Expect both types
Public facilities may have squat toilets and Western-style seated toilets.
Carry tissues
Toilet paper may be provided inside the cubicle, near the entrance or not at all.
Carry a small pack of tissues.
Useful words
| English | Chinese |
|---|---|
| Toilet / restroom | 卫生间 |
| Toilet | 厕所 |
| Men's | 男 |
| Women's | 女 |
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Last verified 2026-10-05. Procedures and limits change — check official sources before you travel.