[First in Japan] Gunma Kiryu's 'Circular Welfare Model' where 'Play' Becomes Functional Training, Expanding Nationwide with Simultaneous Introduction in 5 Facilities

Global Standard Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture, Representative Director: Tomoyuki Noguchi) is expanding its 'Circular Welfare Project,' which refurbishes decommissioned pachinko machines and provides them free of charge to welfare facilities for use in functional training and recreation. This initiative, originating from Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture, is now gaining nationwide traction with simultaneous introduction in multiple regions. It is structured as a 'Circular Welfare Model' that simultaneously solves two social issues: the reuse of amusement machines and the creation of exercise opportunities for the elderly. **Actual Utilization Scenes** This time, the introduction has been completed in welfare facilities in Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture, Fukuoka Prefecture, and Chiba Prefecture. Furthermore, simultaneous introduction is progressing in a total of 5 facilities, including Saitama Prefecture and Gifu Prefecture. What started as a local initiative has now reached a realistic stage of nationwide expansion, driven by accumulating implementation実績. **Feature: Whole-body Functional Training** Cases have been confirmed where users' exercise time has increased approximately threefold through patented technology, demonstrating its effectiveness in rehabilitation. It focuses on the fun of 'play' to naturally encourage continuous functional training, addressing the challenge of maintaining motivation in conventional rehabilitation. This unique approach allows users to actively engage their upper body through grip operations, and concentrate on the screen, promoting both physical and cognitive activation. The project aims to contribute to a sustainable society and improve the quality of life for the elderly by extending healthy life expectancy and promoting social participation. It exemplifies a sustainable development goal (SDG) by reusing resources and enhancing social welfare.