About Us

Company overview

Company Overview & Mission

Founded in 2002 and based in Tokyo, NYC Japan is a full-service management and hospitality consulting firm. We help bars, restaurants, lounges, and clubs across Japan and Southeast Asia develop winning concepts, open on schedule, and operate profitably.

Our mission is to turn vision into reliable results through clear plans, disciplined execution, and proven strategies.

Company Profile

Our Story & Timeline

2000

NYC Japan is established.

2002

Present Tantra Tokyo is Founded

2003 - 2007

Blue Agency, Tokyo. International dancer recruiting company.

2003 - 2016

Sala Ferrari - Upscale Lounge Bar

2004

Oriental Raffles Singapore Partnership

2004 - 2019

Divino Macau. We designed, engineered and established Divino in Macau.

2005

Acraje. Roppongi, Japan

2005

Aqua Bash. Roppongi, Japan

2005

Capirinha Bar. Roppongi, Japan

2007

Spice Karaoke Bar. Roppongi, Japan

2022

Karaoke Bar 395. Roppongi, Japan

2024

Tokyo Super Cars Partnership
We partnered with luxury car rental company to offer exclusive tour experiences around Tokyo for tourists.

Our Team

We are operators first. Our team combines brand strategy, kitchen and floor operations, training, and marketing to deliver venues that guests love and owners can scale. Together, we’ve supported 100+ projects across Asia.

Kristin Watson

Javier Watanabe

CEO & Founder

Our Core Values

We don’t just consult — we partner with you. Our core values focus on trust, responsiveness, and a shared goal of building thriving hospitality experiences rooted in vision, discipline, and creativity.

Excellence in Execution

Excellence in Execution

We hold every project to the highest standards—from concept design to everyday operations.

Client Focused

Client Focused

Every engagement begins by understanding your needs and customizing solutions that align with your objectives.

Operations Profitability Maximization

Integrated Expertise

We provide end-to-end support: business registration, profitability analysis, marketing, staff training, pre-opening management, and more.

Global & Local Insight

Global & Local Insight

With Operations rooted in Tokyo and projects across Asia, we bring deep regional experience and global hospitality best practices.

Collaborative Partnership

Collaborative Partnership

We succeed through close communication, teamwork, and referrals—guiding you as a partner, not just a vendor.

Let’s Connect

Would you like to sell your club? Need consulting to establish one? Looking for a local Partner in Japan? We are here to help!


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