# Sauna and wellness events in Japan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sauna-and-wellness-events-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-10-24T02:26:46.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The Japan Sauna Society announced its 2026 annual general meeting to be held on November 7 in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. The meeting, themed ‘The Science of Sauna: Well-being at Work and in Life,’ will explore the scientific benefits of sauna use for mental health, sleep, and stress, alongside its potential applications in preventive medicine and workplace environments.

Other regional wellness activities include the second annual ‘Oshi-buro Election’ hosted by Daiichi Takimotokan, a popularity contest for various baths running from late October through December 2026. Additionally, a one-day ‘Yaneno-ue Sauna’ event is scheduled for October 25 in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, utilizing a multi-story parking lot rooftop to host various tent saunas, including specialized setups for ice water cooling and meditative experiences.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Special sauna and bath events announced in Japan

Japan hosts unique wellness events, including a bath popularity contest at Daiichi Takimotokan and a rooftop tent sauna experience in Matsuyama's parking garage.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/special-sauna-and-bath-events-announced-in-japan

### 2026-10-06: Japan Sauna Society to hold 2026 annual meeting in Toyota City

The Japan Sauna Society will hold its 2026 annual meeting in Toyota City on November 7, focusing on the science of sauna, well-being, and its role in preventive medicine and workplace culture.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-sauna-society-to-hold-2026-annual-meeting-in-toyota-city

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