In Japan, many restaurants have a disposable chute integrated right into the table where you can slide in your empty plates instead of waiting for a waiter to come by. And here's the cool part. For every five plates you drop in the shoot, you have a chance to play games and earn prizes.
Not to mention, most restaurants also have detailed food displays made of plastic called sampuro, which show off every item on the menu. It's a fun and visual way to know exactly what you're ordering before it hits your table. Secondly, in many stores, you actually get to try a sample of whatever you're purchasing, so you know exactly what you're getting ahead of time.
They even take it a step further with color-changing labels on meat products that act as a freshness indicator. It's a visual warning that lets you know whether the food is still within the safe time frame to eat. It's smart, it saves money, and it helps you avoid buying something that doesn't meet your expectations.
Lastly, in Japan, you can literally play real life Mario Kart on the streets. It's a sightseeing tour where you drive go-karts through the city dressed in character onesies of your choice.
