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Designed for Meaningful Licensing
Storytelling, character design, intellectual property (IP), and commercial strategy
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We manage a curated universe of 450+ original characters across multiple IP systems, offering scalable storytelling and tiered licensing opportunities, from flagship characters to secondary and collectible systems.
Original IP. Real Impact.
We are a boutique Philippine intellectual property studio developing story-driven brands for curated collaborations, experiential concepts, and product integration.
Ato Gaido is prepared to support your creative and commercial goals with story-driven IP, immersive brand concepts, and end-to-end strategic support that engages customers and grows your business.
What's New?
NEW! The Ato Gaido Kawaii Tea Cafè
At the 2nd level of City Walk 2, inside Eastwood City, Ato Gaido Kawaii Tea Café presents itself with cuteness and purpose. Behind the glass walls and pastel-toned illustrations is a concept that pairs kawaii charm with a return to traditional tea preparation.
The café centers on tea as craft rather than convenience. Its beverages are made from hand-selected premium tea leaves and authentically dried herbs, brewed in small batches using straightforward, time-honored methods. There are no automated systems humming behind the counter, no powdered shortcuts or artificial essences standing in for the real thing. Each cup is steeped the traditional way and with intention.
The result is tea that prioritizes ingredient integrity. Flavors are light but direct, shaped by the leaves and herbs themselves rather than by syrups or additives. The approach may seem simple, but it is deliberate: to offer drinks for those who value natural components and the quiet benefits that come with them.
In a district known for rapid turnover and trend cycles, Ato Gaido Kawaii Café positions itself around patience and authenticity. The message is straightforward: real leaves, real herbs, brewed properly. That’s it.
Visually, the café leans into its kawaii identity. Illustrated characters line the walls, soft colors define the interior, and the space balances playfulness with warmth. Yet the cute aesthetic does not overshadow the product. Instead, it frames the experience. A gentle contrast to the seriousness of the tea sourcing in each cup.
Each purchase includes a complimentary kawaii sticker, a small gesture that extends the café’s personality beyond the cup. It is less a promotional add-on than a keepsake, reinforcing the idea that everyday rituals can carry small moments of delight.