Skylark Holdings Co., Ltd., trading in the U.S. over-the-counter as SKLYF, is a leading operator of family restaurants and casual dining establishments in Japan. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses brands such as Gusto, Bamiyan, Jonathan’s, and Steak Gusto, catering to a wide range of consumer tastes from Western-style fare to Japanese classics. Skylark’s operations are characterized by a focus on accessible price points, comfortable dining environments and menus that appeal to families, students and working professionals.
In addition to its core dine-in business, Skylark has developed robust takeout, delivery and café formats, further broadening its service offerings. The company continuously updates its menu, integrating seasonal ingredients and health-oriented items while leveraging digital ordering platforms to enhance customer convenience. Skylark also invests in in-house food processing and supply chain management, ensuring consistency in product quality across all of its locations.
Founded in 1962 with a single restaurant in Tokyo, Skylark embarked on an aggressive domestic expansion during the 1980s and 1990s, growing its footprint through a combination of corporate-owned and franchised outlets. Since the early 2000s, the company has pursued international growth, establishing operations in China, Taiwan, Malaysia and other Asian markets. This geographic diversification has enabled Skylark to adapt its concepts to local preferences while maintaining the operational standards that underpin its Japanese network.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Keiichi Tamura, Skylark continues to refine its growth strategy, emphasizing menu innovation, digital integration and customer experience enhancements. The company’s management team is supported by a board of directors with extensive experience in restaurant operations, supply chain logistics and hospitality management. As Skylark looks to the future, it remains committed to expanding its brand portfolio, optimizing its service channels and sustaining long-term value for customers and stakeholders alike.
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