Your games deserve the wisdom of thoughtful development
In a world of endless notifications and dopamine loops, we craft gaming experiences that respect both players and creators. Based in Tokyo, we bring Japanese philosophy to modern game development.
Begin Your Journey
You understand that modern gaming has lost something essential
Every day, you see games designed purely to maximize engagement metrics. Players report feeling exhausted rather than refreshed. Monetization feels manipulative. Cultural elements become caricatures rather than authentic representations.
Perhaps you've tried working with studios that prioritize speed over substance, or consultants who don't truly understand the nuances of what you're creating. The result feels hollow—technically functional but spiritually empty.
You know your game could offer something different. Something that respects the player's time and intelligence. Something that draws from genuine cultural wisdom rather than surface aesthetics.
We approach game development through the lens of wabi-sabi
Wabi-sabi teaches us to find beauty in imperfection, to honor transience, and to embrace the wisdom of natural cycles. This isn't just philosophy—it's a practical framework that transforms how we build games.
Mindful Design
We consider the player's mental state, creating experiences that restore rather than deplete.
Ethical Monetization
Revenue models that respect player autonomy while supporting sustainable development.
Cultural Authenticity
Deep understanding of Japanese aesthetics, avoiding stereotypes and surface-level representation.
The journey from concept to completion
Understanding Phase
We begin by listening deeply to your vision. What player experience are you hoping to create? What values guide your work? This isn't a sales conversation—it's the foundation of everything that follows.
Design Integration
We weave together your goals with principles of mindful engagement. This might mean meditative mechanics, ethical monetization structures, or authentic cultural elements—always in service of the whole.
Iterative Refinement
Through careful testing and feedback, we refine the experience. Wabi-sabi embraces imperfection, but that doesn't mean carelessness—it means knowing which imperfections add character and which detract from the experience.
Launch and Growth
Your game finds its audience—players who appreciate depth, thoughtfulness, and authentic experience. These engaged players become long-term supporters rather than casual users.
Rooted in experience, guided by values
Years developing games in Tokyo's arcade scene
Games launched across mobile and arcade platforms
Player retention rate through mindful design
Our studio emerged from Tokyo's independent gaming community in November 2016. We've worked with creators from seventeen countries, bringing authenticity to Japanese-inspired games and mindfulness to engagement-driven experiences.
Every team member holds deep knowledge in both game development and Japanese aesthetics. We're not consultants who memorized cultural bullet points—we live and breathe the philosophy we integrate into our work.
Let's explore how we can work together
Share a bit about your project, and we'll schedule a conversation. No pressure, no sales pitch—just thoughtful discussion about what you're creating.
Your first step carries no obligation
We offer an initial consultation where we simply listen and explore whether our approach aligns with your vision. If it doesn't feel right, you've lost nothing but gained clarity. If it resonates, we'll outline a path forward that respects both your timeline and your values.
No Pressure Approach
We believe in the right fit, not forced sales. If we're not the right studio for your project, we'll tell you honestly.
Transparent Communication
You'll always know where you stand—timelines, costs, challenges. We value clarity over optimism.
Our areas of focus
Meditative Game Experiences
Games that facilitate mindfulness and inner calm. We develop experiences with breathing exercises, meditative mechanics, and gameplay that restores rather than exhausts.
From $3,800 USD
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Mindful Monetization Design
Ethical revenue models that respect player wellbeing. We design monetization systems that avoid exploitative mechanics while maintaining sustainability.
From $1,700 USD
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Japanese Cultural Consultation
Authentic cultural representation for Japanese-inspired games. We ensure elements are represented accurately and respectfully, avoiding stereotypes.
From $1,900 USD
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