RESEARCH

Olfactory Science

01

Field: Scent and Perception

Olfactory Science

We examine the molecules of scent and the mechanisms of olfaction from a scientific perspective, and explore how people perceive scent.

Space and Scent

02

Field: Scent and Space

Space and Scent

We observe the relationship between a space's environment and purpose and its scent, and explore what scent means for the perception and experience of space.

Olfaction and Sensibility

03

Field: Scent, Memory and Sensibility

Olfaction and Sensibility

Focusing on the relationships between scent and memory, emotion, and impression, we consider the influence of scent on human sensibility.

Plant and Natural Scents

04

Field: Scent, Culture and Nature

Plant and Natural Scents

We observe the scents that plants produce, and record the relationships among plants, seasons, the environment, and scent.

Scent and Experience Design

05

Field: Scent and Space

Scent and Experience Design

We consider the relationships among scent, space, narrative, and sensory experience, and explore new possibilities for experience through scent.

Scent and Japanese Culture

06

Field: Scent, Culture and Nature

Scent and Japanese Culture

We explore the history and sensibility of scent as it has been nurtured within Japan's nature, daily life, and culture.