How do they potty train in Japan?

It is so interesting learning about all the different techniques to potty train our children, but what is really interesting is discovering all the different ways cultures from all over the world handle this subject.

We saw in my last post how children in Malaysia are potty trained very early compared to the ages most people start potty training here in the United States. As we are discovering, children can learn things much earlier than we believed possible because much of learning depends upon your environment and observation, patience, and learning techniques known to parents to teach their children with. While it may seem unconventional to start potty training at an early age, it’s important to consider the potential benefits and challenges involved. Early potty training requires dedication and consistency but can lead to long-term advantages such as decreased diapering, fewer accidents, and a smoother transition for both the child and the caregiver. Every child is different, so what works for one may not work for another. However, if you are intrigued by the idea and feel it aligns with your child’s needs, it may be worth exploring. Remember, patience and understanding your child’s unique pace are key factors in this journey of early potty training.

Here in this video from Japan, animation and children’s television watching is used to reinforce and teach children about using the potty . Colorful animated characters, catchy little songs, visual aids and games are incorporated into potty training. Whereas in America, one would not readily see a potty training segment on Sesame Street or an animated video about potty training in the video section of Best Buy, it is used in Japan to reinforce the concepts for potty training success. There is a strong emphasis placed on washing hands afterward. From what I have observed in the adult public bathrooms when I am out at times, some adults have forgotten this important part of “going to the potty”.

Early potty training refers to the practice of initiating potty training with a child at a younger age than is currently deemed socially or culturally acceptable. Historically, children were often trained much earlier, especially before disposable diapers became widely used. The definition of “early” in potty training has evolved over time due to changes in societal norms, such as a higher prevalence of dual-income households, increased time spent outside the home, and the utilization of childcare services. The effectiveness of early potty training may vary depending on factors like the amount of time spent at home and consistency of caregiving. It’s important to understand that early potty training is not a rigid concept and should not be seen as a competition to see who can achieve it the fastest. Different regions and cultures may have varying perspectives on what qualifies as early potty training, with some places still adhering to traditional practices that begin the training process at a much younger age compared to mainstream modern society.

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P.S. Would you use a video like this to help with potty training? Would you want a segment about potty training on children’s television?

Here is an English potty training video from Pocket PreSchool. What do you think?

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