{"id":64,"date":"2025-10-17T06:32:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T21:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/?page_id=64"},"modified":"2026-01-08T14:59:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T05:59:51","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Smappa! 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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.<\/p><p>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.<\/p><p>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.<\/p><p>Through these efforts, Smappa! 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