Kushi Tanaka's KT League Season 3 Wrap-Up: Nakano Waseda Street Store Triumphs

Kushi Tanaka's KT League Season 3 Wrap-Up

Kushi Tanaka Holdings, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has officially concluded the second half of its KT League, a unique employee system designed to enhance the value of dining establishments. The results from Season 3, which ran from May 2025 to October 2025, have revealed some exciting outcomes that highlight the competitiveness and dedication of its stores.

Top Performers in Each League

The top league, KT1, saw the Nakano Waseda Street Store rise to the top position, making it a proud moment for the establishment and its staff. Below are the top three rankings from each league:

KT1

1. Nakano Waseda Street Store
2. Kanamachi Store
3. Hachioji Ekimae Store

KT2

1. Funabashi Store
2. Hiragishi Store
3. Shimomaruko Store

KT3

1. Roppongi Store
2. Sugamo Store
3. Shin-Matsudo Store

Understanding the KT League System

The KT League divides all Kushi Tanaka locations into three tiers, encouraging friendly competition through a points-based ranking system. This innovative format sets the stage for promoting customer satisfaction and employee engagement, rather than focusing solely on sales figures. Points are awarded based on two primary criteria: the Customer Satisfaction Score, which is derived from customer surveys and mystery shopping evaluations, and the Bonus Score, which comes from company-wide contests. This allows for a true reflection of fan and customer support, ensuring that the hard work of each store’s team is recognized.

Looking Ahead to the Championship

With Season 3 now concluded, all eyes are on the upcoming Championship event that will determine the overall top-performing store. From the stores in KT1, the 10 establishments with the highest combined points from both halves of the season will compete in a special presentation event. The top three stores emerging from this qualification round will then advance to the final competition during Kushi Tanaka's assembly scheduled for March 2026. With a goal of creating the world's best workplace, each of Kushi Tanaka's 342 stores is committed to the motto "To the top with a smile," aiming to foster a vibrant environment that produces not just delicious food but memorable experiences.

Community Engagement Through Sponsorship

Kushi Tanaka is proud to position itself as a community-oriented restaurant chain, striving for long-term relationships with local patrons. To support this mission, they are inviting organizations and businesses to join as sponsors, contributing to regional revitalization. Funds gathered through sponsorship will be redirected to enhance the livelihoods of staff and boost their enthusiasm and smiles at work. Interested parties can inquire about sponsorship opportunities, which are flexible with contract periods of either six months or one year.

Reevaluating Success with KT League

The KT League redefines success beyond mere revenue generation. By prioritizing customer service and employee satisfaction, Kushi Tanaka is leading the charge toward developing a new value in the restaurant industry. This system embodies the company's philosophy of creating as many smiles as possible, centered on the catchphrase "To the top with a smile." The idea is to distinguish and reward locations that truly commit to providing exceptional service and experience for their patrons.

About Kushi Tanaka Holdings

Founded on March 20, 2002, with a capital of JPY 300 million, Kushi Tanaka Holdings operates under the leadership of CEO Toshio Sakamoto. The company specializes in restaurant management and franchise development, and has steadily grown its presence in the food and beverage industry.

For more information about Kushi Tanaka, please visit their official website at Kushi Tanaka.