Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Otsuka) has partnered with San Francisco-based company Vivosens Inc. (Vivosens) to launch their nutrition tracking service "Vivoo", in Japan on September 2.

In recent years, a shift toward more health-conscious attitudes has increased a growing interest in healthcare services that utilize digital technology. There is now a greater demand for easily accessible services that provide personalized health support.

With the newly launched Japanese version of Vivoo, users can perform an at-home urine strip test. The strip is scanned with the "Vivoo app", which utilizes Vivosens's proprietary artificial intelligence and image processing technology to deliver real-time nutritional data. Additionally, the service provides personalized dietary and lifestyle advice supervised by nutritionists tailored to the test results.

As a total healthcare company, Otsuka is dedicated to developing nutritional products and promoting information related to health and wellbeing. In line with these efforts, we have collaborated with Vivosens to adapt Vivoo for the Japanese consumers. This collaboration aims to provide people with easier access to accurate nutritional data and offer an opportunity to reassess their dietary habits, ultimately improving their overall wellbeing.

Starting on September 2, we will being selling test strips through our online store, "Otsuka Plus 1 in conjunction with the launch of this service that utilizes the Vivoo app.

By regularly testing with Vivoo, users can gain visual data on their health trends, providing them with an opportunity to improve habits. Through this service, we aim to contribute people's wellbeing and foster a healthier society.

Based on the corporate philosophy of 'Otsuka-people creating new products for better health worldwide,' Otsuka Pharmaceutical continues to contribute to the health and well being of people around the world.

• About Vivoo

Vivoo was launched in 2020 by Vivosens Inc., in the United States, one of the leading health technology country. The platform is used by individuals in over 100 countries, contributing to the health and wellbeing of people worldwide.

• Japan Version of Vivoo: How to Use & Features

  https://vivoo.mil.movie/PxYUKp/ (in Japanese)

• 【Vivoo Strips Overview】

• 【Vivoo App Overview】

Developed by	Vivosens Inc.
Download　ios	URL：http://op1.info/vivoo-ios
Download　Android	URL：http://op1.info/vivoo-android
Compatible devices	iOS：Devices with a camera installed with iOS12 or later　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Andoroid：Devices with a camera installed with OS6.0 or later ※Note:The service is not recommended for use on tablets
Parameters	Six parameters: Hydration levels, meat/vegetable balance, vitamin C, salt intake, minerals related to bone health, and oxidative stress

• About Vivosens