"Japanese Firm Introduces Vertical Sleep Pod, a Dream or a Nightmare?"
Japanese firm Koyoju Plywood Corporation has unveiled a vertical sleep pod called 'Giraffenap' that allows office employees to take power naps while standing upright. The pod, about the size of a small phone booth, features platforms that support body weight and block out external noise. It offers two designs, 'spacia' and 'forest', and is equipped with amenities like a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and ventilation fan. The company aims to create a society where napping is easily accessible to improve business and healthcare. The pod is being installed in offices and cafes, and studies have shown that short naps can boost productivity and well-being.