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Project to construct a second evolutionary earthbag sauna "KUu" in Onna Village, Okinawa Project to be implemented until April 3 for the construction of "KUu" in Onna Village, Okinawa

~Opening up new horizons in sauna culture

株式会社アイエンキエン

Sago kakeRu] (operated by Aien Kien Co., Ltd.; located in Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture; CEO: Tomokazu Matsui), which is working to spread the earthbag sauna culture throughout Japan, is aiming to build the world's first* earthbag sauna [KUu] as a new challenge to promote ecology and wellness at a place called the sacred land in Onna Village, Okinawa. The project is being conducted on Makuake from Sunday, February 2 to Thursday, April 3, 2025, with the aim of constructing an evolutionary earthbag sauna (supervised by a madsaunist) [KUu] to follow the earthbag sauna [THE ZEN].


Makuake】Project page

https://www.makuake.com/project/kuu/


沖縄に進化型アースバッグサウナ【KUu】誕生へ。

Evolutionary earthbag sauna "KUu" to be born in Okinawa.


Development Background

In our stressful society, we need a place where we can be free from our overcrowded daily lives, have time for ourselves, and regain our true selves.

Saunas are believed to promote relaxation of the body and mind, relieve stress, and refresh one's mood. Saunas are popular among people of all ages because the warm environment promotes blood circulation, making it easier to condition the body, and provides an invigorating sensation through perspiration.


After the success of the world's first* earthbag sauna [THE ZEN], we conceived the next project [KUu] to pursue harmony with nature. We aim to create a new sauna experience in Onna Village, Okinawa, a sacred place that resonates with the magnificent nature and liberates the mind and body.


According to our own research


心強いプロジェクトパートナーと名だたるプロジェクト応援団の皆様

Reassuring project partners and renowned project supporters


Features

Earthbag sauna attracting attention in the sauna industry

By using earth as the main material, this sauna excels in heat storage and radiation, and the soft heat warms the body from the core. It provides a new "sauna" x "bedrock bath" experience with less suffocation, faster initial sweating, and more perspiration than a typical sauna.


Furthermore, the natural silence created by the earthen walls is ideal for meditation and mindfulness.

The natural silence created by the earthen walls is ideal for meditation and mindfulness, and the energy of the earth will lead you to a state of "totoi" where you can sharpen your five senses.


沖縄県恩納村の世界初アースバッグサウナ

The world's first earth bag sauna in Onna Village, Okinawa


Location in harmony with nature

Monopolize the magnificent nature of Okinawa and enjoy a luxurious time undisturbed.

The ever-changing blue of the ocean, the green of the forest, the chirping of birds. The ever-changing blue of the ocean, the green of the forests, the chirping of the birds... You can feel the tropical breeze as you relax and become one with nature.


恩納村はエメラルドグリーンに輝く海と豊かな森に囲まれた日本屈指のリゾート地

Onna Village is one of the best resort areas in Japan, surrounded by the emerald green sea and rich forests.


A special space set in a place of history and sanctity

Onna Village is the birthplace of "Gosamaru," a famous general of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and is also a sacred place where the "Dragon God" is said to reside. This environment, filled with deep history and energy, encourages purification and regeneration of body and soul.


神秘的なエネルギーが宿るとされる龍神伝説も伝わる聖地

A sacred place where the legend of the Dragon God is also passed down, where mystical energy is said to reside.


Sustainable yet luxurious healing

The eco-friendly earth bag construction method minimizes the burden on nature while creating a luxurious sauna space that relaxes the body and mind. It is a new form of wellness that leads to a sustainable future.


熊本にあるアースバッグ総本山「のんねむ」の宿

The NONNEMU Inn, the headquarter of Earthbag in Kumamoto, Japan

THE ZENは座禅の心から名づけられた

THE ZEN is named after the mind of Zen meditation

ZENの外観

Exterior view of the ZEN

 ZENの内観

Interior view of ZEN


About Returns

* 10,000 yen: Super-Early Bird's-Eye Discount 50: 2-hour private use of the original Earthbag sauna [THE ZEN].

* 15,000 yen: Super-Early Bird's-Eye Discount 50: 2-hour private use of the evolutionary earthbag sauna [KUu] * 30,000 yen: 2-hour private use of the original earthbag sauna [THE ZEN

* 30,000 yen: 3-hour private use of the forbidden night sauna [KUu] (exclusive to Makuake)

* 50,000 yen: Full facility rental plan

* In addition to the above, we also have special returns available only on Makuake.



Project Outline

Project name: [supervised by madsaunist

         Evolutionary earthbag sauna [KUu] to be born in Okinawa.

Period : February 2, 2025 (Sun) 11:00 - April 3, 2025 (Thu) 23:59

URL : https://www.makuake.com/project/kuu/



Company Profile

Company name: Ayenkien Co.

Representative: Tomokazu Matsui, Representative Director

Location: 2306-1 Maeda, Onna-mura, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 904-0417, Japan

Establishment :July 2020

Business : Restaurant business

     Ryokan business

     Earthbag sauna construction business



The time spent in a space where you can feel the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom and resonate with nature will surely be an opportunity to encounter a new you.

By "pulling", you will be "filled".

Such a special experience is available in Onna Village.

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