1996
Sit-down Shower
Achieved the effectiveness of a bath from a shower, with less burden on the body.
- Universal Design Prize from Good Design Award
- IAUD Gold Award
1996
IH Cooktop
"Cooktop rings illuminate for safety when turned on."
- Kids Design Award
2003
Tilted Drum Washer/Dryer
"Tilted Drum Washer/Dryer Load & remove laundry in a comfortable position. Saves water."
- Good Design Gold Award
- iiF Product Design Award
2004
Personal Fax
Voice and light guidance for faxing and other operations.
2004
Air Conditioner with Filter Cleaning Robot
"Automatic filter cleaning reduces the need for cleaning the filter on air conditioners that are usually installed near the ceiling."
2006
Refrigerator
The "low waist line" feature and "fully open drawers" makes it easy to use for the entire family.
2006
VIERA Link
Easy connect with one cable.
"record", "watch" and "listen" with one remote.
2008
LED Neck Light
The flashlight is worn around the neck, freeing both hands.
When forcefully pulled, it unfastens for safety.
- Kids Design Excellence Award
- iF Product Design Gold Award
- Universal Design Prize
- IDEA Gold Award
2008
Closet Doors
Prevents children's fingers from getting caught.
- Kids Design Award
2009
Automatic Cleaning Toilet
A new material that repels dirt, and bubble washing feature for easier cleaning. The arm rests offer support for the user
- Universal Design Prize
- IAUD Silver Award
2010
Cordless Steam Iron
The multi-directional soleplate helps eliminate creases and wrinkles. The centrally balanced design reduces burden on the user's arms and shoulders.
- IAUD Silver Award
2010
Voice Guidance System for TV
Voice Guidance System calls out the station, title of the show, etc.
when selecting a channel or using the TV program guide.
- Inclusive Design Award The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)
- IAUD Silver Award
2011
LED Clear Light Bulb
The bulb facilitates switching to LED's because it has the same familiar shape and color as conventional bulbs that many people are accustomed to.
- iF Product Design Gold Award
- Universal Design Prize
- International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) Gold Award
- Good Design Gold Award
2013
Any-battery light
LED light compatible with any battery size from AAA to D, featuring a compact body and large handle for ease of use.
- Kids Design Award ‒ Special Award
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
- IAUD Silver Award
2014
J-Concept Series
This new appliance series is developed around a unifying concept: Easy-to-use features and fastidious attention to design.
- IAUD Gold Award
2014
Voice Control
Users can easily and quickly switch channels and carry out other basic operations, search for TV programs, surf the Internet, and program recordings by speaking into the remote controller.
- Universal Design Prize
- IAUD Award
2016
High-Definition Wide Display System for Vehicles
Wide display and mirrorless camera assist people to drive safely.
- Good Design Special Award [Design for the Future]
- IAUD Gold Award
2016
Let's remocon
Simple, 6-button remote control designed for the elderly and people with restricted hand movement.
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
- IAUD Gold Award
2017
ResyonePlus
Rise assisting robot that lessens the burden on carers.
- 2017 Nikkei Superior Products and Services Awards for Excellence
- Kaigo Robot Introduction Case Study Excellence Award in Manufacturer Division
2017
Rechargeable Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aid
The rechargeable hearing aid is easy to use and care for, even for elderly people. It uses wireless charging technology with a built-in rechargeable battery. Simply place it on the charger.
- Good Design Gold Award
- IAUD Gold Award
2018
Smile Bathtub
Designed with consideration for the effects of aging.
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Award
2019
Automated Transportation System
Transportation system that reduces the burden on workers and helps prevent accidents at logistics warehouses which are experiencing increased loads and serious labor shortages.
- IAUD International Design Award Silver Award
2018
Walk-training robot
We help motivate the elderly, because carrying on is important.
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Award
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
2019
TV stand anti-toppling mechanism
TVs can easily tip over in an earthquake, or when children touch or play with them.
This product prevents that danger
- Kids Design Award ‒ Special Award
2020
First Shaving Series
With understanding of the feelings of teens, who are shaving for the first time, and the aim to raise users' motivation.
- Kids Design Award ‒ METI Minister Award
- IAUD International Design Award Bronze Awards
2021
Facial Recognition Card Reader
医療機関や薬局で始まっている顔認証受付に対応。
身長の高低、車椅子、マスクやメガネをかけたままでも
検知できるから、すべての人にスマートな受付を提供できます。
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Awards
1996
Sit-down Shower
Achieved the effectiveness of a bath from a shower, with less burden on the body.
- Universal Design Prize from Good Design Award
- IAUD Gold Award
1996
IH Cooktop
"Cooktop rings illuminate for safety when turned on."
- Kids Design Award
2003
Tilted Drum Washer/Dryer
"Tilted Drum Washer/Dryer Load & remove laundry in a comfortable position. Saves water."
- Good Design Gold Award
- iiF Product Design Award
2004
Personal Fax
Voice and light guidance for faxing and other operations.
2004
Air Conditioner with Filter Cleaning Robot
"Automatic filter cleaning reduces the need for cleaning the filter on air conditioners that are usually installed near the ceiling."
2006
Refrigerator
The "low waist line" feature and "fully open drawers" makes it easy to use for the entire family.
2006
VIERA Link
Easy connect with one cable.
"record", "watch" and "listen" with one remote.
2008
LED Neck Light
The flashlight is worn around the neck, freeing both hands.
When forcefully pulled, it unfastens for safety.
- Kids Design Excellence Award
- iF Product Design Gold Award
- Universal Design Prize
- IDEA Gold Award
2008
Closet Doors
Prevents children's fingers from getting caught.
- Kids Design Award
2009
Automatic Cleaning Toilet
A new material that repels dirt, and bubble washing feature for easier cleaning. The arm rests offer support for the user
- Universal Design Prize
- IAUD Silver Award
2010
Cordless Steam Iron
The multi-directional soleplate helps eliminate creases and wrinkles. The centrally balanced design reduces burden on the user's arms and shoulders.
- IAUD Silver Award
2010
Voice Guidance System for TV
Voice Guidance System calls out the station, title of the show, etc.
when selecting a channel or using the TV program guide.
- Inclusive Design Award The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)
- IAUD Silver Award
2011
LED Clear Light Bulb
The bulb facilitates switching to LED's because it has the same familiar shape and color as conventional bulbs that many people are accustomed to.
- iF Product Design Gold Award
- Universal Design Prize
- International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) Gold Award
- Good Design Gold Award
2013
Any-battery light
LED light compatible with any battery size from AAA to D, featuring a compact body and large handle for ease of use.
- Kids Design Award ‒ Special Award
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
- IAUD Silver Award
2014
J-Concept Series
This new appliance series is developed around a unifying concept: Easy-to-use features and fastidious attention to design.
- IAUD Gold Award
2014
Voice Control
Users can easily and quickly switch channels and carry out other basic operations, search for TV programs, surf the Internet, and program recordings by speaking into the remote controller.
- Universal Design Prize
- IAUD Award
2016
High-Definition Wide Display System for Vehicles
Wide display and mirrorless camera assist people to drive safely.
- Good Design Special Award [Design for the Future]
- IAUD Gold Award
2016
Let's remocon
Simple, 6-button remote control designed for the elderly and people with restricted hand movement.
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
- IAUD Gold Award
2017
ResyonePlus
Rise assisting robot that lessens the burden on carers.
- 2017 Nikkei Superior Products and Services Awards for Excellence
- Kaigo Robot Introduction Case Study Excellence Award in Manufacturer Division
2017
Rechargeable Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aid
The rechargeable hearing aid is easy to use and care for, even for elderly people. It uses wireless charging technology with a built-in rechargeable battery. Simply place it on the charger.
- Good Design Gold Award
- IAUD Gold Award
2018
Smile Bathtub
Designed with consideration for the effects of aging.
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Award
2019
Automated Transportation System
Transportation system that reduces the burden on workers and helps prevent accidents at logistics warehouses which are experiencing increased loads and serious labor shortages.
- IAUD International Design Award Silver Award
2018
Walk-training robot
We help motivate the elderly, because carrying on is important.
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Award
- GOOD DESIGN BEST 100
2019
TV stand anti-toppling mechanism
TVs can easily tip over in an earthquake, or when children touch or play with them.
This product prevents that danger
- Kids Design Award ‒ Special Award
2020
First Shaving Series
With understanding of the feelings of teens, who are shaving for the first time, and the aim to raise users' motivation.
- Kids Design Award ‒ METI Minister Award
- IAUD International Design Award Bronze Awards
2021
Facial Recognition Card Reader
医療機関や薬局で始まっている顔認証受付に対応。
身長の高低、車椅子、マスクやメガネをかけたままでも
検知できるから、すべての人にスマートな受付を提供できます。
- IAUD International Design Award Gold Awards
*This Universal Design website has also been revised thanks to feedback from a range of people to improve its accessibility to as many people as possible.
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