Japan now has human refrigerators inspired by Japanese vending machines
4 hours ago
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- #heat-relief-technology
- Japan's SDRS develops 'Do Hiemon Box', a personal cooling booth dubbed a 'human refrigerator'.
- Maintains 15°C inside, with 5°C chilled air targeting head, neck, shoulders, and back for rapid cooling relief.
- Helps relieve heat exhaustion in 5–10 minutes, useful for hot workplaces like construction sites and outdoor venues.
- Features three settings, auto-shutoff after 20 minutes, uses half the electricity of a spot AC, and is portable.
- Sold for ~$9,300, targeting businesses and public spaces, appearing in city halls amid rising heatstroke cases.