YogaSix Opens its Doors in Tokyo Neighborhood

YogaSix has expanded to Asia as the Xponential Fitness-backed boutique fitness brand is attracting a wide range of fitness consumers for its elements of strength training and longevity
YogaSix, one of Xponential’s many boutique brands within its fitness and wellness portfolio, has officially opened the doors to its first studio in Japan this month and follows its recent entry into Europe with a studio opening in Germany.
In the U.S., YogaSix has nearly 200 open studios with several more in the pipeline, demonstrating the enduring appeal of yoga in the quest for achieving mind-body connection and overall wellness, a trend particularly notable among women and high-income individuals, according to a 2024 data brief from the CDC.
“We are thrilled for YogaSix to make its debut in Japan with Sunpark Wellness,” said Bob Kaufman, Xponential Fitness president of international. “Our boutique health and wellness concepts have resonated well with the Japanese fitness market, and we are confident that YogaSix will thrive with its modern and accessible approach to yoga.”
The new YogaSix studio can be found in the Shinagawa neighborhood of Tokyo, brought to the region by Sunpark Co. Ltd., a multi-brand operator and global franchisor of restaurants, entertainment concepts and fitness centers. Sunpark is also a master franchisee for Xponential’s sister brands StretchLab and Pure Barre, which have also launched in Japan.

“YogaSix has great potential for growth in Japan, with its fresh take on the ancient practice, focus on community, and countless benefits for the body and mind,” Sunpark founder and CEO Ken Takagi said. “The Shinagawa opening is only the beginning, and we are excited to keep expanding the concept throughout the country alongside local business owners who are passionate about health and wellness and making yoga accessible to all.”
Other Xponential Fitness brands have also made their mark in Japan, including Club Pilates, Rumble and CycleBar.
YogaSix offers six different classes that appeal to a wide range of yoga and fitness enthusiasts, some of which take place in a heated room: Y6 Slow Flow, a slower-paced format, Y6 Restore, Y6 Hot, a more challenging sequence, Y6 Power, a Vinyasa-style full-body practice, Y6 Sculpt & Flow, Y6 TRX (offered at select locations and utilizes a TRX wall mount system), Y6 101 for beginners or those returning to yoga and Y6 Mix. A yoga teacher training component is also available for aspiring yoga instructors.
The yoga franchisor’s growth reflects the increasing demand for wellness and fitness modalities that prioritize longevity and recovery. It’s an area that YogaSix continues to innovate, as seen with Y6 Mobility, an upcoming new class format that focuses on active mobility.

Overall, the brand has been successful in attracting diverse age demographics, including those in their 50s, 60s and 70s, as well as athletes and weekend warriors desiring a balanced approach to fitness and recovery.
“We’re not just getting people that are older; we’re getting athletes and people that are coming in after a hard cardio workout,” YogaSix president Lindsay Junk told ATN last month. “Longevity doesn’t necessarily have to be about age, it could just be about being able to do things for a long time. Say you’re a marathon runner and you want to be able to run lots of marathons for several years, you need to be able to (recover). That type of work is where yoga can come in.”
YogaSix president Lindsay Junk and StretchLab president Verdine Baker recently appeared in a fireside chat with ATN CEO Ed Hertzman to discuss the hot topic of longevity, targeting Gen Z and other key demographics and more. Click here to watch.