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Walk-In “Human Fridges” are Japan’s newest heatwave weapon

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 22, 2026 at 3:48 PM

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Designed to stop heatstroke in its tracks, the “Do Hiemon Box” delivers rapid, targeted cooling during extreme weather. Originally built for outdoor workplaces, this personal cooling booth is now expanding to public spaces.

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