Be able to do what you want, whatever your age. Make things easier to see, easier to use, and,
from time to time, take the load off.
Panasonic’s UD for supporting an aging society
Research into "ease of seeing" using goggles that simulate cataracts.
Research into movements, loads, and mobility to scientifically assess "ease of use."
Panasonic has been research seniors since 1990, developing products that are designed for the elderly.
For example, we create goggles that reproduce how people with cataracts see, and work on ways to make things easier see for seniors.
Or, we create digital simulations of physical burdens, or use devices that simulate what being elderly is like, working on ways to help seniors move about easily.
We are working on many different ways to be able to do what you want, whatever your age.
Examples of UD products for supporting an aging society
Smile Bathtub | Designed to accommodate the physical changes of aging
Easy to straddle, so easy to get and out of. The Smile Bathtub is a new shape of bathtub that allows you to immerse yourself to your shoulders.
The sides have been dropped by 5 cm, making it easier to get your legs over.
With less difference in level between the floor and the bottom of the tub, it's easier to remain stable when moving.
Product photo of Smile Bathtub
Smile Bathtub concept
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J concept Bag-type vacuum cleaner | Easy housework
We reconsidered the materials used in the body and components to make them as lightweight as possible.
A 2kg* lightweight vacuum cleaner that even lightens your mood!
*Weight of main unit
Product photo of J Concept bag-type vacuum cleaner
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Separate-style cordless stick vacuum cleaner | Light to carry, easy to dispose of rubbish
Just pull it out from the Clean Dock and start cleaning. Being a separated style, it can clean things without feeling heavy.
Each time you charge it, the Clean Dock will automatically collect the waste from inside the vacuum. Simple, clean disposal of rubbish that only requires replacing a paper bag about once every 50 days.
Product photo of separate-style cordless stick vacuum cleaner
The Clean Dock automatically collects waste
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Telephone/fax | Comes with function to prevent unwanted calls for peace of mind
By setting the “Prevent unwanted calls”* function, the telephone will respond before it actually starts ringing, playing a message that informs the other person that their call will be recorded.When taking a call, the ring tone and warning announcement will be replayed one after the other, and if you pick up the phone, your conversation will be automatically recorded.
It also has a temperature and humidity alarm to warn about heat stroke and dryness.
Product photo of telephone
Product photo of fax
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Home Elevator | Move comfortably, even in a wheelchair
We reduced the size of the home elevator for easier and simpler installation, while maintaining minimal size for wheelchairs.
Product photo of Home Elevator
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Air Conditioner with Filter Cleaning Robot | Easy to maintain
The self-cleaning filter works when used in high places, making it easy to maintain.
How the Air Conditioner with Filter Cleaning Robot works
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Fully self-cleaning Toilet Alauno | Automatically cleans the toilet via bubble power
Thoroughly cleans the bowl with bubbles and running water each time you flush.
A cushion of bubbles prevents dirt from flying up from the bowl.
Product photo of Fully Self-cleaning Toilet Alauno
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Range Hood with Hydrophilic and Fluorine Coating | Doesn't leave the day-to-day dirt
This product reduces the cleaning frequency to once every 10 years with a new design that shakes off oil with high-speed rotation.
Product photo of Range Hood with Hydrophilic and Fluorine Coating
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Rechargeable Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aid | Easy communication
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.
Product photo of Rechargeable Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aid
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Clouge SQUARE Condominium Intercom | Voice-Operated
This intercom offers comfort and peace of mind in your life by increasing communication during visitor interactions, like a concierge, and through a range of cloud-based services. Residents can also use their voice to unlock the lobby, answer calls from the lobby, set up security, and operate devices connected to AiSEG.
Product photo of the Clouge condominium intercom
Illustration of how the Clouge SQUARE Condominium Intercom works
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Smart step open kitchen, cooking outlet | Thoroughly easy to use
With handy outlets, it makes it easy to use cooking appliances on the counter.
Product photo of Cooking Outlet
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Walk-training robot | Increasing the number of things people can do themselves
With design that accommodates all body shapes and AI technology that improves user safety with just the right amount of workload, this solution assists the elderly in regaining the ability and desire to walk.
Walk-training robot concept
Product photo of walk-training robot
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Package and communication card which make connection simple. For IoT compatible weight detection plates for refrigerators. | UD initiatives in packaging
A tool is sold separately on the assumption of connection to the app. The package is designed so anyone can make the connection easily. When you open the box, you will find a card with instructions on how to connect to the app.
Easy-access package design
Product photo of IoT compatible weight detection plates for refrigerators
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Package of replacement blades for Japan-use shavers | See what product it's for at a glance
The number of replacement blades is printed larger, as it varies by electric shaver model. This makes it easier to spot in crowded, confusing shop shelves.
Revamped Japan-use shavers
Product photo of package of replacement blades for Japan-use shavers
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Panasonic’s inner windows｜Alleviating rapid temperature changes
Adding inner windows to existing windows is a simple way to improve your windows.
Increasing the windows’ insulating properties reduces temperature differences over the entire house, and should alleviate the chill in your dressing room during winter.
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*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.