sales joint Inc. (Location: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Hiroyuki Saito), which operates an advertising agency business, will open "SOSTA ~pizza & legame~" in Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo on July 15, 2026 (Wed). *Image is for illustrative purposes only. sales joint Inc. will grand open its first-ever restaurant business, "SOSTA ~pizza & legame~," in Gotanda, Tokyo on July 15, 2026 (Wed). This establishment is a new style of Italian bar, featuring a "standing bar space" filled with energy on the first floor and "table seating" where guests can relax on the second floor. The owner has 10 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, with a discerning eye honed through numerous experiences. They aim to overturn the conventional image of "Italian food = for women/a place to be fancy" and offer an "adults' secret base" that men can use daily, whether alone, with friends, or on a date. Background of the Store and Owner's Vision This establishment was born from the desire of Takumi Akiyama, a pizza craftsman with 9 years of experience, to "create a place where tired people after work or friends can casually gather and reset their minds." Akiyama incorporates the coolness of US street culture, which he loves, into his pizzas. He aims for a space where staff and customers can naturally connect, not just a place to eat. He chose Gotanda, a town where working people and local residents intersect, as the stage for his challenge. "I want to become a deeply rooted presence in the community as a third place that provides energy for tomorrow," he says, looking towards a passionate future. Space and Commitment Distinct from traditional Italian restaurants with a warm, wood-based aesthetic, this establishment recreates a stylish "European backstreet" using exposed concrete and stainless steel as its base. It creates an extraordinary space with a street vibe. While the space is catchy and modern, there is no compromise in pizza making. Strictly adhering