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Japan is converting footsteps into electricity! In Japan, special piezoelectric ceramic tiles are used to convert the pressure generated by people's footsteps into electricity. When people walk on them, the tiles bend, creating mechanical stress, and the piezoelectric material converts this into electrical energy. Places like Shibuya Station contribute approximately 2.4 million footfalls to the system every day. The energy generated in this way is used as a power source for LED lighting, displays, and sensors, and is very useful for sustainable energy and modern urban infrastructure.