LICENSED BY
TOKYO METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT
Member, Japan Real Estate Association
Registered MLIT Compliance Partner
Curated Access Only
Featured properties
RENTAL
¥185,000 / mo
Roppongi Hills Studio
Minato-ku, Tokyo
Studio
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32 m²
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High floor
Available
March 2026
INVESTMENT
¥92M
Gion Heritage Machiya
Higashiyama, Kyoto
3BR
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148 m²
•
Zen garden
Projected net yield
4.8%
RENTAL
¥138,000 / mo
INVESTMENT
¥128M
Shibuya Prime Tower
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
2BR
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71 m²
•
Prime location
Projected net yield
3.9%
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We do not sell
properties.
We steward introductions.
Every property we present has passed through layers of cultural, legal, and quality filters. We work only with licensed agencies who share our commitment to discretion and long-term value.
Place before product
We begin with the neighborhood — its history, its rhythms, its future. The building and unit follow.
Omotenashi in practice
Anticipating unspoken needs. Preparing clients for the Japanese rental and ownership experience before they arrive.
Discretion by design
We never list publicly. Introductions are made only after we understand your full context and intentions.
Long-term stewardship
Many of our clients return years later. Our relationships continue well beyond the initial transaction.
CONTEXT IS EVERYTHING
Understanding place in Japan
TOKYO
Minato & Shibuya
The wards where international executives and long-term residents converge. Exceptional transport, international schools nearby, and buildings that meet the highest seismic and energy standards.
KYOTO
Higashiyama & Arashiyama
Where heritage properties still command respect. Machiya townhouses that have been thoughtfully restored offer both cultural depth and viable investment characteristics for the right buyer.
OSAKA
Kita & Nakanoshima
The business heart of Kansai. Excellent value compared to Tokyo, strong rental demand from domestic professionals, and a more relaxed pace that appeals to many relocating families.
THE ADVISORY PROCESS
How we work with clients
Our process respects the Japanese way of doing business while removing friction for international clients.
01
Discovery call
We learn your full story — timeline, family situation, investment horizon, cultural comfort level, and non-negotiables. No generic forms.
02
Curated brief
We translate your requirements into Japanese agency language and prepare a shortlist from our partner network. No public listings.
03
Private viewings
Arranged exclusively for you. We accompany or brief the partner agency on your specific concerns — seismic reports, sunlight, neighbor context.
04
Negotiation & due diligence
We review contracts, guarantor requirements, and renovation history. Foreign buyers receive clear explanations of every clause.
05
Ongoing stewardship
After move-in or acquisition we remain available for tenant issues, maintenance referrals, resale strategy, or future needs.
REAL CLIENT PATHS
Recent outcomes
RENTAL • FAMILY RELOCATION
Singapore family finds 4BR house in Denenchofu
After two unsuccessful attempts through major portals, we introduced them to a detached home with garden through a long-standing partner agency.
The key was understanding their need for a Japanese school within walking distance and a landlord open to international tenants.
Closed in 31 days
2025
INVESTMENT • CROSS-BORDER
European investor acquires renovated Kyoto machiya
Client wanted both yield and cultural significance. We sourced a fully restored property in a preservation district through our Kyoto specialist partner.
We arranged full structural assessment and short-term rental licensing advice.
Net yield after costs 4.8%
Completed Dec 2025
These stories are representative. Every client situation is different. We do not guarantee specific outcomes or timelines.
KNOWLEDGE FOR CLIENTS
Japan Real Estate Insights
MARKET REPORT • 2026
How the Tokyo rental market actually works
Guarantor companies, key money realities, seismic standards, and why working with the right agency matters more than the property listing itself.
Read the full analysis
INVESTMENT GUIDE
Buying property in Japan as a foreigner: 2026 reality
Financing realities, ownership rights, and what actually happens at closing.
REGULATORY NOTE
New energy efficiency and seismic requirements
What changed in 2025–2026 and how it affects older buildings.
Ready to begin?
We typically prepare a tailored shortlist within 72 hours of a qualified consultation.
Completely confidential. No obligation.