In this research, we introduce a case where the methodology of
Shikakeology is used to improve the utilization rate of hand sanitizer
dispenser. Shikakeology is an academic field that aims to realize a
social system that "selfish behavior" results in “altruistic behavior”
for society by means of "shikake". In other words, the shikake becomes
an approach for solving social problems.
In this research, we introduce a case of shikake using an analogy of
"The Mouth of the Truth" because it triggers the action of putting a
hand into the mouth. We set up a replica of Mouth of Truth at the
entrance of the food court of a shopping mall. An automatic hand
sanitizer dispenser is installed in the mouth of the replica, and
disinfecting liquid is sprayed and disinfected in hand when putting in
hands.
Utilization rate when ordinary hand disinfector was installed was only
3%. However, when installing the Mouth of Truth disinfector, the
utilization rate improved to 13%. From this result, it became clear
that the shikake using an analogy of "The Mouth of Truth" is effective
in improving the utilization rate of hand hygiene.