A Japanese company has launched the product "unique" - seats hug ... combat loneliness.
The chair is designed in the shape of a kind cloth doll big, friendly face and especially long arms who can put rounds before hugging as if a real person is sitting hugging you.
Unicare Company products are sold at shows care and rehabilitation in the international capital Tokyo, Japan.
"It will help you feel safe, anyone can use this chair, but it is designed more for the elderly," the company representative said Unicare.
A quarter of Japan's population is currently over the age of 65 and this figure is expected to increase to 40% over the next decade. Therefore, the chairs "fight alone" as standalone products will certainly be favored in cherry country.
In addition to the chair form, Unicare company also launched similar products Life Rhythm Dolls (dolls rhythm of life), the program installed to remind clients to take medication or go to the bathroom.
"We are with those who are lonely, they can talk or hug them. They can also play the ancient Japanese music for old people, "said Representative Unicare.
In addition to anti lonely, hugging seats are also designed to help those who frequent anxiety, fear or anger are relaxed and comfortable. The chair sold for $ 419 USD (about 8.7 million VND).