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Abstract

To provide a container that slows down the rate at which people drink alcoholic beverages. [Solution] The present invention provides a container 1 for holding liquid, which has a curved portion 3 and a drinking spout facing downwards. The first form is a container for holding liquid, which has a curved portion and a drinking spout facing downwards. If the angle between the horizontal plane and the drinking spout 2 is θ, then θ < 90°, and the drinking spout is facing downwards. In the first form, because the drinking spout is facing downwards, it is difficult to drink from the container while keeping it vertical. To drink with the drinking spout vertical, it is necessary to bring the mouth to the container from direction B, but this is difficult because the nose will hit the top of the drinking spout. When drinking from directions A, C, or D, it is necessary to tilt the container unnaturally to bring the drinking spout upwards, so it is not possible to drink immediately, and the drinking speed can be slowed down.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a container for drinking beverages such as liquor.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, the concept of harm reduction, which aims to reduce the harm of drinking by reducing the amount of alcohol consumed, has been spreading. In Non-Patent Document 1, a constriction is provided in the center of a glass to limit the flow rate, thereby restricting the speed at which beverages such as beer reach the drinking mouth and preventing overdrinking by drinkers.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Non-Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] One of the reasons for drinking liquor is to feel slightly drunk and improve one's mood by consuming alcohol. However, if one consumes more alcohol than the amount necessary to improve the mood, one may get drunk, become unconscious, and continue drinking until one passes out. As a result, there may be problem behaviors such as sexual harassment, power harassment, violence, vomiting, etc., or one may be injured or killed due to falling or accidents. Even if it does not reach that stage, excessive drinking has an adverse effect on organs, the digestive system, blood vessels, etc., so it is necessary to prevent overdrinking.

[0005] The urge to drink is deeply linked to psychological dependence, and the accumulation of past pleasurable experiences from drinking gradually strengthens this dependence. As a result, the amount of alcohol consumed gradually increases. To prevent excessive drinking, it is necessary to consciously train oneself in daily drinking behavior. While a strong will on the part of the drinker is a prerequisite for reducing alcohol consumption, physical and emotional support makes it even easier to succeed.

[0006] One effective training method to prevent excessive drinking is to use a container with a shape that makes it physically difficult to drink from, thereby slowing down the drinking speed. When drinking alcoholic beverages, a cup or other container is usually used, and the person holds the container in contact with the rim and tilts it so that the rim faces downwards. This causes the beverage to travel along the inside of the side wall of the container to the rim, and then through the person's mouth to the digestive system. By modifying the shape of the container, it is possible to slow down the drinking speed, thereby reducing the rate at which the drinker's blood alcohol concentration rises and reducing the speed at which they become intoxicated. Furthermore, by modifying the shape of the container, it is possible to add inconvenience or discomfort to the act of drinking, thereby reducing the pleasure of drinking and decreasing the degree of dependence on alcohol.

[0007] Another method involves using a container that requires drinking water before consuming alcohol. This allows individuals to refrain from drinking alcohol while drinking water, thus slowing down the rate of consumption. Furthermore, consuming water lowers blood alcohol concentration, prevents dehydration caused by drinking, and reduces the burden on the liver.

[0008] Another method to slow down the rate of drinking is to use a container shaped in a way that makes drinkers feel as if they are drinking alcohol. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] To solve the above problems, one embodiment of the present invention is: A container for holding liquids, The present invention provides a container having a curved section and a drinking spout facing downwards.

[0010] A second embodiment of the present invention is, A container in which the part for holding liquid is divided into two chambers, If the container is tilted towards the second chamber, only the liquid from the second chamber will flow out of the spout. The present invention provides a container in which, when tilted toward the first chamber, both the liquids in the first and second chambers flow out.

[0011] A third embodiment of the present invention is, A container for holding liquids, The side wall of the container is divided into two parts with a space in between. There is a hole in part of the inner side wall. The present invention provides a container in which, when the container is tilted, some or all of the liquid flows into the space through the holes. [Effects of the Invention]

[0012] According to the present invention, it is possible to reduce the amount of alcohol consumed by slowing down the speed at which alcohol is consumed. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0013] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a schematic perspective view of the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a schematic perspective view of another form of the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a schematic perspective view of the second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the third embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the third embodiment of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0014] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. The first embodiment of the present invention is a container for holding a liquid, which has a curved portion and a drinking mouth facing downward. A schematic cross-sectional view of the first embodiment of the present invention as seen from the direction perpendicular to the surface of the drinking mouth is shown in FIG. 2. If the angle formed by the horizontal plane and the drinking mouth is θ, then θ < 90°, and the drinking mouth faces downward.

[0015] In a normal container, the drinking mouth is horizontal, and it is possible to drink the beverage while keeping the container vertical. In the first embodiment of the present invention, since the drinking mouth faces downward, it is difficult to drink while keeping the container vertical. To drink while keeping the drinking mouth vertical, it is necessary to attach the mouth to the container from direction B, but it is difficult because the nose hits the upper part of the drinking mouth. When drinking from directions A, C, or D, an unnatural tilting operation of the container is required to turn the drinking mouth upward, and it is not possible to drink immediately, and the drinking speed can be reduced. Also, when drinking from direction A, there is a risk that the beverage will spill out of the container with momentum when the container is tilted, so it is necessary to drink carefully, which is difficult. When placing the container on a table or the like, it is necessary to keep the container vertical, and since the angle of the container has to be changed every time it is drunk or placed, it takes time and the drinking speed can be reduced.

[0016] Furthermore, since it is necessary to perform the troublesome operation of changing the angle of the container every time one drinks, it is possible to impart a sense of discomfort towards drinking, and by performing these operations daily, the dependence on drinking can be gradually reduced, and the amount of alcohol consumed can be gradually reduced. Drinkers usually do not want to perform troublesome operations, but if they have a strong will to reduce alcohol consumption, this container can serve as a self-restraint and motivate them to use it. Also, when this container is presented by a family member, etc., it can also serve as a motivation to use this container in front of that family member.

[0017] The angle θ formed by the horizontal plane and the drinking mouth is preferably greater than 90° and less than 180°, and more preferably greater than 100° and less than 170°.

[0018] Figure 3 shows a schematic perspective view of another form of the first embodiment of the present invention. The container has an inclined portion at the base, forming an angle φ with the horizontal plane. With this structure, when drinking from the mouth in the direction B, the jaw is more likely to hit the inclined portion, making it even more difficult to drink than in the case of FIG. 1. The angle φ formed by the horizontal plane and the inclined portion is preferably greater than 90° and less than 150°, and more preferably greater than 100° and less than 140°.

[0019] The second embodiment of the present invention is a container in which the liquid-containing portion is divided into two chambers. When the container is tilted to the second chamber side, only the liquid in the second chamber flows out from the drinking mouth, and when the container is tilted to the first chamber side, both the liquid in the first chamber and the second chamber flow out. Figure 4 shows a schematic perspective view of the second embodiment of the present invention. The container is separated into a first chamber and a second chamber by side walls, and the drinking mouth is inclined. The end of the drinking mouth on the first chamber side is lower than the end of the drinking mouth on the second chamber side. Thus, when there is beverage in both the first chamber and the second chamber, when the container is tilted to the second chamber side, only the liquid in the second chamber flows out from the drinking mouth, and when the container is tilted to the first chamber side, both the liquid in the first chamber and the second chamber flow out. For example, when liquor is in the first chamber side and water is in the second chamber side, it is difficult to drink properly because the water on the second chamber side will spill out when trying to drink the liquor on the first chamber side. Therefore, in order to drink the liquor in the first chamber, it is necessary to drink up the water in the second chamber first, which can slow down the drinking speed. Also, by drinking water, a rapid increase in blood alcohol concentration and dehydration symptoms can be suppressed.

[0020] When the water in the second chamber runs out, it can also be replenished by pouring water. The person pouring the water may be the drinker himself / herself, or someone other than the drinker, such as a family member. When water is poured into the second chamber, the liquor in the first chamber cannot be drunk until the poured water is drunk up, which can slow down the drinking speed. Also, when water is poured by a family member, the act itself becomes a message of supporting the drinker to reduce alcohol consumption, and the drinker can feel the thought of the family each time they drink the water, which becomes an encouragement to reduce alcohol consumption.

[0021] A third embodiment of the present invention is a container for liquid, wherein the side wall of the container is divided into two parts separated by a space, and a hole is made in a part of the inner side wall, so that when the container is tilted, some or all of the liquid flows into the space through the hole. Figures 5 and 6 are schematic cross-sectional views of the third embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 shows a bowl-shaped container placed horizontally and containing sake. Figure 6 shows a bowl-shaped container containing sake tilted. When the container is tilted to drink the sake inside, some of the sake flows into the space through the hole, so that the sake does not reach the drinker's mouth at all or only a little. Therefore, the amount of sake consumed is reduced and the speed of drinking can be slowed. Drinkers may feel dissatisfied because they cannot drink much sake even when the container is tilted, but in some cases, the act of tilting the sake cup and bringing it to the mouth is the purpose itself, and even if they do not drink any sake, they may feel satisfied by the illusion that they are drinking sake just by performing the act of tilting the sake cup and bringing it to their mouth. Depending on the amount of alcohol poured, it's possible to ensure that some alcohol remains at the bottom even after tilting the container and returning it to a horizontal position. This leads the drinker to believe there's still alcohol left and attempt to drink again. However, since most of the alcohol flows into the space through the holes, the drinker is unable to consume it and repeats this action. As a result, the amount of alcohol consumed decreases, and the speed of drinking slows down. [Examples]

[0022] The present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to examples, but the present invention is not limited to these. Possible materials for the containers of the first to third embodiments of the present invention include glass, plastic, ceramics, wood, paper, and metal. The shape of the container is not limited to a cylinder; it may also be an elliptical or rectangular prism. [Explanation of symbols]

[0023] 1: Container, 2: Drinking spout, 3: Curved section, 4: Sloping section, 5: First chamber, 6: Second chamber, 7: Space 8: Inner side wall, 9: Outer side wall, 10: Hole, 11: Liquid level

Claims

1. A container for holding liquids, The present invention provides a container having a curved section and a drinking spout facing downwards.

2. A container in which the part for holding liquid is divided into two chambers, If the container is tilted towards the second chamber, only the liquid from the second chamber will flow out of the spout. The present invention provides a container in which, when tilted toward the first chamber, both the liquids in the first and second chambers flow out.

3. A container for holding liquids, The side wall of the container is divided into two parts with a space in between. There is a hole in part of the inner side wall. A container in which, when the container is tilted, some or all of the liquid flows into the space through the holes.

4. A container according to claims 1 to 3, used for the purpose of slowing down the speed at which one drinks alcohol.

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