.co.uk)As public toilet designs go, this is a pretty memorable one! These restrooms on Shiqiaopu Street in Chonqging, China attract quite a lot of attention. They have been designed to look like a giant camera, complete with a large lens and a flashlight. Apparently they’ve been created by the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute to reflect the culture of the region.30. Hi-tech toilets, Japan
(Image/ Source: thetruejapan.com)Japan have the most hi-tech toilets in the world. Each toilet has a HUGE variety of options (some of which you’ll probably never need) which can make going to the bathroom a lot more complicated than it used to be! These toilets have absolutely everything from spray options to lights, sounds and music.What To Read Next
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