Japan's Innovative Elderly Care Beauty Model Draws Interest from Taiwan and Korea

As the aging population continues to grow, Asia is turning to Japan for inspiration in the realm of elderly care. Mirai Project Co., Ltd., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, operates the "Elderly Care Beauty Institute," which trains professionals in beauty services aimed specifically at seniors. On May 18, 2026, professors from Chaoyang University of Technology in Taiwan will visit the institute, and on May 28, a business tour with experts from Korea is scheduled. This initiative highlights the increasing interest in Japan’s approach to elderly care beauty, recognized as a leading model in the fast-aging Asian countries.

Elderly care beauty focuses on enhancing the appearance of seniors to promote their psychological well-being and social engagement, ultimately improving their quality of life (QOL). The Japanese model has evolved from