Restroom Guide
Finding & using public restrooms
Tips
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Features
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Public restroom locations (malls, metro, parks)
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Squat vs. seated toilet guide
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Carry your own tissue paper
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Restroom cleanliness ratings on maps
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Both squat and western-style toilets available in most public areas
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Major shopping malls and hotels always have clean western toilets
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Public restroom finder apps available showing nearby facilities
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Many public restrooms now provide free toilet paper
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How to Use
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Shopping malls and metro stations have clean restrooms
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Look for 卫生间 or WC signs
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Carry tissue paper and hand sanitizer
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Use Amap to search '卫生间' for nearby options
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Carry your own tissue and hand sanitizer as backup
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Look for restrooms in shopping malls, hotels, and fast-food chains
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Use the accessibility stall which usually has a western-style toilet
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Pay 0.5-1 CNY at some public restrooms that charge a fee
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FAQ
Most are free. Some tourist area restrooms may charge ¥0.5-1.
Many now do, but it's not guaranteed. Always carry tissue or wet wipes as backup.
Shopping malls, international hotels, and Starbucks/KFC are reliable options for clean facilities.
A toilet flush with the floor. Face the hooded end and squat over it. It's common in older buildings and rural areas.
Mobile payment (Alipay/WeChat Pay) is most common. Some places accept international cards.
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Important Notes
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Always carry tissue paper; not all restrooms provide it
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Don't flush toilet paper in older buildings. Use the waste bin provided.
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Some rural restrooms may lack doors or dividers. Be prepared.
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Hand dryers may not always work. Carry a small towel or tissues.
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