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The Launch of the New Shared Kitchen '8K'

In an exciting development for local communities, Town Kitchen Inc., which focuses on sustainable urban development through startup support, has partnered with JR East Urban Development Co. to unveil the latest addition to Kouenji Apartment: a new shared kitchen, named "8K". This initiative aims to meld living, working, and community interactions seamlessly, establishing a new standard for urban living.

A Revitalized Space for Community Engagement

Kouenji Apartment first opened its doors in 2017 after undergoing renovation from an old JR company housing facility. As a mixed-use residential space with shops integrated throughout, it has quickly become a vibrant hub for a novel lifestyle where businesses, homes, and communities converge. By introducing the 8K shared kitchen in an additional new building, the project is expected to not only diversify working environments but also encourage residents to explore and express their individuality in how they live and work.

Set to open in August 2025, the kitchen will serve as a communal space where aspiring entrepreneurs can start their culinary ventures with minimal risk and investment. Town Kitchen has begun accepting applications for prospective shared kitchen operators, urging residents to take advantage of this opportunity.

Encouraging New Working Styles

The concept behind the 8K shared kitchen is to provide a fully equipped kitchen that can be accessed without the need for a permanent restaurant space. This flexible arrangement caters well to various individual endeavors. For example, a resident can establish a café as a parallel career, conduct test marketing for a potential eatery, or even run a weekend bakery business with their spouse—all while building community ties and fostering entrepreneurship in their neighborhood.

Through this innovative kitchen model, individuals transitioning into business ownership can successfully bridge the gap between living and working, thereby paving the way for a revolutionary approach to suburban residential life.

Facility Overview

• - Name: 8K Kouenji Apartment
• - Opening Date: August 1, 2025
• - Location: 4-1-7 Kouenji Kita, Suginami-ku, Tokyo
• - Website: 8K Shared Kitchen
• - Monthly Usage Fee: ¥33,000 (includes 30 hours of utilization, plus common service fees)

Open Kitchen and Guided Tours

To celebrate this exciting new venture, an open kitchen event will be held:
Date: May 31 (Saturday)
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to visit this shared kitchen for one day, coinciding with the Kouenji Market day.

Guided tours for those interested in operating within the kitchen will take place on the following dates:

• - May 26 (Monday): Twice at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM
• - May 28 (Wednesday) & May 30 (Friday): Evenings, with continued tours at 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:30 PM
• - June 3 (Tuesday): Additional tours at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM

This initiative poignantly illustrates how shared spaces can foster entrepreneurship while seamlessly integrating with community life. For inquiries, please contact Town Kitchen through their website or directly via email for further assistance.

Contact Information:
Town Kitchen Inc.
www.town-kitchen.com
Email: info@town-kitchen.com
Phone: 0422-30-5800
Contact Person: Ogawa, Takahashi