— A Mission Born from Childhood Questions —
My experience at a British boarding school during my childhood led me to contemplate a fundamental question: “What is Japan, and what does it mean to be Japanese?” By living abroad and looking at Japan from the outside, I rediscovered the subtlety, deep kindness, and superb, world-class culture that we possess. The strong sense of mission to convey this irreplaceable culture correctly and beautifully to the world is the very origin of our business.

— Delivering Japanese Aesthetics Through Food and Experience —
Arc is a company that promotes Japanese aesthetics from multiple angles through food, space, and experiences. With restaurant operations at our core, we work to create spaces where guests can immerse themselves in Japanese culture through all five senses.

— The Meaning Behind Our Name —
Our company name, “Arc,” is derived from the initials of: Authentic × Refined × Culture
Through food and space, we will deliver “authentic” and “refined” Japanese values to the world, creating experiences that linger beautifully in people’s hearts.

Arc Co., Ltd.
Representative Director & CEO, Shinichiro Kawabata