Have you ever imagined an AI-powered “Human Washing Machine” — a device that can clean and dry you in just 15 minutes, offering a spa-like experience? It might sound like science fiction, but this futuristic concept could soon become a reality.
A Japanese company called Science Co. has developed an innovative device called the Mirai Ningen Sentakuk, or “Human Washing Machine,” which aims to provide a spa-like experience. This machine uses advanced water jets and tiny air bubbles to clean and refresh the body. According to the Japanese newspaper Asahi Shimbun, the device’s AI system personalizes the wash based on a person’s skin type and physical condition, while calming visuals are displayed to enhance relaxation during the process.
How Does It Work?
The device is a plastic pod where users enter and are immersed in warm water halfway. Then, high-speed jets of water with microscopic air bubbles are blasted over the body. As the bubbles burst, they create pressure waves that effectively remove dirt from the skin. This cleaning technique is similar to how delicate electrical parts are cleaned using air, instead of chemicals.
But the Mirai Ningen Sentakuk doesn’t just clean the body—it’s designed to cleanse the mind too. The chair inside the pod has electrodes that collect the user’s biological data, adjusting the water temperature to suit their needs. The AI sensors track the person’s mood, whether calm or stressed, and display soothing videos to help them relax during the wash. The company claims that this process leaves users feeling both physically refreshed and mentally relaxed.
The concept is actually based on a design from over 50 years ago, created by Sanyo Electric Co. (now Panasonic). While the original version was shown at the 1970 World Exposition, it never made it to market. Science Co. is hoping to succeed where the previous version failed.
The modernized Mirai Ningen Sentakuk is set to debut at the Osaka Expo 2025. At the event, 1,000 lucky visitors will have the chance to experience the device firsthand. Afterward, it’s expected to go into mass production, with plans for a home-use version as well. Science Co. is already accepting reservations for the automated bathtub, although they haven’t yet announced the price.
According to the statement, “We’re about 70% done,” said Science Co. Chairman Yasuaki Aoyama. “We plan to give 1,000 general visitors a chance to use it during the expo.”
This futuristic device promises to revolutionize how we think about personal hygiene, combining both cleansing and relaxation in one high-tech package.
-Rashmi Kumari
