Kahuna Massage Chair

Kahuna, owned by AJX Distribution Inc. in California, began in 2013 as an Amazon-first brand and rapidly grew into one of the most visible names in the U.S. massage chair space. Its claim to fame is performance-driven chairs with aggressive pricing, particularly in the $1,500–$5,000 range.

While the brand lacks a luxury polish and isn't accredited by the BBB, it compensates with an extensive lineup, surprising feature density, and chairs that frequently appear at the top of Amazon’s bestseller lists. Kahuna engineers its chairs in-house, builds them in ISO-certified facilities in Asia, and handles warranty and parts from California. For users focused on value, stretch, and long tracks, it's an appealing contender—though refinement takes a back seat to performance.

Fujiiryoki Massage Chair

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Fujiiryoki, officially Fuji Medical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd., holds the title of world’s first massage chair manufacturer. Founded in Osaka, Japan, in the 1950s, it’s still a dominant force in Japan’s wellness and healthcare markets. Its chairs are classified as Class II medical devices in Japan, meaning they’re validated not just for comfort, but for clinical benefit.

Models like the JP-1100 and JP-3000 AI reflect this origin, blending a conservative design with deeply researched mechanics. Fuji chairs are engineered to restore circulation, posture, and muscular alignment, with fewer flashy elements and more embedded intelligence under the surface.