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Total body relaxation from Dainichi

Written by: Rebecca Milner on April 20, 2008 at 10:59 pm | In Technology & Gadget Trends |

With all of its capacity for destruction, it is nice to see an example of technology put entirely to good, like this “Auto Healther” Massage Bed from Dainichi. Short of being swathed in furs, this has to be the most luxurious total body massage contraption we’ve seen, or at least the most high-tech.

In this case, total body means a simultaneous whole body massage as several rollers work your muscles from head to foot, at a speed, manner, and pressure specifically designed for each section of the body. So while separate rollers move up and down your legs, others are kneading your shoulders.

If that weren’t enough, it also heats up, has a built in audio system, colorful display, and a pretty pink trim. Massage chairs are often found in public bath houses, hot springs, and spas around Japan. At ¥1,380,000 (about $13,000), however, the Auto Healther is likely intended for exclusive use by the wealthy and high-end spas. Still, I am putting in a petition to have one in the office.