Catering, Beyond the Ordinary. IMD Alliance Launches Bespoke Catering Service 'FRANKY' Designing Cuisine, Space, and Production as a Single Experience
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- Catering, Beyond the Ordinary. IMD Alliance Launches Bespoke Catering Service 'FRANKY' Designing Cuisine, Space, and Production as a Single Experience
- IMD Alliance will launch 'FRANKY,' a bespoke catering service integrating cuisine, space, and production, on June 9, 2026. Through dialogue with clients, it aims to create memorable experiences tailored to event objectives and themes.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 9, 2026
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IMD Alliance will launch 'FRANKY,' a bespoke catering service integrating cuisine, space, and production, on June 9, 2026. Through dialogue with clients, it aims to create memorable experiences tailored to event objectives and themes.
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- June 9, 2026
IMD Alliance will launch 'FRANKY,' a bespoke catering service integrating cuisine, space, and production, on June 9, 2026. Through dialogue with clients, it aims to create memorable experiences tailored to event objectives and themes.
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IMD Alliance Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Representative Director: Hiroshi Aso), a friendship company of Kato Pleasure Group (Tokyo Headquarters/Minato-ku, Tokyo - Representative Director, President & Group CEO: Hiroaki Kato), will commence offering its bespoke catering production service 'FRANKY' from Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
FRANKY is not just a catering service where you choose from pre-set menus; it is a service that designs cuisine, space, and how time is spent, starting from a dialogue with the customer. We will shape memorable moments tailored to the specific objectives and worldview of corporate events, VIP services, brand events, anniversaries, and more.
Catering, Beyond the Ordinary.
FRANKY's brand promise is 'Your Table, Your Way.' We carefully consider the people gathering, the message to convey, and the time they wish to spend, freely designing an experience that begins at a single table.
▲ Image of Event Space
While traditional catering has primarily focused on food provision, FRANKY takes a comprehensive approach encompassing cuisine, space, production, and on-site operations, assembling the customer's ideals into a story befitting the purpose of the venue.
▲ Concept Image
FRANKY views experience through three lenses: 'Cuisine (FOOD),' 'Space (SPACE),' and 'Essence (ESSENCE),' translating them into the optimal form according to the venue's purpose.
Three Elements Creating the Experience
FRANKY perceives experience through three perspectives: 'Cuisine (FOOD),' 'Space (SPACE),' and 'Essence (ESSENCE).' Leveraging the breadth of cuisine that IMD Alliance has cultivated, including Japanese, Western, Chinese, and Sushi, we design menus. We create spaces where food is delivered most attractively, incorporating lighting, sound, aroma, and table coordination. Furthermore, we orchestrate the event to connect the host's intended message and the day's unique significance into a memorable time. By layering these three elements, we tailor them to the optimal form based on the objective.
▲ Image of Dishes Served (Japanese, Western, Chinese, Sushi)
The Foundation of IMD Alliance Supporting Restaurant Quality
Based in Fukuoka, IMD Alliance has developed distinctive food brands such as 'Kyushu no Shun Hakataro Main Store,' 'Sushi Aso Hirao Sanso,' 'Shirogane Chuka Sekkisa,' and 'AUTHENTIC LIVING BUTCHER NYC.' Utilizing a central kitchen for a stable supply system, a supervisory system by chefs and teams from multiple brands, and menu design capabilities that can accommodate both corporate and private needs, we flexibly design events according to their purpose.
Flow from Consultation to Execution
We shape ideals step-by-step through five stages: Consultation (hearing about objectives, number of guests, venue, budget, and aspirations) → Concept (designing the core concept for cuisine and space) → Proposal (proposing menus, production, spatial composition, and on-site operations) → Production (preparing ingredients, equipment, staff, and schedule) → Execution (providing the total on-site experience).
想定シーン (Assumed Scenes)
Corporate events (receptions, anniversary celebrations, internal/external gatherings), VIP services (special hospitality for important clients and guests), brand events (product launches, exhibitions, pop-ups, invitation-only events), and private occasions (anniversaries, home parties, gatherings with family and friends) can all be designed according to the purpose and guests.
Future Developments
Following the service launch, FRANKY plans to introduce an interactive AI chatbot tentatively named 'AI Pot.' This AI will support clients from the stage of verbalizing their ideal experience, helping to organize scenes, preferences, budgets, and production directions, aiming for a smoother consultation experience.
Message from the Representative
Through operating restaurants rooted in Fukuoka's food culture, IMD Alliance has always valued not only the cuisine but also the time and space that flows within the venue. With FRANKY, we are extending that philosophy beyond restaurants to shape hospitality tailored to each customer's ideals. On days for welcoming loved ones, conveying brand messages, or marking significant corporate milestones, we will carefully produce these days into memorable experiences through repeated dialogue.
Hiroshi Aso, Representative Director, IMD Alliance Co., Ltd.
Service Overview
Service Name
FRANKY
Launch Date
Scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Content
Bespoke catering production service
に対応シーン (Supported Scenes)
Corporate Events / VIP Services / Brand Events / Private Occasions
Service Area
Fukuoka City and its vicinity are anticipated. Other areas are negotiable.
Official Website
https://franky-catering.jp
Company Profile
Company Name
IMD Alliance Co., Ltd.
Headquarters Address
IMD SQUARE 3F, 1-11-7 Shirokane, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0012
Representative
Hiroshi Aso, Representative Director
Established
2010
Business Activities
Restaurant operations, hotel and ryokan development and operations, related businesses, etc.
Official Website
https://www.imd-a.jp/
FRANKY is not just a catering service where you choose from pre-set menus; it is a service that designs cuisine, space, and how time is spent, starting from a dialogue with the customer. We will shape memorable moments tailored to the specific objectives and worldview of corporate events, VIP services, brand events, anniversaries, and more.
Catering, Beyond the Ordinary.
FRANKY's brand promise is 'Your Table, Your Way.' We carefully consider the people gathering, the message to convey, and the time they wish to spend, freely designing an experience that begins at a single table.
▲ Image of Event Space
While traditional catering has primarily focused on food provision, FRANKY takes a comprehensive approach encompassing cuisine, space, production, and on-site operations, assembling the customer's ideals into a story befitting the purpose of the venue.
▲ Concept Image
FRANKY views experience through three lenses: 'Cuisine (FOOD),' 'Space (SPACE),' and 'Essence (ESSENCE),' translating them into the optimal form according to the venue's purpose.
Three Elements Creating the Experience
FRANKY perceives experience through three perspectives: 'Cuisine (FOOD),' 'Space (SPACE),' and 'Essence (ESSENCE).' Leveraging the breadth of cuisine that IMD Alliance has cultivated, including Japanese, Western, Chinese, and Sushi, we design menus. We create spaces where food is delivered most attractively, incorporating lighting, sound, aroma, and table coordination. Furthermore, we orchestrate the event to connect the host's intended message and the day's unique significance into a memorable time. By layering these three elements, we tailor them to the optimal form based on the objective.
▲ Image of Dishes Served (Japanese, Western, Chinese, Sushi)
The Foundation of IMD Alliance Supporting Restaurant Quality
Based in Fukuoka, IMD Alliance has developed distinctive food brands such as 'Kyushu no Shun Hakataro Main Store,' 'Sushi Aso Hirao Sanso,' 'Shirogane Chuka Sekkisa,' and 'AUTHENTIC LIVING BUTCHER NYC.' Utilizing a central kitchen for a stable supply system, a supervisory system by chefs and teams from multiple brands, and menu design capabilities that can accommodate both corporate and private needs, we flexibly design events according to their purpose.
Flow from Consultation to Execution
We shape ideals step-by-step through five stages: Consultation (hearing about objectives, number of guests, venue, budget, and aspirations) → Concept (designing the core concept for cuisine and space) → Proposal (proposing menus, production, spatial composition, and on-site operations) → Production (preparing ingredients, equipment, staff, and schedule) → Execution (providing the total on-site experience).
想定シーン (Assumed Scenes)
Corporate events (receptions, anniversary celebrations, internal/external gatherings), VIP services (special hospitality for important clients and guests), brand events (product launches, exhibitions, pop-ups, invitation-only events), and private occasions (anniversaries, home parties, gatherings with family and friends) can all be designed according to the purpose and guests.
Future Developments
Following the service launch, FRANKY plans to introduce an interactive AI chatbot tentatively named 'AI Pot.' This AI will support clients from the stage of verbalizing their ideal experience, helping to organize scenes, preferences, budgets, and production directions, aiming for a smoother consultation experience.
Message from the Representative
Through operating restaurants rooted in Fukuoka's food culture, IMD Alliance has always valued not only the cuisine but also the time and space that flows within the venue. With FRANKY, we are extending that philosophy beyond restaurants to shape hospitality tailored to each customer's ideals. On days for welcoming loved ones, conveying brand messages, or marking significant corporate milestones, we will carefully produce these days into memorable experiences through repeated dialogue.
Hiroshi Aso, Representative Director, IMD Alliance Co., Ltd.
Service Overview
Service Name
FRANKY
Launch Date
Scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Content
Bespoke catering production service
に対応シーン (Supported Scenes)
Corporate Events / VIP Services / Brand Events / Private Occasions
Service Area
Fukuoka City and its vicinity are anticipated. Other areas are negotiable.
Official Website
https://franky-catering.jp
Company Profile
Company Name
IMD Alliance Co., Ltd.
Headquarters Address
IMD SQUARE 3F, 1-11-7 Shirokane, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0012
Representative
Hiroshi Aso, Representative Director
Established
2010
Business Activities
Restaurant operations, hotel and ryokan development and operations, related businesses, etc.
Official Website
https://www.imd-a.jp/
FAQ
What are the key features of the 'FRANKY' catering service?
'FRANKY' is an experiential catering service that offers bespoke designs, including not only cuisine but also space design and production, tailored to each customer's specific requests.
When will the service be available?
The service is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, and preparations are currently underway.
What kind of events is it suitable for?
It can flexibly accommodate various purposes and themes, such as corporate events, VIP services, brand events, and anniversaries, providing a memorable and special experience.
What are IMD Alliance's strengths?
Our strengths lie in the expertise gained from operating multiple restaurant brands in Fukuoka, stable supply through a central kitchen, and high-quality cuisine provided under the supervision of our chefs.
Are there any future service expansions planned?
Yes, in the future, we plan to introduce an AI chatbot tentatively named 'AI Pot' to enhance our support system for smoothly hearing and verbalizing customer requests.