WHY
Why we built this
When searching for spas or hot springs, most results are ads.
High ratings don't match reality, and truly good hidden gems are hard to find.
That's why this space exists — where resonance sets the standard.
PRINCIPLES
Our curation principles
01
Community Listed
Only places endorsed by the community get listed.
02
Ad-free
No sponsorships or ads influence our recommendations.
03
Honest records
We honestly record both the good and the not-so-good.
HOW TO USE
How to use
Check your mood
Select how you feel today, and we'll recommend wellness places that match.
Browse places
Filter by country, category, rating, and more to find your match.
Visit and experience
Use our guides and experience it yourself.
THE NAME
The name LUWEI
Lu (moon) + Wei (whale's sound, and way/direction). Meanings layered into one name. It's also from the published book "Breath of LUWEI."
"I want to find stillness within."
WHO
Who built this
It began with one person who wrote "Breath of LUWEI" — a story about emotions and stillness — and extended that philosophy into real wellness spaces.
Now, together with a community that shares experiences, we're building a space where more people can find good rest.
JOURNEY
Our journey
"Breath of LUWEI" published
A story about emotions and stillness, captured in a book.
LUWEI project began
Began extending the story's philosophy of stillness into a wellness platform.
Site launched
Began curating and listing wellness spaces worldwide.
Community launched · iOS app released
Opened the community for sharing experiences and launched the iOS app on the App Store.
Chinese support added · "The Breath of Luwei" released in 3 languages
Added Simplified Chinese support across LUWEI — now in 3 languages — and released the 3-language Soul Edition of "The Breath of Luwei" on luwei.kr.
Android app released · Mobile in all 4 languages
Released the Android app on Google Play. LUWEI is now available in all 4 languages on iOS, Android, and web.
LUWEI, IN BOOK FORM
The Breath of Luwei
Quiet records left on the clouds by a being named Luwei. 13 fragments, collected in Korean, English, and Simplified Chinese — one keepsake PDF.
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