Art Moving Company

What Art Moving Company does

Art Moving Company Co., Ltd. (legal name アート引越センター株式会社, Art Moving Center Co., Ltd.) is a Japanese moving services provider headquartered in Osaka, operating a nationwide network of approximately 160 branch locations across 10 regions in Japan. The company serves two primary customer segments: individual residential customers (singles, couples, families, students, women living alone, and seniors aged 60+) and corporate/business customers requiring office relocations, employee transfers, and facility moves; international relocations form a tertiary segment. The company was founded circa 1977–1981 (sources conflict, with corporate records indicating 1981) and underwent a structural change in January 2022, when it acquired Yamato Home Convenience Co., Ltd. as a wholly-owned subsidiary.

The product architecture follows a platform-plus-modules design. The core offering is the Omakase Pack system with three tiers (Basic, Half, Full course), supplemented by segment-specific sub-brands — Student Pack (学割パック), Ladies Pack (レディースパック), and Senior Pack (シニアパック) supported by 暮しの整理士 (Kurashi no Seiri-shi) life-organization specialists. Digital modules include ぐるっとAI見積り (Gurutto AI Estimate) for AI-powered furniture volume estimation from room images, the 引越マイページ (Moving My Page) customer portal, and the ART RFID Evolution system for real-time inventory tracking. Optional fee-based services span electrical work, air conditioning, cleaning, sanitization, piano moving, and vehicle transport; complimentary services include furniture cleaning, the Eco Raku Box reusable container system, and branded Minion trucks. The portfolio extends into e-commerce (Art Shopping), an in-house research institute (0123 Moving Culture Research Institute), and adjacent childcare services (Art Childcare).

Art generates revenue through transactional service fees on individual moves, with pricing determined by volume of belongings, distance, and complexity. A 30% discount on base moving rates is offered for customers who book through the official website, functioning as a customer acquisition lever that drives direct digital bookings. The go-to-market blends direct-to-consumer channels (official website, LINE app, phone, RemoteLive video consultations) with field sales for complex family and corporate moves. Key partnerships include Disney/Pixar (Toy Story 5 collaboration launching June 2026), Minion-branded trucks, MUJI for lifestyle-oriented moves, KANDOO work-experience theme parks, and disaster-response agreements with Kyoto City and Hiroshima City. The company holds METI DX Certified Operator status (renewed May 2025) and is privately held with no external equity investment disclosed.

Name

Art Moving Company

Legal name

アート引越センター株式会社

Website

https://the0123.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Art Moving Company Co., Ltd. is a Japanese moving services provider offering residential and corporate relocations across Japan through 160 branches, leveraging proprietary RFID inventory tracking and AI-powered estimation tools to serve individual and enterprise customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Moving and Relocation Services

NAICS

Used Household and Office Goods Moving (484210)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Moving for Homes (Single-Family, Townhome) (HSAKAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Retail Store & Commercial Space Moving (Stores, Salons, Restaurants) (HSAKAKAH), Local Moving with Packing/Unpacking Add-On (HSAKAAAH), Senior & Assisted-Living Local Moving (HSAKAAAD)

Keywords

• Residential moving services
• Office relocation services
• Truck transportation logistics
• Corporate employee transfers
• Household goods shipping

Headquarters

HQ city

Osaka

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Moving Transportation Services: Core revenue from moving services including transportation (vehicle costs) and labor (personnel costs). Pricing based on volume of goods, distance, and complexity of move. Base moving rates subject to 30% discount campaigns for website bookings.
2. Optional Services: Additional services including packing/unpacking, electrical work, air conditioning installation/cleaning, house cleaning, disinfection services, piano moving, curtain ordering, and temporary storage.
3. Art Shopping (E-commerce): Sale of moving-related products including earthquake-resistant goods, air conditioners, washing machines, TVs, and original moving supplies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Art Moving Center Co., Ltd. (アート引越センター) provides household and corporate moving services across Japan through a 160-branch nationwide network. Core services include the tiered Omakase Pack moving courses (Basic, Half, Full), segment-specific packs for students, women, and seniors, and dedicated office/corporate relocation and employee transfer services. The company also offers ancillary services such as packing, electrical work, air conditioning, cleaning, piano/vehicle transport, temporary storage, custom curtain ordering, and an in-house e-commerce platform (Art Shopping) selling moving-day essentials.

Product overview

Art Moving Company (アート引越センター) operates as a comprehensive moving service provider offering a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core offering is the Omakase Pack system with three tiered service courses (Basic, Half, Full), supplemented by segment-specific sub-brands including Gakuwari Pack (students), Ladies Pack (women), and Senior Pack (60+). The portfolio includes digital service modules such as ぐるっとAI見積り (AI-powered estimation), 引越マイページ (customer portal), and ラクモ (furniture rearrangement). Additional services encompass optional fee-based offerings (electrical work, air conditioning, sanitization), complimentary services, and an e-commerce platform (アートショッピング). The company also operates related businesses including childcare services (アートチャイルドケア) and a moving culture research institute. Key differentiation comes from technology integration including AI estimation tools and proprietary RFID systems, combined with industry competitions and quality training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Omakase Pack (Basic / Half / Full Course) The flagship household moving service offered in three tiered courses covering packing of large furniture, transport, unloading, and destination setup. Available to singles and families relocating within Japan.
• Gakuwari Pack (Student Discount Pack) Discounted moving package offered to students who request the rate at the time of booking.
• Ladies Pack Specialized moving package tailored for women living alone, with female staff and privacy-focused operations.
• Senior Pack Moving service for customers aged 60 and over, supported by professional life-organization specialists who assist with decluttering before the move.
• Office and Corporate Moving Services B2B moving services for offices, stores, and corporate facilities, plus employee-transfer moves. Sales-led with a dedicated corporate service team and inquiry channel.
• Rakumo (Furniture Rearrangement Service) In-home furniture and appliance rearrangement service that handles the heavy lifting of moving items between rooms.
• Art Apron Service (Room Organization) In-home room organization and tidying service delivered by experienced staff.
• Optional Services (Electrical, AC, Cleaning, Piano/Vehicle Transport, Storage) Bundled add-on services including air-conditioner installation/cleaning, electrical work, house cleaning/coating, sanitization, piano moving, vehicle transport, and temporary storage.
• Art Shopping (Moving Essentials E-Commerce) Proprietary e-commerce store offering moving-day essentials such as earthquake-resistant goods, air conditioners, washing machines, TVs, and original moving supplies.
• Custom Curtain Ordering Service Custom-ordered curtains offered at special pricing with a wide range of design choices.
• Gurutto AI Estimate (AI Moving Estimation Tool) Standalone AI-powered moving-estimation service that analyzes room images to automatically calculate furniture volume and produce instant moving quotes that can be booked online.
• Watashi no Hikkoshi (わたしの引越) Single-Person Moving Service Dedicated single-person moving service offered through the Art Group's Yamato Home Convenience subsidiary brand, targeting customers with smaller household volumes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free estimates available - customers can get quotes via phone, website, LINE, or RemoteLive video consultation at no charge.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KANDOO (カンドゥー)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Art Moving Center partnered with KANDOO work experience theme parks in Funabashi and Makuhari as a Brand Partner. First in the moving industry to open a moving experience activity at KANDOO Makuhari on March 28, 2025, introducing 'Moving Master' attraction for children and families.
• MUJI (無印良品)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with MUJI for moving services collaboration. MUJI supports lifestyle-oriented moving services through Art Moving Center.
• Yamagata City (山形市)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerComprehensive partnership agreement signed with Yamagata City for regional collaboration and community support initiatives.
• Kyoto City (京都市)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster response agreement signed November 20, 2024 for物资 reception, delivery, and cardboard supply during emergencies.
• Hiroshima City (広島市)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster response agreement signed January 9, 2025 for物资 reception, delivery, and cardboard supply during emergencies.
• Japan Wheelchair Rugby Federation (日本車椅子ラグビー連盟)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner sponsorship agreement signed April 1, 2026, supporting para-sports and inclusive community initiatives.
• Full Hōren Co., Ltd. (全保連株式会社)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness partnership signed August 7, 2025 for My Page concept, expanding life and housing support services for customers.
• Yamato Home Convenience Co., Ltd. (ヤマトホームコンビニエンス株式会社)coreOthersSubsidiary acquired through stock purchase in January 2022, expanding Art Group's domestic logistics and moving service capabilities.
• Disney/Pixar (Toy Story 5)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration for Toy Story 5 movie released June 2026, with nationwide CM airing from June 15, 2026 featuring movie tie-in content.
• Shiki Theatre Company - Kokoro no Gekijo (劇団四季「こころの劇場」)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting and sponsoring Shiki Theatre Company's Kokoro no Gekijo project providing theater experiences for children.
• Kansai Gakuin University (関西学院大学)minorOthersUniversity students from Kansai Gakuin University's Athletic Sports Bureau served as student camera crew at the 11th Art Japan Cup event.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• Bellhops: Tech-enabled on-demand moving labor marketplace in the US; comparable to Art's digital booking, AI estimation, and app-led customer experience — a forward-looking peer in moving-category digitalization.

Broad incumbents

• Seino Holdings: Japanese trucking and logistics group that has expanded into household moving and relocation services, overlapping with Art's truck-based local moving model.
• U-Haul: North America's largest DIY moving truck and storage operator; comparable to Art in core residential moving logistics with a parallel network-density and brand-recognition playbook.
• Nippon Express Holdings: Japan's largest logistics group offering household moving services (Peppper Express-style branded moving) as part of a much broader freight, warehousing, and international forwarding portfolio.
• SG Holdings (Sagawa Group): Holding company of Sagawa Express; competes with Art in both parcel and dedicated moving services across Japan with overlapping national branch density.

Direct peers

• Sagawa Express: One of Japan's two dominant door-to-door parcel and household goods carriers, with a dedicated moving (hikkoshi) service line that directly competes with Art across residential and corporate relocations in Japan.
• Yamato Holdings (Kuroneko Yamato): Parent of Yamato Home Convenience Co., Ltd., which Art acquired in 2022 as a wholly-owned subsidiary. Operates Japan's most recognized parcel/moving brand and directly competes with Art in household goods transportation.
• United Van Lines: US-based interstate household goods mover with a comparable service portfolio (packing, transportation, storage) and customer base to Art, useful as an international operational benchmark.
• Allied Van Lines (Sirva): Global household goods moving brand operating through franchise agents, directly comparable to Art in residential and corporate relocation services, especially for cross-border household moves.

Regional players

• Kintetsu World Express (KWE Moving): Operating under the Kintetsu/Hankyu group with a residential moving offering that competes regionally with Art, particularly in the Kansai corridor where Art is headquartered.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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