[Minami-Kusatsu, Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture] 24-Hour Fitness Gym 'ECOFIT24 Minami-Kusatsu Store' Opens

AEC Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture; CEO: Yasuhiro Nakamura), which operates the 24-hour fitness gym 'ECOFIT24', will open its 51st store nationwide, 'ECOFIT24 Minami-Kusatsu Store', in Oiwake Minami, Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture on Monday, April 20, 2026.

'ECOFIT24' is expanding its stores nationwide as a fitness gym that combines a low price of 2,980 yen per month (3,278 yen including tax) with 24-hour unmanned operation.

Currently, we are expanding to a scale of 50 stores nationwide, and plan to roll out further to build a 100-store system in the future.

Pre-Opening Viewing and Campaign Information

At the ECOFIT24 Minami-Kusatsu store, we will hold a pre-opening viewing event prior to the grand opening. You can freely tour the inside of the facility and check the machines and equipment.

No reservations are required for the viewing, and you can visit the gym at any time during the event hours.

In addition, prior to the opening, we will run a pre-enrollment campaign. By joining during this period, you can save up to approximately 8,000 yen on initial costs. Please take advantage of this opportunity. *Please note that the campaign will end as soon as capacity is reached.

### Pre-Opening Viewing Friday, April 17 - Sunday, April 19, 2026, 10:00 - 20:00 *No reservation required

### Grand Opening Monday, April 20, 2026, 10:00 -

Features of ECOFIT24 Minami-Kusatsu Store

### Accessible Location The ECOFIT24 Minami-Kusatsu store is located a 5-minute drive from 'Minami-Kusatsu Station' on the JR Biwako Line.

It is also easily accessible, being a 5-minute drive from the Ritsumeikan University Biwako-Kusatsu Campus, and since it is located along Kagayaki-dori Avenue, it is convenient for those arriving by car.

It is easy to stop by on your daily commute to school or work, allowing you to incorporate training into your daily life without strain.

### Affordable Pricing of 2,980 Yen/Month (3,278 Yen with Tax) ECOFIT24 is a 24-hour fitness gym that can be used for 2,980 yen per month (3,278 yen including tax). It has a pricing structure that makes it easy for everyone, from first-time gym-goers to daily trainers, to continue without financial strain.

### Training Environment with Over 30 Machines The facility is equipped with a total of over 30 machines, primarily focusing on cardio and strength training equipment.

Training suited to various goals is possible for everyone from beginners to advanced users.