About Smappa! Group
Smappa! Group is a company that operates a wide range of restaurants, host clubs, and entertainment establishments throughout the Kabukicho area. Our mission is to create an environment where every guest feels welcome and can enjoy their experience with confidence and ease.
In recent years, we have placed a strong emphasis on making Kabukicho more accessible and approachable for international visitors, particularly in areas that are often difficult for tourists to navigate, such as host clubs and nightlife venues. To support this, we have expanded our services to include guided tours, concierge assistance, and hospitality-focused offerings, and we employ multilingual staff who can assist guests in several languages.
What sets us apart from other nightlife groups is our dedication not only to modern entertainment, but also to traditional culture and contemporary art. As the owner of a Noh theater, we regularly host traditional Japanese dance events and cultural performances. We also engage the broader community through art projects such as the Benten and Shunga exhibitions.
Through these efforts, Smappa! Group aims to create a uniquely rich, inclusive, and culturally meaningful experience for everyone visiting Kabukicho.
Meet Maki Tezuka - The Man Behind the Magic
Chairman of Smappa! Group, Maki Tezuka leads with vision and heart.
He began in Kabukicho in 1997, rising to become a top host before launching one of the most respected nightlife brands in Japan.
But he’s more than nightlife royalty.
•Founder of Kabukicho’s first bookstore (RIP Kabukicho Book Center)
•Co-founder of Yacho no Kai, a host-led volunteer group
•Community leader in late-night street cleanups
•Organizer of international discussions on the night economy
•Guest lecturer on gender, society, and nightlife culture
Maki’s work bridges the glamour of the night with real-world impact, blending hospitality, community care, and next-level entertainment.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a nightlife connoisseur,
Smappa! Group invites you to experience the extraordinary.
Because everyone deserves to feel like royaltyat least, once in their life.