A new pod promises a full-body cleanse with no soap or scrubbing required. Once seated, the roof comes down and water set to 100°F (38°C) starts filling the tub.

For many people, a long relaxing soak in the tub is the perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. But if you're not the kind of person who has time for bubbles and scented candles, the perfect bath ...

A 'human washing machine' that can clean a person from head to toe has gone on sale in Japan. This jet-fighter cockpit-shaped pod uses powerful jets of bubbles to blast the skin clean of dirt and ...

In 1970, the groundbreaking invention known as the "Ultrasonic Bath" captured the world's attention at the Japan World Exposition. Created by Sanyo Electric, today known as Panasonic Holdings Corp, ...

What if I told you it’s now possible to completely wash AND dry yourself in just 15 minutes? ….Oh, yeah, that’s right. We’ve been able to do that for a very, very long time. It’s called “taking a ...

In context: Back in 1970, a futuristic "human washing machine" called the Ultrasonic Bath caused a sensation at the Japan World Exposition. The egg-shaped pod was developed and exhibited by Sanyo ...

A Japanese showerhead maker called Science Co. is planning to debut what it’s calling the “human washing machine of the future” at the Osaka Kansai Expo in April — and while we have no idea who the ...

(KGTV) — A story you may have heard recently claims a company is making a washing machine for humans. It’s true. Home electronics retailer Yamada Holdings unveiled the machine at an expo in Japan. The ...

The Future Human Washing Machine does exactly what its name suggests — all you have to do is climb in. Displayed at Expo 2025 Osaka, the device is an upgraded version of one conceptualized in 1970.

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