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Clearlight® Infrared Saunas Expands by Bringing State-of-the-Art, Dr.-Designed Infrared Wellness Solutions to Japan

Industry Leader in Infrared Wellness Debuts Clearlight® Japan at HoloLife Summit (Tokyo), The Region’s Premier Biohacking Event

BERKELEY, CA. / TOKYO, Japan – October 7, 2025 – Clearlight®, the Industry leader in infrared sauna technology and wellness innovations, today announced its official expansion into Japan with the launch of Clearlight® Japan (https://www.healifejapan.com/). The move marks a milestone for the California-based, global brand recognized for pioneering safe, effective, doctor-designed, and science-backed infrared therapies and key wellness solutions for nearly three decades.

Today’s announcement comes just ahead of the HoloLife Summit (October 10–11, 2025, Shibuya, Tokyo), known as the Biohacker Summit, where Clearlight will introduce its wellness offerings to a community of wellness leaders and longevity enthusiasts.

“Japan has a special place in the history of infrared wellness,” said Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Founder of Clearlight and widely-recognized infrared sauna technology pioneer. “NASA began exploring infrared technology in the late 60’s in the space program. The first use of infrared that I saw for heating the body came from Japan, and then it migrated from there, eventually reaching the US. It’s deeply meaningful for us to bring Clearlight’s most advanced infrared saunas and wellness solutions back to where the infrared journey began and make them available here and for anyone seeking better health and longevity.”

Clearlight Japan is led by HEALIFE Co., Ltd., who oversee operations, distribution, customer care, and cultural integration for the region.

“We’re truly honored to bring Clearlight to Japan,” said Yuko Ichikawa, Managing Director, Clearlight Japan. “In Japan, we have always had a deep and long-standing appreciation for wellness practices that blend our tradition with science. From Clearlight’s compact saunas designed for our smaller living spaces like The Curve® Sauna Dome, to the award-winning red light therapy towers, we’ll offer a mix of wellness products to fit into the lifestyles of our customers here.”

Product Line-Up

Clearlight Japan will introduce a curated offering from the Clearlight catalog, including select infrared sauna models from the Sanctuary line, such as the Clearlight Sanctuary™ 1 Full Spectrum 1 Person Infrared Sauna and the Clearlight Sanctuary™ 2 Full Spectrum 2 Person Infrared Sauna and other models, designed to fit Japanese homes and apartments.  Product line up is here.

Larger, customized sauna builds will also be available for clients seeking full residential or commercial installations.

This launch marks the beginning of a growing product line, with additional Clearlight models and wellness innovations to follow.  

A Legacy of Wellness

Founded in Berkeley, California, by Dr. Raleigh Duncan, one of the earliest pioneers of infrared sauna technology and an original biohacker, Clearlight has spent nearly three decades pioneering the industry in wellness innovation. From eliminating harmful EMFs from sauna heaters years ahead of competitors, to developing the first carbon/ceramic infrared heaters capable of deeper therapeutic penetration, Clearlight is considered the leader in infrared therapy worldwide.

Clearlight saunas are beloved by global icons, including Gwyneth Paltrow (Academy award-winning actress, Goop founder), Jeremy Renner (Marvel’s Avengers and Mission: Impossible), and Will Smith (Los Angeles Dodgers, Catcher, 2x World Series Champion and 3x All-Star), among many others… underscoring the brand’s cultural impact and reputation for results-driven wellness.

Meet The Clearlight Team at HoloLife

Clearlight will showcase its technologies at the HoloLife Summit in Tokyo (Dragon Gate, Shibuya, October 10–11), a premier global gathering focused on “The Zen of Longevity.” The event promises immersive experiences in biohacking, human optimization, quantum tech, and longevity, and offers the perfect stage to unveil Clearlight’s expansion into Japan.

“Clearlight has always been about more than saunas. It’s about wellness transformation,” added Duncan. “With Clearlight Japan, we are planting roots in a culture that values both tradition and innovation, and together we’ll help people live longer, healthier lives.”

For U.S. and Global Media covering biohacking, longevity & wellness, contact:

    • Dana Young, PR,  Clearlight, media@infraredsauna.com, +1-415-378-7998, to arrange an interview with Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Founder, Clearlight; Brand assets are available by visiting Clearlight’s Media Center here.

For Asia-Based Media and/or Media Attending HoloLife Summit, contact:

    • Yuko Ichikawa, Clearlight Japan, info@healifejapan.com to speak with Dickie Walsh, COO, Clearlight U.S., (dickie@infraredsauna.com) 

About Clearlight
Founded by a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Clearlight is the industry leader in infrared sauna technology and a pioneer in innovative health and wellness solutions for more than 28 years. Clearlight was the first company to develop Carbon/Ceramic infrared heaters capable of delivering a deeper, more penetrating infrared wavelength, while also offering the lowest EMF (electromagnetic fields) and EF (extremely low frequency) available on the market. Dr. Duncan is widely considered one of the early pioneers in infrared sauna technologies and has patents/patents-pending for much of the technology Clearlight uses. The company offers best-in-class wellness products for home and business use including: Infrared Saunas, Sanctuary Full Spectrum Saunas, Outdoor Saunas, Premier Infrared Saunas, award-winning and FDA approved Red Light Therapy—The PERSONAL Tower, The CORE Tower, and The FULL BODY Tower; award-winning HALO ONE Salt Therapy, AROMA ONE Aromatherapy Diffuser, The Curve® Sauna Dome, Amethyst Infrared PEMF Mat, and Custom Sauna Heater Kits (Build Your Own Sauna). 

Clearlight is headquartered in Berkeley, California, USA, with distribution in North America (U.S. and Canada), Australia, China, Europe, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Middle East, South America, and the United Kingdom. For every sauna purchase, Clearlight plants two trees with The National Forest Foundation’s Sapling Program—helping to plant more than 22,568 trees to date (numbers as of June 30, 2025).  To learn more and/or enhance your existing Clearlight sauna experience, visit infraredsauna.com and ClearlightRed.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.  #Clearlight #Health #Wellness

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Daily Beast praises the Clearlight Curve® Infrared Sauna Dome as a game-changing, apartment-friendly biohacker’s dream offering full-sized infrared sauna benefits in a compact, well-designed package. 

“Clearlight’s Curve Infrared Sauna Dome is a space-saving solution for those who don’t have the luxury of a dedicated wellness room without giving up half your living room,” said Mia Maguire, Managing Editor, Commerce.

Read more about how the Curve  merges lifestyle, science, and at-home luxury in one sleek dome.

Yardzen Clients’ Select *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 2 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Infrared Sauna” and *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 5 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Sauna for Groups”

There are many types of saunas on the market today, and finding one that suits your needs can seem daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. A few considerations like insulation, durability, and size can help you find the right outdoor sauna to suit your needs.

As the largest nationwide landscape design company in the United States, we’ve done a lot of research on available options—and have been able to crowdsource a list of the best outdoor saunas for 2024 from thousands of Yardzen client landscape designs.

The Sanctuary retreat sauna from Clearlight selected by Stephanie Kraus, founder and creative director of Stephanie Kraus Designs, as a key addition.

For the Shore house 

Designing vacation homes — especially at the Shore — “is about more than just making them look beautiful,” Kraus said. “We create environments that restore, recharge, and spark joy. When our clients walk through the door, we want stress to drop and serenity to take over.”

Whether you’re hosting out-of-town visitors or just want to create a more comfortable daily retreat for yourself and your family, it’s the small, thoughtful details that count the most.

The Philadelphia Inquirer tapped three Philly-area interior design pros for their best advice on creating your own personal sanctuary.

Read on for their top tips — from practical solutions that ensure guests feel at home to plush additions that elevate everyday living — on how to make your home a haven.

The Sleep-Sauna Connection—Heat Therapy Wellness Stacks For Deep Sleep

In this episode, host Mollie Eastman and Dr. Duncan discuss:

😴  Could sweating be the missing piece in your sleep routine?
😴  Sauna before bed? Here’s what timing, temp, and routine worked best
😴  Softer skin after sauna? What that might be saying about detox
😴  Can a sauna session feel like a light workout? Especially as we age?
😴  EMFs, glues, and weird smells: What to actually look out for in a home sauna
😴  What’s the deal with red light saunas vs. regular heat?
😴  Can layering red light, salt, and heat give your body an extra edge?
😴  How an over 70 sauna founder fine-tuned his sleep (and what we can learn from it)
😴  Why relaxing before bed might be just as important as your bedtime
😴  What exactly are heat shock proteins—and why do people talk about them with saunas?
😴  “The elder hours”: Could middle-of-the-night wakeups serve a deeper purpose?
😴  Are saunas safe for kids? A look at the research and real-world practices
😴  Can a quick sweat after your workout actually help your recovery and sleep?
😴  What small habit made the biggest difference in Dr. Duncan’s sleep (aside from Sauna)?
😴  Explore how Clearlight Infrared Sauna supports deeper, more restorative sleep by helping your body relax and unwind before bed: https://refer.infraredsauna.com/77vLvS
😴  And so much more!

I’m a 42-Year-Old Mom and I Tried 18 Products to Finally Sleep Better. These Are the Ones That Worked —Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower

“Now, I’m using the Clearlight Personal Red Light Tower, which uses both red light (650nm) and near-infrared light (850nm). Near-infrared light may aid in the release of melatonin, support mental health and stimulate cells to produce more collagen, thus assisting in muscle recovery and repair. I use it in the mornings on my body while I do my skin care routine.”

Deenie Hartzog-Mislock, Wellness & Sleep, CNET

Receipts: Everything Patrick Schwarzenegger Uses to Optimize His Wellness Routine

“I’m obsessed with my morning heat therapy sessions. For anyone wanting to bring this experience home, I recommend a Clearlight Infrared Sauna. They’re doctor-designed and tons of professional athletes swear by them for recovery. Just 20 minutes first thing in the morning gets my blood flowing, loosens up my muscles, and puts me in the right headspace to tackle the day.”

In Pride Journeys, editor Joey Amato tests, reviews and highlights how Clearlight infrared saunas have become a favorite among LGBTQ wellness enthusiasts and are more than just a sauna!

“If you’re serious about incorporating infrared therapy into your lifestyle, Clearlight delivers on quality, performance, and comfort. It’s not just a sauna—it’s a wellness sanctuary you can enjoy daily from the comfort of your home.”

Clearlight Founder, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, shares his expertise and insight on how to maximize health and wellness benefits of an outdoor sauna.

Outdoor saunas are having a moment, and for good reason. For homeowners with exterior space to spare, an outdoor sauna provides relaxation in the comfort of your backyard. And for those serious about wellness, saunas make a good investment in your overall well-being.  Clearlight founder and infrared sauna technology pioneer shares more on why an outdoor sauna is just what you need in your life.

The Clearlight Curve ® Dome Infrared Sauna named “Best Portable Home Sauna for 2025” after extensive research and hands-on testing.

These are the best portable saunas for ultimate relaxation and healing when you’re at home or on the go.
Curve ® Dome — Why it made the cut: 

Achieve full relaxation mode in this personal lay-down sauna. 

Not everyone has the space, money, or time for a full-scale sauna installation. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality. The Curve Sauna Dome allows for a high-quality experience without the hassle of a permanent home sauna. With a memory foam infrared pad and multiple heat level adjustments, this indoor sauna is one of the most comfortable options on our list. Simply set the timer, lay down, and relax. When you’re finished, slide the two domes together for easy storage. 

The model uses far-infrared light, known for its wellness benefits, including increased circulation and boosted immunity. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, so you can buy in confidence knowing your purchase is protected. However, this sauna is a more serious investment than others on this list: it’s heavier, less space-efficient, and not travel-friendly. 

Specs

  • Dimensions: 69” x 28” x 18”
  • Weight: 80 pounds 
  • Materials: Organic hemp cloth, wood, memory foam