Meganesuper Introduces HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest® as New Options for Childhood Myopia

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  • Meganesuper Introduces HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest® as New Options for Childhood Myopia
  • Meganesuper will introduce HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest®, lenses effective in controlling myopia progression in children, at 31 stores nationwide starting June 2026. Based on ophthalmologist prescriptions, specialized staff will support the proper creation of glasses, aiming to promote understanding of children's vision care.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 10, 2026

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Meganesuper will introduce HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest®, lenses effective in controlling myopia progression in children, at 31 stores nationwide starting June 2026. Based on ophthalmologist prescriptions, specialized staff will support the proper creation of glasses, aiming to promote understanding of children's vision care.

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Meganesuper Introduces HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest® as New Options for Childhood Myopia (June 10, 2026), PR Times
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June 10, 2026
Meganesuper will introduce HOYA's MiYOSMART and Nikon-Essilor's Stellest®, lenses effective in controlling myopia progression in children, at 31 stores nationwide starting June 2026. Based on ophthalmologist prescriptions, specialized staff will support the proper creation of glasses, aiming to promote understanding of children's vision care.

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  • 📰 Published: June 10, 2026 at 20:00
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Meganesuper, operated by Intermecom Co., Ltd., will begin offering HOYA Corporation's myopia control spectacle lenses for children, "MiYOSMART," from Monday, June 1, 2026, and Nikon-Essilor's myopia care lenses for children, "Stellest®," from Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 31 select stores nationwide.

In recent years, the visual environment surrounding children has changed significantly due to the widespread use of smartphones and tablet devices, leading to increased concern about myopia. In this context, both products are spectacle lenses attracting attention as new options for childhood myopia, and both are manufactured based on an ophthalmologist's prescription. The 31 stores targeted this time have been selected based on their ability to handle ophthalmologist prescriptions, as well as the presence of certified opticians and their completion of required training and certifications. Furthermore, coinciding with "Children's Eye Day" on Wednesday, June 10, and the timing of school vision screenings, this initiative aims to promote understanding of appropriate vision care and support the creation of glasses based on diagnosis and prescription, aligning with the increased focus on children's vision.

■ Handling Overview

Start Date: HOYA "MiYOSMART" Monday, June 1, 2026

Nikon-Essilor "Stellest®" Thursday, June 11, 2026

Handling Stores: 31 select Meganesuper stores nationwide (https://www.meganesuper.co.jp/lens/child-miyopia/)

(Fukushima Yanome Store, Aeon Town Hirosaki Hinokuchi Store, Shibata Store, Fukui Ninomiya Store, Namekawa Store, Tonami Main Store, Shiki Minamiguchi Ekimae Store, Inage Store, Inage Kaigan Store, Chiba Tsuga Store, Takadanobaba Main Store, Kagurazaka Store, Nakano Sunmall Store, Chitose Karasuyama Store, Azabu Juban Store, LaLaport Toyosu Store, Oji Store, Shin Koiwa Ekimae Store, Mitaka Coral Store, Chofu Main Store, Atsugi Odori Store, Moto Sumiyoshi Store, Mizonokuchi Main Store, Alps Dori Kofu Main Store, Hamamatsu Sanno Store, Nagoya Hirabari/Hara Store, Kusatsu Main Store, Shimizugane Main Store, Kusatsu Noji Store, Omihachiman Store, Moriyama Store)

Special Website: HOYA "MiYOSMART"

https://www.meganesuper.co.jp/lens/hoya/miyosmart.html

Nikon-Essilor "Stellest®"

https://www.meganesuper.co.jp/lens/essilor-stellest.html

Manufacturing Conditions: An ophthalmologist's prescription is required.

■ About the Products Handled

・HOYA "MiYOSMART"

"MiYOSMART" is a spectacle lens for childhood myopia with a special structure that utilizes D.I.M.S. technology. It has a natural appearance, almost indistinguishable from regular spectacle lenses, and is designed for children's daily use.

An ophthalmologist's prescription is required for purchase. At eligible Meganesuper stores, we provide support for glasses manufacturing, fitting, and aftercare based on the prescription.

・Nikon-Essilor "Stellest®"

"Stellest®" is a myopia care lens for children that utilizes H.A.L.T. technology, based on the optical design technology cultivated by Essilor.

The lens surface features 1,021 micro-aspherical lenslets arranged in 11 concentric circles. A zone for clear vision is provided in the center, designed for comfortable use in various daily scenes such as school life and outdoor activities.

"Stellest®" is a product provided through authorized retailers who have undergone specific training and certification, based on an ophthalmologist's prescription.

■ Purchase and Manufacturing Process

An ophthalmologist's prescription is required to manufacture these products. First, please visit an ophthalmologist and obtain a prescription based on the doctor's diagnosis and judgment. With the prescription, visit an eligible store to select frames, arrange for lenses, have glasses manufactured, fitted, and receive aftercare. For detailed product information, please check the official websites of each manufacturer. For consultation regarding prescriptions, please consult your local ophthalmologist.

Meganesuper is committed to creating, fitting, and providing aftercare for glasses tailored to each individual's vision and usage environment through its nationwide stores. Children's vision is a crucial factor deeply related to all aspects of daily life, including school, learning, and sports. Therefore, we believe it is important for parents to be interested in their children's vision from an early stage and consult an ophthalmologist as needed.

Moving forward, Meganesuper will continue to support the realization of comfortable visual lives by working closely with each child, valuing the collaboration between ophthalmologists' diagnoses and prescriptions, and opticians' glasses manufacturing and fitting.

FAQ

What are the causes of progressive myopia in children?

Major causes include prolonged use of digital devices like smartphones and tablets, reduced time spent outdoors, and genetic factors.

What are the benefits of inhibiting myopia progression?

Inhibiting myopia progression can prevent the transition to high myopia in the future and reduce the risk of eye diseases such as retinal detachment and glaucoma.

Do these lenses cure myopia?

No, these lenses do not cure myopia but aim to inhibit its progression. Medical diagnosis by an ophthalmologist is necessary for treatment.