SIXPAD Foot Fit 3 Series Certified as Kanagawa Prefecture's 'ME-BYO BRAND'; Selected for Kanagawa ME-BYO Living Lab Demonstration Project

MTG Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Aichi; President: Tsuyoshi Matsushita) is pleased to announce that the "SIXPAD Foot Fit 3 Series" from its total wellness brand, SIXPAD, has been certified as a "ME-BYO BRAND" by Kanagawa Prefecture.

Additionally, we are pleased to announce that a joint research project using this product with Yokohama City University has been selected for the FY2025 Kanagawa ME-BYO Living Lab Demonstration Project.

SIXPAD aims to promote the social implementation of ME-BYO (pre-symptomatic) improvement solutions in collaboration with local governments, medical institutions, and research organizations, contributing to the realization of vibrant lives for people around the world.

Overview of "ME-BYO BRAND"

By certifying excellent ME-BYO-related products and services as "ME-BYO BRAND," Kanagawa Prefecture aims to promote the appeal of the ME-BYO industry and drive its industrialization. Certification is awarded to products expected to contribute to the visualization and improvement of the pre-symptomatic state in areas such as lifestyle habits, life functions, mental health/stress, and cognitive function, thereby leading to changes in the awareness and behavior of prefecture residents.

The "Foot Fit 3 Series" was certified for its innovative functionality that allows simultaneous stimulation of the soles, calves, and shins via EMS*1, and its design that enables even elderly individuals with difficulty exercising to continue usage without strain.

*1 EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation)

Overview of the "Kanagawa ME-BYO Living Lab" Demonstration Project

The Kanagawa ME-BYO Living Lab is an initiative that supports demonstration sites within local communities and workplaces so that residents can work on improving their pre-symptomatic health with greater peace of mind. The prefecture selects demonstration plans and conducts post-implementation evaluations, supporting the acquisition of scientific evidence and the construction of social implementation models in collaboration with local governments, medical institutions, and research organizations.