July 7, 2006
'End User' Redefined
A lot of professors would like to flush their students' research papers down the toilet. At the University of Tokyo, that actually happens.
Using recycled research papers, examinations, and other documents, the manufacturing company Nakabayshi K.K. produces at least 1,000 rolls of toilet paper a month for the university. Its logo adorns the wrapper, which bears the words "recycled toilet paper."
The toilet paper is used only at the university, and is not for sale, says Fuyuki
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