// Disciplines
sensory science
5 topics
- ASMR Culture
Is Dependence on Sound a Weakness or a Habit?
When one feels 'dependent' on sound—particularly ASMR or specific ambient sounds—is it merely a habitual preference, or a sign of some weakn…
- Onsen
What Does the Scent of Hot Springs Evoke?
The scent of onsen — the distinctive aroma of sulfur and minerals — is not merely a chemical stimulus but a powerful trigger that evokes mem…
- ASMR Culture
What Is Missing in the Era When ASMR Becomes Popular?
Now that ASMR has gained worldwide popularity, what is missing in our era? This question reads the background in which 'pseudo-intimacy' and…
- ASMR Culture
Where Does the Sense That Silence Is Scary Come From?
Where does the sense of anxiety or fear that arises in a state of silence come from? This question illuminates both the psychology of wantin…
- ASMR Culture
Why Do Whispering Voices Bring a Sense of Security?
Whispering is one of the signature triggers in ASMR. Why do people feel security and comfort from others' soft, whispered voices, sometimes …