The 2025 Asia Spa Industry Union Summit (ASIUS 2025), bringing together spa experts from five Asian countries, concluded successfully on November 10 at Hotel Sirius Jeju, South Korea.

Co-hosted by the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa) and the Healthcare & Spa Industry Promotion Agency (HESPA), the summit welcomed more than 60 delegates and industry leaders from Korea, Japan, China, Mongolia, and Malaysia.

The event featured presentations on the latest spa industry trends from each participating country, along with academic research sessions led by scholars from the Korean Academy of Hot Spring, highlighting the growing connection between research and industry in the Asian wellness field.

One of the highlights of the summit was the presentation on the GOOD SPA Certification Program, currently being developed by HESPA. Dr. Woo Jong Min, the program’s technical manager, explained the purpose and framework of the certification system, drawing strong interest and engagement from the audience.

During the awards ceremony, K-WAVE Co., Ltd. received dual honors as the “Medical Spa Medical Beauty Marketing & Service Best Management Agency” and the “Medical Spa Anti-aging Marketing & Service Best Management Agency,” recognizing its outstanding achievements in service excellence.

In the spa equipment category, PREO, one of Korea’s leading faucet and spa equipment brands, was named the Best Brand for its design innovation and superior quality.

A showcase of Jeju-based cosmetic brands also drew considerable attention from attendees, featuring THE PURE LOTUS, DAILISH, MAROHAN, JEJU INDI, THE WOO COMPANY, and 6-DROPS, all representing the island’s growing reputation in the wellness and natural beauty industries.

Paul H. Song, President of the Korea Spa Wellness Society (KorSpa), stated:

“As wellness demand continues to grow, the spa industry across Asia is evolving in diverse and innovative ways,” he said. “Through continuous information and human exchange beyond borders, we aim to foster shared growth and sustainable development in the Asian spa and wellness sector.”

The next summit is scheduled to be hosted by the Chinese association, with Shenyang, China, emerging as the leading candidate for the venue around March next year.

KorSpa President Paul H. Song (left) and JSSA President Hideo Yoshiada (middle) hand over the Union flag to Mr. Zhang Jinzhong (right), President of China Spa Association, the next host of the summit.