Nakanoshima Qross advances longevity medicine and startup support

The Future Medical Promotion Organization has announced new initiatives at the Nakanoshima Qross hub in Osaka to advance longevity medicine and support the global expansion of drug discovery and regenerative medicine startups. Seven companies have been selected for the ‘Global Startup Support’ program to facilitate business matching and participation in international life science events.

In the fitness sector, Anytime Fitness, operated by Fast Fitness Japan, has achieved first place in customer satisfaction within the fitness club industry according to the 2026 Japan Customer Satisfaction Index (JCSI). The brand led in multiple categories, including perceived quality, perceived value, recommendation intention, and loyalty.

Additionally, FIT-EASY is expanding its presence with the grand opening of a new large-scale amusement fitness club in Otagawa, Aichi Prefecture, on October 30, 2026. The facility will feature specialized services such as simulation golf, saunas, and ‘FIT-VOICE’ health karaoke.