A visit to the planetarium will first and foremost dazzle one's sense of sight, but the Ikebukuro Konica Minolta Planetarium in Japan is hoping to make the experience all the more immersive by integrating scent.
The Star Night Healing event is described as a "forest therapy" experience that sets the stars amidst an enchanting woodland scene. The entire experience is designed to give rest and relaxation to the busy minds and bodies of people who live in the city.
The oils that are used at the event are specially selected for their beneficial properties. For instance, hinoki cypress from Yakushima will be used, which is rich in phytoncide, which is a chemical that is known for its healing properties. In fact, the term "forest bathing" refers to the Japanese practice of using wood essential oils for the purposes of supporting one's immune system,
Aromatic Planetarium Events
The Star Night Healing Event is Enhanced with Essential Oil Scents
Trend Themes
1. Multisensory Planetarium Experiences - As with aromatic planetarium events, businesses can heighten experiences by integrating different senses to provide users a full sensory experience
2. Therapeutic Sensory Events - Using beneficial properties of different scents can create therapeutic experiences for customers
3. Ecotherapy Experiences - Ecotherapy utilizing the healing properties of the natural world could help guide future immersive experiences
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Multisensory experiences could improve theaters, museums, theme parks and more
2. Wellness - Ecotherapy experiences could be useful for rehab and wellness centers
3. Tourism - Integrating different sensory experiences in tourism spots could provide novel experiences for tourists