Takasho Begins Handling Stone Bathtub 'WABURO®', Enhancing Space Proposals for Accommodations in Collaboration with 'KUON'

Takasho Co., Ltd. (Tokyo Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Nobuo Takaoka; TSE Standard: 7590), a garden lifestyle maker, will begin handling the stone-clad bathtub 'WABURO®' developed by Astec Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Shirokane, Tokyo; President: Masaki Uchiyama). Through collaboration with Astec, Takasho will offer space proposals that combine 'WABURO' with Takasho's own Japanese-style space materials.

Conceptual image of space proposals combining WABURO and Takasho materials

This initiative is linked to 'KUON™', a brand for Japanese-style spaces for lodging, tourism, and dining facilities announced on June 8, 2026. By combining the stone-clad bathtub 'WABURO' with Takasho's materials such as screens, decks, lighting, roofs, and furniture, Takasho will propose unified and relaxing Japanese spaces, from guest room interiors to gardens and bathing areas, primarily for accommodation facilities like hotels, ryokans, and villas.

Against the backdrop of expanding inbound demand, there is growing interest among hotels, ryokans, and villas in creating spaces that evoke Japanese aesthetics and enhance the value of a stay. Open-air baths or semi-open-air baths where guests can soak while enjoying garden views, and guest room baths connected to terraces, are key elements that offer a uniquely Japanese sense of high-quality relaxation.

Through this initiative, Takasho aims to strengthen its high-value space proposals in the non-residential sector, focusing on accommodation facilities.

◆ Key Points of This Initiative

1. Expanding Ambiance for Bathing Areas with 'WABURO'

'WABURO', with its solid feel from stone cladding and Japanese aesthetic sensibility, brings a sense of calm and the extraordinary to open-air baths and guest room baths. Harmonizing with the world of 'KUON', it creates a uniquely Japanese relaxation experience of bathing while enjoying garden views.

2. Space Package Proposals for Accommodation Facilities

This initiative offers package proposals that combine the bathtub with surrounding materials such as screens, decks, lighting, roofs, and furniture, tailored to the overall space concept, rather than just the bathtub alone.

Primarily targeting accommodation facilities like hotels, ryokans, and villas, this service supports the creation of a cohesive facility worldview and higher-quality stay experiences for both new constructions and renovations. Proposals will also extend to luxury residences and vacation homes.

◆ Live Demonstration at TGEF 2026

As part of this initiative, Takasho will showcase a space exhibit combining the stone-clad bathtub 'WABURO' and Takasho materials at its in-house exhibition, the '23rd Takasho Garden & Exterior Fair 2026 (TGEF2026)', to be held on July 23 (Thu) and 24 (Fri), 2026, at the Tokyo Distribution Center. Visitors can experience a Japanese-style bathing scene in harmony with the 'KUON' brand's concept within the 'KUON' brand booth.

◆ Outline of the 23rd Takasho Garden & Exterior Fair 2026

Dates: July 23, 2026 (Thu) 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM / July 24, 2026 (Fri) 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Venue: Tokyo Distribution Center (TRC) Hall 1, Exhibition Halls A, B, C, D

6-1-1 Heiwa-jima, Ota-ku, Tokyo (Approx. 1-minute walk from Keikyu Line 'Heiwajima Station')

Special Website: https://ch.takasho.jp/tgef/

*Advance registration is required (please apply via the exhibition's special website).

*This exhibition is for professional users.

*Applications from manufacturers, industry peers, and the general public are not accepted.

◆ About the Stone-Clad Bathtub 'WABURO®'

'WABURO' is a Japanese-design bathtub brand developed by Astec Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of bathtubs and bathrooms. Featuring a sense of solidity from stone cladding and Japanese aesthetic principles, it is suitable for creating high-quality bathroom and bathing spaces in accommodation facilities and luxury residences, including guest room baths, open-air baths, and large public baths.

Official HP: https://www.ustech-jp.com

* 'WABURO' is a registered trademark of Astec Co., Ltd.

◆ About the Japanese-Style Space Brand 'KUON'

'KUON' is Takasho's brand that proposes Japanese garden spaces and aesthetics for contemporary facilities. It offers materials from Takasho's product lineup, such as 'Ever Bamboo®', a bamboo fence-style board that reproduces the texture of natural bamboo; 'Ever Art Wood®', which realistically expresses the texture of wood; and 'Ever Art Board®', which can be used for wall surfaces and space design with various decorative patterns, selecting those suitable for creating high-quality Japanese spaces.

Takasho Co., Ltd.

◆ Tokyo Headquarters: 2-9 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 KDX Ochanomizu Bldg. 2F ◆ Business Activities: - Planning and development of products related to environmental exteriors (indoor and outdoor gardens, greening) - Import and export sales of garden products - Software development and sales of exterior products - Provision and processing of CAD and CG software ◆ Vision: To create happy lives through relaxing garden spaces. ◆ Website: https://takasho.co.jp/

[Contact for Inquiries Regarding This Product and Initiative]

Takasho Co., Ltd.

Pro Use Sales Department, Tomoi Phone: 073-482-4128 Email: [email protected] Keywords: