- The machine will retail for around 60 million yen (approximately $385,000)
- The breakthrough came after a US resort operator expressed interest in acquiring the prototype
- The machine is described as a modern upgrade to a concept first showcased in Osaka in 1970
Japan has officially begun selling its much-talked-about “human washing machine,” a futuristic pod that first captured global attention at the World Expo in Osaka.
Eko Hot Blog gatherd that the innovation, which allows users to lie inside a capsule and receive a full-body wash accompanied by soothing music, has now transitioned from exhibition spectacle to commercial reality.
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The device, developed by Japanese technology company Science, initially drew massive queues during the six-month Expo, where more than 27 million visitors attended.
The machine is described as a modern upgrade to a concept first showcased in Osaka in 1970, an invention that inspired the company’s president when he was just a young boy.
According to Science spokeswoman Sachiko Maekura, the pod goes beyond physical cleansing, offering a “therapeutic experience” that also monitors vital signs such as heartbeat, ensuring a relaxing but safe wash cycle.
The breakthrough came after a US resort operator expressed interest in acquiring the prototype, prompting the firm to move ahead with full production.
The first commercial unit has already been purchased by a hotel in Osaka, which plans to introduce the service to its guests. Major electronics retailer Yamada Denki is also among the early buyers, expecting the uniqueness of the machine to pull in curious customers. With only 50 units slated for production, demand is expected to surpass availability.
Local reports indicate that each machine will retail for around 60 million yen (approximately $385,000).
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