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Astronaut tests underwear washed once in a blue moon

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Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata is testing antibacterial underwear, which he'll bring back -- used -- for analysis.

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By CLOE CABRERA | The Tampa Tribune

Published: July 31, 2009

Where better than space to test a new odor-eating underwear?

Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata is at the International Space Station testing underwear made of a new type of antibacterial fabric that neutralizes odors and repels the funk, even when worn for several days.

He's bringing back the used undergarments for scientific analysis.

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency says the underwear -- along with shirts, pants and socks -- are called J-ware and could soon be available on Earth.

We checked with Target, and the line has yet to land on shelves.

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