We’ve been using washing machines to clean clothes for decades, but have you ever imagined a washing machine for humans? Sounds strange, doesn’t it? Well, it’s now a reality! A Japanese company has developed a “Human Washing Machine” designed to wash and dry people in just 15 minutes.
This futuristic pod-based machine, currently in its prototype stage, is being developed for personal use and the hospitality industry. According to The Asahi Shimbun, this innovation was inspired by a similar device showcased at the 1970 Japan World Expo. Back then, Sanyo Electric (now Panasonic) introduced an “Ultrasonic Bath,” an oval-shaped machine that automatically filled with warm water when a person entered. It used ultrasonic waves and massage balls for cleaning, and the water drained automatically afterward. Although it wasn’t commercially successful, it left a lasting impression on a young boy, Yasuaki Aoyama, now the chairman of Science Company.
The Science Company specializes in creating showerheads and other bathing devices for Japan’s hospitality market. These devices use microbubbles for enhanced cleaning. This new human washing machine could revolutionize the bathing experience by making it more efficient, automated, and luxurious with advanced technology.
