2026

Apr.22, 2026

Pasona Group to Open Long-Stay Proactive Wellness Retreat Facility "THE PASONA natureverse retreat" on June 23
-- Introducing Sensor-Integrated Bed^* Co-Developed by NITORI and MinebeaMitsumi --

Pasona Group Inc. (Head Office: Chiyoda City, Tokyo; Representative Director, Chairperson and CEO: Hirotaka Wakamoto; hereinafter "Pasona Group") is set to open the long-stay proactive wellness retreat facility "THE PASONA natureverse retreat" (Operated by Pasona Resort Inc.) on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, on Tuesday, June 23.
For the opening, the facility is introducing the sensor-integrated bed^* co-developed by NITORI Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kita-ku, Sapporo-shi; Representative Director, Chairperson & President: Akio Nitori; hereinafter "NITORI") and MinebeaMitsumi Inc. (Head Office: Nagano Prefecture, Representative Director, Chairman CEO: Yoshihisa Kainuma; hereinafter "MinebeaMitsumi") into its guest rooms.
The bed integrates core technology from the concept bed displayed as "Future of Sleep" at the PASONA NATUREVERSE pavilion of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The facility aims to offer a residential experience featuring this specialized home-use bed product, providing guests with an optimal sleep comfort that evolves with each individual's unique physical state.

"Proactive wellness retreat," envisioned by the Pasona Group, aims to extend healthy life expectancy by harmonizing the mind and body through three core pillars: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sleep. Based on this vision, the facility will be providing a comprehensive support system for long-term stays, ranging from housekeeping and dedicated mobility services (dedicated vehicles and transfers) to a medical support network in collaboration with Kobe University Hospital and an on-site clinic, proposing 'New Form of Villa Life' on Awaji Island—an environment to rejuvenate your mind and body without the burden of ownership.
The inception of this facility is rooted in "NATUREVERSE^**"—the vision for the future presented by the Pasona Group at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. At the Expo, Pasona Group exhibited a pavilion named PASON NATUREVERSE, displaying the vision of "NATUREVERSE," a worldview that realizes the holistic well-being of all people through three essential dimensions; physic health, mental health, and social health. In collaboration with MinebeaMitsumi, the pavilion exhibited the concept bed that demonstrates technology-enabled "future of sleep," personalized optimal sleep comfort. This exhibition drew the significant attention from visitors.
Utilizing core technology from the concept bed displayed at this "Future of Sleep" area, NITORI and MinebeaMitsumi have productized an electric bed that automatically adjusts sleep posture by detecting body movement during sleep. Continuous monitoring of Reference weight is also available. The bed has been on sales for general household since February 2026.
During visitor's stay, the facility will be offering a personalized comfortable sleep environment by introducing a sensor-integrated bed that adjusts sleep posture according to movement during sleep. The facility aims to serve as proactive wellness retreat that offers more than just a place to stay, enhancing holistic well-being and support the foundation of a healthy, vibrant lifestyle for every guest.
Pasona Group, NITORI, and MinebeaMitsumi are committed to integrating each of their expertise and technologies, contributing to realizing a wellbeing-centered society while supporting people's lives.

* The product serves as a household electric bed, not as a medical equipment. It is not intended for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of any disease.

• ** Truly enriched world envisioned by the Pasona Group—where humanity, nature, and technology coexist in harmony, and people are connected through a spirit of compassion.

『THE PASONA natureverse retreat』Overview

Open Date	Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Address	2942-39, Iwaya, Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture
Feature	Sleep (Leveraging "Future of Sleep" concept technologies) The facility will feature "sensor electric beds" that utilize some of the technologies of the "concept beds" exhibited in the "Future Sleep" area at Pasona Group's pavilion "PASONA NATUREVERSE" at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. These beds will provide a comfortable sleeping experience tailored to each guest's condition. * Limited to rooms designated for wellness programs. Nutrition (Wellness gastronomy incorporating a "proactive wellness" approach) Restaurants led by renowned, Michelin-starred chefs will offer culinary experiences that make use of ingredients from Awaji Island and incorporate a "proactive wellness" approach. A wide variety of genres will be available, including Japanese cuisine, healthy French cuisine, and shojin (Buddhist vegetarian) cuisine. Personal "Proactive Wellness" Programs (Thalassotherapy, exercise, etc.) "Proactive Wellness" programs are personally designed to reflect each guest's physical and mental condition, and the length and purpose of their stay. Activities such as physical training and thalassotherapy aim to establish conditioning that can be continued without strain. On the seaside boardwalk stretching out to the ocean, yoga and Zen sessions help to balance mind & body amid the sea breeze and natural light. Proactive Wellness Facilitators (Program support & consultation) Proactive Wellness Facilitators care for each guest, ensuring the rhythm of exercise and rest is just right to strengthen conditioning without excessive strain. When necessary, they will coordinate with the in-house clinic to ensure a stay of optimum comfort and serenity. Hot Spring & Guest Rooms (Views of Osaka Bay & natural hot spring) Deepen relaxation and a sense of wellbeing in ocean-side guest rooms with views of Osaka Bay and the natural scenery of Awaji Island. * Specifications and facilities may vary depending on room type. Water Entrance & Boardwalk The architectural design is by Shigeru Ban, a world-renowned architect and Pritzker Architecture Prize laureate. The focus on wood harmonizes with the natural environment, as the design creates a sustainable space in tune with each guests' mind and body, as well as the flow of time throughout their stay. An ocean side entrance and dock capable of accommodating superyachts is planned for development. Guests will be welcomed via an approximately 300-meter boardwalk where they can feel the sea breeze and listen to the sound of waves. Culture & Exchange (Events in collaboration with the "Music Island project," etc.) Each stay is enriched through a variety of cultural events and performance produced in collaboration with Pasona Group's initiatives on Awaji Island. These include the Music Island Project, the taiko ensemble `Kotan', PASONA Awaji World Ballet, and PASONA AWAJI OPERA COMPANY. A wealth of experiences only possible on Awaji Island are also yours to enjoy, from aerial Zen meditation at "Zenbo Seinei" to farming experiences. Discover new ways to engage your senses, calm your mind and find moments of deep inner peace. Medical Support System (In collaboration with Kobe University Hospital) By establishing a medical support system in collaboration with Kobe University Hospital and the clinic located within the retreat, the facility is working to create an environment in which guests can enjoy a long-term stay with peace of mind. Housekeeping Services To make sure every guest can make the most of their time to focus on physical and mental recovery, housekeeping services take care of everyday chores such as cleaning or changing linens. Dedicated Mobility Services (Pick-up/drop-off & private vehicles) Including travel to Awaji Island itself, the facility will arrange transportation and other logistics from start to finish during your stay, so guests can enjoy the food & culture across the island carefree. Multilingual Services For overseas guests, rest at ease with communication support from multilingual signage to program explanations.
Building Area	3,468.2 ㎡
Total Floor Area	11,184.4 ㎡
Structure	Reinforced concrete, 5 stories
Number of Rooms	57
Design	Obayashi Corporation
Construction	Obayashi Corporation
Ancillary Facilities	Thalasso spa, fitness gym, clinic, restaurant, café, bar, over-water outdoor stage, business center, event hall
Access	By car: Approx. 3 min. from Awaji I.C. on the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway
By highway bus	a short walk from highway bus stop "Iwaya Junior High School-mae"
By boat	Approx. 18 min. on foot from Iwaya Port, served by the high-speed boat "Awaji Jenova Line"
Website	https://thepasona.com/
Inquiries	info_thepasona@jp.pasona.com
Note	The above information is current as of the time of this release and is subject to change. For the latest information, please refer to the website.

Company Overview

Pasona Group Inc.

Address	PASONA SQUARE, Minami-Aoyama 3-1-30, Tokyo 107-8351 Japan
Foundation	February 16, 1976
Paid-in Capital	5 billion yen
Representative	Hirotaka Wakamoto, Representative Director, Chairperson and CEO
Business Activities	BPO Solutions (Contracting) , Expert Solutions (Temporary staffing), Career Solutions (Placement/Recruiting, Outplacement), Global Solutions (Overseas), Life Solutions (Childcare support business and education business, Nursing care business, Life Support business), Regional Revitalization and Tourism Solutions
URL	https://www.pasonagroup.co.jp/english/

NITORI Co., Ltd.

Head Office	6-20, Kamiya 3-chome, Kita-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 1150043
Foundation	1967
Capital	1,000 million yen
Representative	Akio Nitori, Representative Director, Chairperson & President
Business	Planning, development, and sales of furniture and home furnishing products, corporate sales, home renovation business, and more
URL	https://www.nitori.co.jp/en/

MinebeMitsumi Inc.

Media Inquiries

PR Deparment, Pasona Group Inc.

PIC: Fujimaki/Hashimoto/Kosuge
Phone: +81-(0)3-6734-0215 E-mail: p.kohobu@pasonagroup.co.jp

Public relations Department, Nitori Holdings Co., Ltd.

PIC: Osaka/Iwawaki
Phone: +81-(0)3-6741-1213 E-mail: koho@nitori.jp

Corporate Communications & Investor Relations Office, MinebeaMitsumi Inc.

PIC: Komine/Sato
Phone: +81-(0)3-6758-6703 E-mail: koffice@minebeamitsumi.com

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