01_Studio Carat Nishi-Arai Store Renovation Carat Co., Ltd., a company operating photo studios nationwide (Headquarters: Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture; President and CEO: Takayuki Okuno), will reopen Studio Carat Ario Nishi-Arai Store on July 13, 2026 (Mon). This renovation is based on the concept of 'Welcome to the Photo Theme Park where you can play and take photos—our family takes center stage!' The studio transforms from a place visited solely for photo shoots into an experiential photo studio where the entire family can enjoy themselves. New experiential content includes a kids-exclusive counter, a special 'first meeting' presentation, and seven uniquely themed studio sets, all designed to put families at the heart of the experience. On the day of the reopening, a commemorative event titled 'Carat Nishi-Arai Festival' will be held. A 'Photo Theme Park' Where Families Are the Stars In recent years, especially among parenting generations, there's a growing preference for valuing experiences over material possessions. With smartphone photography now commonplace, photo studios are expected to offer more than just photo sessions—they must deliver memorable experiences. Studio Carat aims not only to preserve milestone photos but also to make the time spent during the shoot itself a cherished family memory, leading to this new approach in studio design. 02_Studio Carat Nishi-Arai Store Renovation The renovated Studio Carat Ario Nishi-Arai Store aims to create a space where children naturally smile through play, rather than feeling tense about posing. The studio is filled with exciting elements reminiscent of a theme park, turning the photo session itself into a memorable family experience. This is a new kind of photo studio that values not just keeping commemorative photos, but also preserving the joyful time spent together as a family. 03_Kids Counter Kids Counter A dedicated counter for children welcomes young guests. The excitement begins the moment you arrive—th