Weightless bathing

26. Juni 2024

Weightless bathing

Using sophisticated technologies, TOTO’s Flotation Tubs promise to put the body in the perfect ergonomic position – for maximum relaxation.

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Bathing rituals have a long tradition in Japan. Classic sento public bathhouses in cities and hot springs, or onsen, in volcanic areas do more than just clean the body. In addition to functional aspects like hygiene and cleanliness, the positive impact bathing has on people’s well-being plays a vital role. In fact, the bath may be the best possible place to find total peace of mind. It rejuvenates the body and soothes the soul. This type of Asian-inspired mindful wellness for the home is becoming increasingly popular in Germany as well. TOTO calls this mindset “Life Anew” – and designs innovative bathtubs to make this a reality.

TOTO’s Flotation Tubs promise to put the body in the perfect ergonomic position – for maximum relaxation. Featuring Zero Dimension technology, the most luxurious version of the Flotation Tub mimics the body position of astronauts when weightless. The company received the “Society Award” from the Japanese Society of Mechanical Engineers and the “Essay Award” from the Japanese Society for Medical and Biological Engineering for the extensive research they conducted in designing this product.

Special air jets underneath the legs support the feeling of weightlessness. Massage jets in the lumbar region pamper the most sensitive part of the back. Another set of special jets create a swirling effect, producing a multidimensional whirlpool that targets and relaxes deep muscle tissue. A stream of water flows continuously from the height-adjustable and ergonomic headrest, keeping the neck and shoulders warm and comfortable. All available comfort features are easy to operate and accessible from a control panel inside the tub.

In addition to this spacious (W 2200 x D 1050 x H 785 mm) and extremely luxurious model, TOTO has two more compact versions of the Flotation Tub. Available in either square or round designs (W 1700 x D 835 x H 580), these two versions deliver a relaxing experience thanks to the Recline Comfort technology developed by TOTO: The inside of the bathtub has a special shape that allows the body to assume the ideal position for relaxation. The shoulders relax, and the head feels light as it rests on the ergonomically designed headrest. The spine retains its natural “S”-shaped curve from the back of the neck to the lower back – for deep relaxation.

Düsseldorf, June 2024
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TOTO, one of the world’s leading sanitary ware companies, has an unwavering focus on people and their well-being. Established in Kitakyushu, Japan in 1917, TOTO has been developing, producing and marketing its comprehensive high-end bathroom concepts for the European market since 2009. The company aims to create a new attitude towards life through regeneration, comfort and hygiene, integrating technologies into their product designs in a smart, nearly invisible way. Japan’s leading manufacturer in the sector, TOTO offers a comprehensive range of products including ceramic sanitary ware, faucets and accessories. The company can now look back on over 40 years of developing and manufacturing WASHLET and has sold over 60 million units worldwide to date. TOTO supports the development of a fully emission-free society and is very committed to sustainability: By joining the RE100 initiative, TOTO Group will convert all of its facilities to power from sustainable energy sources by the year 2040. The company also received certification from the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBT) to reduce greenhouse gases in line with the Paris Agreement, and to systematically cut CO₂ emissions further on this basis. TOTO employs 36,000 people world-wide.

Read more about TOTO online: eu.toto.com

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