| NAME | Erina Nambu |
|---|---|
| AGE | 10 |
| PRIZE | The Asahi Shimbun Prize |
| COMMENTARY | This invention is usually the size of a coin, but when it senses fire or smoke, a chemical reaction occurs that makes it envelop the entire body of its holder. This is a sturdy material that keeps someone from feeling heat, and can be used for babies as well as adults. |