Most mobile phones sold in Japan are waterproof due to the popularity of using them in the bath or shower. Japanese bathtubs are typically larger and deeper than American ones, and many people use their phones while bathing, leading to the rise in popularity of waterproof devices.
Over 90% of mobile phones sold in Japan are waterproof because many Japanese people like to use them in the shower or bath. Bathing is an important Japanese daily routine that is believed to provide health benefits such as relaxation and self-reflection. Despite the cramped living spaces, Japanese bathtubs called furo are typically larger and deeper than American bathtubs. Many furo are deep enough to cover the shoulders of the person taking a bath when she is seated. Since so many people use their cellphones while taking a bath, waterproof cellphones have started to grow in popularity. This has also given the rise in popularity for waterproof TVs.
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