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Originally Posted by Katsunami
Better still, a real man isn't afraid to sit down on a normal toilet. Actually, it is quite necessary if you have a toilet with a plateau (how's that called in English? The one where your stuff actually stays put until you flush), because you'll not only splatter the bathroom, but probably yourself as well.
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I have heard them referred to as a viewing shelf or inspection shelf. They are NOT something I have ever seen in the US and I didn't think they were that common in most of Europe either. Germany being the most common exception.
For others, the shelf is so that things can be inspected prior to flushing. It is supposed to help you keep track of your intestinal health better. I'm not going into more detail.
If anyone really wants to see what the shelf is search for "german toilet" but remember, you are looking for toilet pictures on the internet... be careful.