![]() Getting your kicks freshened up can really put that kick back in your step again (pun 100% intentional). Getting your shoes cleaned isn’t usually at the top of the to-do list but over the hot summer months when you’re always wearing the same pair and even over the rainier season when you accidentally step in those deeper-than-you-thought puddles, this can be a game changer. ![]() There’s also another special type of machine available that isn’t so common in other countries but is super handy and easy to use… the sneaker washer and dryer! *Mind blown emoji* 確認 (kakunin) = Confirm Sneaker laundry machine If the machine doesn’t start automatically after inserting the coins or selecting the course, look for a start or confirm button. Not the buttons you’re used to | Photo by Tiana Edmonds However, it’s also very common to leave your washing in the machine, go grab a coffee and then pop back when it’s ready. This can make navigating the machines a bit tricky, especially if you’re hopping from place to place and have to use a new machine each time.Ĭustomers will bring their laundry in baskets or in a bag and read a book to pass the time. However, if you’re traveling outside of the main metros of Tokyo or Osaka, it can be less common to see English translations on the machines and signage. Using coin laundry machines in Japan isn’t so different to using them in other countries. Winning! They can also be ordered online with delivery to Japan and elsewhere. ![]() Note that these can be used for washing your hands as well as for laundry and the ingredients are much less harmful than your ordinary laundry detergent. You can get a pack of these from most 100yen stores, such as Daiso, in the ‘Bath’ or ‘Laundry’ sections.
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