Mui

Mui is a smart home controller made from natural wood, designed to blend into your home like a piece of furniture. It meets the strict requirements for Japan's GX-oriented housing subsidy (up to ¥1.1 million) by supporting the "advanced energy management (HEMS)" standard. The board lets you control lights, air conditioners, and speakers, send handwritten or voice messages between the panel and a mobile app, display family events synced with Google Calendar, and check the weather or listen to the radio — all by touching the wood surface.

What sets Mui apart is its focus on warmth and daily use rather than just utility. The interface is designed to make you want to touch it, with a natural wood finish available in two colors. It supports ECHONET Lite and Matter for broad device compatibility, and can even control infrared remote-controlled appliances when paired with an IR sensor. The second generation also connects to solar power systems, storage batteries, and smart distribution boards for full energy management.

Mui is best for homeowners building or renovating a GX-oriented house who want a controller that feels like part of the home, not a plastic box. Families with children will appreciate the simple message feature, and anyone who values design and technology will enjoy having a smart home interface that doesn't look like one. It's also a practical choice for builders and architects who need to meet subsidy requirements without sacrificing aesthetics.