The right person can change
the direction of a decision
Sharing knowledge is how we empower the world.
It starts with understanding the brief closely and building the search around the project
to bring the right expertise to the people deciding.
Since 2019 we’ve built the company around three habits that make the difference
between a name and the right person.
Respect every perspective
We bring different perspectives together to find the best solutions.
Stay humble, stay driven
We take pride in the work we do and the value we create.
Own GRIT
We commit fully to all projects, keep working until we find the way forward.
Seven years of growth and recognition
2019
Established the first offices in Japan, Singapore, and Vietnam. Concentrated on building strong foundations in key Asian markets.
2020
An early funding round supported the first key hires
and further investment in delivery operations.
2021
The Shanghai office opened, the Series A closed,
and operations expanded across major Asian markets.
2023
The Expert Knowledge Bank launched
as Arches grew to five offices across Asia.
2024
Prime Talent Partners launched
following the Series B round.
2025 August
Seoul, Bogotá, and Hong Kong joined the network,
with coverage now reaching into the US and EU.
2025 September
Arches was named One of Japan’s fastest-growing companies (KUSABI Award 2025).
2026
Received a LinkedIn Impact Award, earned Great Place to Work® recognition in Japan, and expanded its presence to Shenzhen.
Great decisions start with real human insights. Multiply that across companies, and you’re helping capital find where it’s actually needed.
Hiroki Kato, Founder & CEO
Led by our founders
Hiroki Kato
Founder & CEO
Kato spent years in consulting and PE before founding Arches in 2019 to close the gap between what markets needed and what reports could tell them.
Shota Kambara
Co-Founder & COO
Shota brings sharp strategic thinking and disciplined execution to Arches, shaped by advising multinationals at Accenture Strategy and building cross-border operations at Terradrone.
Local teams across global markets
With a presence across nine markets, our teams bring local knowledge and specialist connections to clients worldwide.
Build your career path at Arches
Clear career path from intern to manager
Merit-based rewards and recognition
Hybrid work across offices
Collaborative and dynamic workplaces
Cross-border opportunities across Asia and beyond
350+
Employees
15+
nationalities
Start with the question that matters
Share your live or upcoming brief.
We’ll find the expertise you need.
We empower the world
through knowledge.
Arches empowers business leaders with expert insights from around the world. We bring speed, fit, and clarity to every strategic decision. We connect you with the right people, fast. From front-line operators to C-level executives, every connection is tailored to your project so you can act with confidence.
Whether you’re testing an idea, assessing an investment, or gathering feedback, we deliver relevant insights that are precise and on time.
Our values
Respect every perspective
We bring different perspectives together to find the best solutions.
Stay humble, stay driven
We take pride in the work we do
and the value we create.
Own GRIT
We commit fully to all projects, keep working until we find the way forward.
Our founders
Hiroki Kato
Chief Executive Officer
& Co-founder
A strategist turned entrepreneur, with a mission to make expert knowledge more accessible across borders.
Kato began his career at Sumitomo Corporation, where he specialized in energy investment and finance, managing shale gas assets in the U.S, then advised global companies on growth and M&A at YCP Solidiance.
After seeing how hard it was for businesses to access reliable, local expertise, he founded Arches in 2019 – a platform to connect decision-makers with real insight from people on the ground. Kato currently oversees Arches’ expansion in Asia, the EU, and LATAM, while directing the company’s global innovation strategy.
He holds a degree in Economics from the University of Tokyo and was selected as a Global Shaper by the World Economic Forum.
Shota Kambara
Chief Operations Officer
& Co-founder
Shota brings sharp strategic thinking and the discipline of execution to everything he leads. He doesn’t just plan, he builds.
Shota began his career at Accenture Strategy, where he advised government agencies and multinational firms on growth, new business planning, and international expansion. His work spanned both directions: helping Japanese companies go global and guiding global companies into Japan.
He later joined Terradrone, a drone technology startup, where he drove company-wide strategy and led the launch of its Australian office, gaining hands-on experience in fast-paced, cross-border operations. He also led M&A efforts, managing sourcing, due diligence, and deal execution with overseas partners.
In 2019, he co-founded Arches to bridge expert knowledge gaps in fast-moving markets. Shota holds a degree in Economics from Waseda University.
Our company profile
Share knowledge, Empower The World
Company name
Arches Corporation
Established
2019/05
Representative
Hiroki Kato
No. of employees
300+ (Including part-time)
License Number
Recruiting License Number: １３ーユー３１６５８５
Stockholders
KUSABI, VISIONAL, Uzabase, SMBC Venture Capital, Hakuhodo DY Ventures, etc
Arches across Asia and beyond
Experts rooted in the markets you care about, backed by offices across Asia and beyond.
Tokyo (Headquarters)
Arches Corporation
T: +81 50-6880-3903
16F Sumitomo Fudosan Toranomon Tower, 2-2-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001, Japan
Singapore
Arches Pte. Ltd.
T: +65 8840 9275
3 Fraser Street, Duo Tower, #05-24,
Singapore 189352
Ho Chi Minh
Arches Vietnam Co., Ltd.
T: +84 28 2200 3260
Floor 3, Vista Building, 19-21 Tan Cang, Thanh My Tay Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Shanghai
Arches (Shanghai) Limited
696 Weihai Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai, 200041
Seoul
Arches Corporation
T: +82 2 6138 873
Level 19, Hana Securities Building, 82 Uisadang-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, 07321, Korea
Hong Kong
Arches Corporation
Room 1005, 10/F., Tower 2, Silvercord, 30 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Bogotá
Arches Corporation
7th floor, Calle 93 # 17-48, Bogota, Colombia
Tashkent
Arches Corporation
T: +99895 475 05 85
Darkhan Business Center Independence Avenue, 88a
Unlock new possibilities with
trusted human expertise
Tell us what you’re working on.
We’ll bring you the person who knows.
Unlock new possibilities with
trusted human expertise
Tell us what you’re working on.
We’ll bring you the person who knows.