The Mirai Human Washing Machine, a cutting-edge “human washing” device that drew attention at the Osaka World Expo, is now available in Japan.
Created by Japanese tech company Science, the capsule-shaped machine lets users lie inside, close the lid, and experience a full-body wash—without any spinning—while listening to soothing music.
Major Attraction at Expo with 27 Million Visitors
The device was a major attraction during the six-month expo, which welcomed over 27 million visitors before concluding in October.
The concept builds on a similar idea first showcased at the 1970 Osaka Expo, which left a lasting impression on Science’s current president, Yasuaki Aoyama, who saw it as a child.
A company spokesperson explained that the new machine goes beyond cleaning the body—it also “cleans the soul,” using sensors to track the user’s heart rate and other vital signs during the wash.
Global interest, including from a US resort chain, prompted Science to commercialize the prototype. The first unit was bought by a hotel in Osaka, which intends to offer the unique service to its guests.
The Japan Times reports that Yamada Denki bought the Mirai Human Washing Machine to draw more store visitors. A demonstration unit will be on display from December 25th, along with a testing area for visitors.
The company will produce only about 50 units, with an estimated price of 60 million yen (around 332,000 euros).
Thinking of Buying One? Here’s How It Operates
If you’ve been saving up thousands of euros to own one of these unusual machines, NDTV offers a summary of how it works:
- Entering the capsule
The user lies down inside a 2.3-meter-long enclosed capsule designed for a full-body wash. - Start of the automatic wash
The machine uses microbubbles and a fine mist shower to gently cleanse the entire body. - Health monitoring
Built-in sensors track the user’s vital signs throughout the wash, ensuring safety. - Relaxation experience
Calming visuals are projected, and soft music plays inside the capsule during the wash. - Drying phase
After washing, the machine automatically dries the user, completing the experience in about 15 minutes. - Leaving refreshed
The user emerges fully clean, relaxed, and monitored—no towels or manual effort needed.
Essentially, the Mirai Human Washing Machine combines elements of a shower, spa, and sauna—without the uncomfortable spinning of a traditional washing machine.
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