# Wasabi Fire Alarms Japanese Develop Alarm for the Deaf With Strong Scent By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-02-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasabi-fire-alarms References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2010/01/31/wasabi-fire-alarm/) & [news.cnet](http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10443919-1.html) Running an eye-watering $560, these Wasabi fire alarms were invented for those who cannot hear, but still need protection from the [dangers of fire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-detection-and-suppression). The concept was developed a couple of years ago, but the Wasabi only recently hit the market. I know why they chose Wasabi, but it makes you wonder what other alarms could have come about considering there are [so many other odors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-smell) in the world. Check out more on the Wasabi fire alarms by following the links below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Scent-based Alarms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Companies can develop alarm systems that use different scents to alert individuals with hearing impairments. - **Inclusive Safety Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create safety devices that cater to different needs, such as alarms for the visually impaired or those with mobility issues. - **Multisensory Alerts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build alarm systems that combine multiple sensory cues, such as sound, light, and scent, to ensure individuals with disabilities are alerted effectively. ### Where This Applies - **Home Security:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop inclusive fire alarm systems for home security companies catering to individuals with disabilities. - **Assistive Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate new devices and technologies for the assistive technology industry that enhance the safety and well-being of individuals with disabilities. - **Smart Home Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate scent-based alarm systems with smart home automation solutions to create a more inclusive and accessible living environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Aromatic Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paramita-universal-alarm-clock.md) - [Wasabi-Flavored Toothpastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasabi-flavored-toothpaste.md) - [Pungent Wasabi Vodkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasabi-vodka.md) - [Extra-Spicy Korean Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaming-korean-fire-chicken.md) - [Smart Home Safety Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-alert-smart-smoke-carbon-monoxide-co-alarm.md) - [Wasabi Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasabi-popcorn.md) - [Intelligent Processor Smoke Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-ma151-smart-smoke-alarm.md) - [Food-Delivering Smoke Detectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdelivery-detector.md) - [Smoke Alarm Home Alerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-recognition.md)