Major Real Estate Agency
When we intend to rent or purchase house or condo in Japan, we usually visit real estate agent but if you are planning to take your time and carefully choose a good property, it would be advisable to look for information on large real estate groups that possess and develop a significant number of high-quality properties.
In Japan, there are three major corporate groups known as “Zaibatsu”: Mitsui, Mitsubishi, and Sumitomo. These groups encompass various businesses, including banks, trading companies, and various manufacturing industries, each having its own real estate company. In addition to these, major developers like Nomura and Tokyo Tatemono are also originated from different Zaibatsu group. Definitely, these companies provide popular and highly reliable properties that are often located in good locations.
Setting aside these major conglomerate real estate groups, it might be Mori Building that currently owns/develops the most luxurious and world-class properties in extremely urban setting in center of Tokyo.
Mori Building Co., Ltd | In the Showa era, with a focus on the Toranomon area and Minato Ward, office buildings with the sign of “Moribiru” were increasing. Remarkable large-scale urban development in the central Tokyo area has accelerated since the establishment of Ark Hills in 1986. They now owns, sells and rents top line office buildings and residences. Most recent Azabudai-Hills is the tallest building in Japan. If purchasing isn’t your immediate option, they have many properties also for a rent that are in the best locations of Tokyo. Realtor Company : Mori Living Main Condo Brand : Toranomon Hills Residence ARK Hills Sengokuyama Residence Motoazabu Hills Hirakawacho Mori Tower Residence Forest Terrace Toriizaka Toranomon Hills Residential Tower Azabudai-Hills |
Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. | Their extensive real estate presence traces its historical roots back to the Mitsubishi Zaibatsu’s efforts to transform the Marunouchi area into a modern business district modeled after London during the Meiji Restoration. New project, “TOKYO TORCH” development is planned to be completed in 2028. Based on our actual living experience in one of their line up, Mitsubishi’s property gives high level of satisfaction through care for the refined details. Realtor Company : Mitsubishi Estate Residence Co.,Ltd. Main Condo Brand : The Parkhouse The Terrace |
Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. | Located in Nihonbashi, it preserves good old tradition of Mitsui. Symbolic milestones include Kasumigaseki Building(Japan’s first high rise), Tokyo Disney Land, Tokyo Midtown(Roppongi, redevelopment of former Ministry of Defense campus), Lazona Kawasaki Plaza(redevelopment of former Toshiba Corporation’s origin) and Shibuya’s Miyashita Park. Mitsui Fudosan also provided 90% of the funding for the large office building, “50 Hudson Yards,” completed in New York City, with estimated $4B project cost. Realtor Company : Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co.,Ltd. Main Condo Brand : PARK HOMES PARK CITY PARK TOWER PARK COURT PARK MANSION others |
Sumitomo Realty & Development Co., Ltd. | The company’s land holdings exceeded those of its competitors such as Mitsui Real Estate and Mitsubishi Estate, making it the top landowner in all industries. In their marketing slogan, “Scene as Symbol”, it also describes, “There are a lot of scenes in each city of Japan. So we must make various new scenes. Finally it will be your most precious symbol”. In our actual living experience in two of their condo line ups, facade and exterior appearances are impressive and also symbolic. Realtor Company : Sumitomo Real Estate Sales Co., Ltd. Main Condo Brand : CITY TOWER CITY HOUSE CITY TERRACE GRAND HILLS AXLE COURT |
Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. | They excel in residential development and their strength is in its integrated system of construction, sales, and management, which ties together everything from acquiring land to sales and management using the group’s abilities. They offer condominiums under the brand “PROUD” often developed in serene residential locations, particularly in traditional and upscale neighborhoods. The PROUD series exudes sophistication and quality. Realtor Company : Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. Main Condo Brand : PROUD |
Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. | Yasuda Zaibatsu originated company is focused on large-scale development projects in the city center, such as the Tsukiji Market Site Redevelopment Project and Shibuya REGENERATION Project. They excel in various sectors including luxury residential properties, office buildings, and commercial facilities. One of our relatives live in Brillia Tower property which has high class design and beautiful amenity such as owners’ library and roof top garden. Main Condo Brand : Brillia |
Morimoto Co., Ltd. | Although a relatively young company in terms of history, they own and develop high-quality condominiums in prime locations in Tokyo and other regions. Their properties are known for good designs. Main Condo Brand : DIANA GARDEN DIANA COURT PIAS CRESCENT ART BLANC IPSE |
Tokyu Land Corporation | “WE ARE GREEN”, their corporate slogan shows commitment to environmental excellence. They are also dedicated to the redevelopment of the so called “Greater Shibuya” area including most recent works of Shibuya Sakura Stage, Forest Gate Daikanyama(The architect who undertook the design of the MAIN building is Mr. Kengo Kuma), Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado” and more. They provide high quality condo under BRANZ brand. Tokyu Corporation has separate condo brand, Dresser. Main Condo Brand : BRANZ |