Differences in the use of toilet paper in different cultures

Asian culture
In some East Asian countries, such as Japan and South Korea, people have high requirements for the quality and touch of toilet paper. Japanese toilet paper is usually known for its softness and toughness, and in public toilets, the supply of toilet paper is sufficient and of good quality. In home use, people also pay attention to the brand and characteristics of toilet paper, such as whether it has moisturizing ingredients to avoid adverse effects such as dryness on the skin.
In India, due to cultural and religious traditions, the left hand is regarded as an unclean hand. When using toilet paper for post-defecation cleaning, people are accustomed to using the right hand and will rinse with clean water. Toilet paper plays a more auxiliary role in drying. This combination of water washing and toilet paper is more common in most parts of India.

European culture
In some European countries, such as France and Italy, people pay more attention to etiquette when using toilet paper in the bathroom. The folding method of toilet paper may be more particular, and usually the toilet paper is folded neatly before use to show personal elegance and upbringing. Moreover, in public toilets, the provision of toilet paper is also a basic standard, and some high-end places also provide scented toilet paper.
In Nordic countries, environmental awareness is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and the use of natural toilet paper is more common. People prefer to choose unbleached, environmentally friendly toilet paper products, and in household use, they will pay attention to the reasonable consumption of toilet paper to reduce resource waste.

African culture
In some parts of Africa, due to differences in infrastructure and economic conditions, the use of toilet paper is not as popular as in developed countries. In some remote rural areas, people may use other natural materials instead of toilet paper, such as leaves. In urban areas, with the improvement of living standards, the use of toilet paper has gradually increased, but in terms of usage habits, they may pay more attention to practicality, and the choice of brand and type of toilet paper is relatively simple.
In public places in some African countries, the supply of toilet paper may be unstable, and people are accustomed to carrying toilet paper with them when they go out to cope with possible needs.