SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) (“SBC Medical,” or the “Company”), a global owner, operator and provider of management services and products to cosmetic treatment centers, is pleased to announce that its corporate welfare program, “SBC Wellness,” has been adopted by Waqoo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Fumihira Samata; hereinafter referred to as “Waqoo”).
Corporate wellness programs are undergoing significant evolution, increasingly centered around health management and wellness support. Maintaining employee health is now recognized as a critical factor in enhancing engagement, boosting productivity, and preventing turnover—making it a strategic area of investment for companies. In recent years, more organizations are incorporating advanced benefits such as aesthetic medicine and reproductive healthcare to help employees achieve personalized, fulfilling lifestyles.
Waqoo Inc., whose mission is “Creating Hope for the Future of Our Country,” operates in two main business areas: medical support and direct-to-consumer (D2C). In its medical support business, Waqoo provides processing services derived from blood components and is actively involved in regenerative medicine. In the D2C space, the company handles the end-to-end planning, management, and distribution of in-house brands such as HADA NATURE and sodatel, fostering direct and sustained relationships with end users both in Japan and abroad.
With over 60% of its workforce composed of women, Waqoo places strong emphasis on creating an inclusive work environment where diverse talent can thrive. The company is committed to supporting employees in building meaningful careers and achieving their ideal lifestyles. As part of this effort, Waqoo has adopted the SBC Wellness program, giving employees access to a wide range of services, including:
●Aesthetic Medicine Support: Special pricing for skincare treatments and anti-aging procedures
●Dental Care: Whitening and orthodontic services
●Reproductive Healthcare: Egg freezing and fertility treatments (available through SBC’s partner clinics)
●VIP Concierge Services: Consultations and appointment coordination via LINE and a dedicated hotline
SBC leverages a robust network of 247 clinics in Japan and abroad, offering comprehensive medical support not only in aesthetic medicine, but also in dentistry, AGA treatment, gynecology, fertility, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and regenerative medicine. Looking ahead, SBC aims to establish partnerships with 10% of Japan’s approximately 10,000 major corporations, expanding its current customer base of 4 million by 1.5x. This strategy will further strengthen its corporate wellness business and contribute to the advancement of health-oriented corporate management across Japan.
About the SBC Wellness Welfare Program
We provide support to help you maintain a healthy and clean appearance. This program is designed to assist you in achieving your beauty goals by offering personalized advice and recommendations through SBC VIP Concierge services. Our concierge team will listen to your concerns and provide guidance on treatment options, clinic selection, and scheduling via LINE※ or a dedicated VIP hotline. This ensures that even first-time patients can feel confident and comfortable when receiving aesthetic medical treatments. We will handle clinic introductions and appointments on your behalf, as well as schedule adjustments. We will arrange treatments at the most favorable prices based on SBC's various campaign information.
*LINE is a registered trademark or trademark of LINE Corporation.
Corporate Comprehensive Consulting
We propose customized welfare plans tailored to the needs of your company to support the improvement of employee satisfaction. For example, support for infertility treatment and egg freezing is adopted by major U.S. companies such as GAFA, helping to provide an environment where employees can work with peace of mind while respecting their life plans. This program is available at SBC's clinic network, “Roppongi Ladies Clinic” and “Kanagawa Ladies Clinic.”
Waqoo Inc.
Waqoo Inc. operates under the mission of “Creating Hope for the Future of Our Country.” To realize this vision, the company has established a robust Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) business model, focusing on the planning and development of proprietary cosmetic brands such as HADA NATURE and sodatel. These products are sold directly to consumers through the company’s own e-commerce platforms and other online channels.
In August 2022, Waqoo entered a strategic business alliance with SBC Medical Group Co., Ltd. Further expanding its footprint in the medical field, the company acquired 100% ownership of Cellpro Japan Co. Ltd. in December 2023. This acquisition marks Waqoo’s full-scale entry into the regenerative medicine sector, where it now offers contract-based processing services derived from blood components in close collaboration with its group companies.
Stock Exchange: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market
Stock Code: 4937
Headquarters: 2-14-1 Kamiuma, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Representative: Fumihira Samata, President and CEO
Business Segments: Medical Support Services, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C)
About SBC Medical
SBC Medical, headquartered in Irvine, California and Tokyo, Japan, owns and provides management services and products to cosmetic treatment centers. The Company is primarily focused on providing comprehensive management services to franchisee clinics, including but not limited to advertising and marketing needs across various platforms (such as social media networks), staff management (such as recruitment and training), booking reservations for franchisee clinic customers, assistance with franchisee employee housing rentals and facility rentals, construction and design of franchisee clinics, medical equipment and medical consumables procurement (resale), the provision of cosmetic products to franchisee clinics for resale to clinic customers, licensure of the use of patent-pending and non-patented medical technologies, trademark and brand use, IT software solutions (including but not limited to remote medical consultations), management of the franchisee clinic’s customer rewards program (customer loyalty point program), and payment tools for the franchisee clinics.
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Contacts
SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated
Hikaru Fukui / Head of Investor Relations
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