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Sapporo’s city, Furano’s greenery, Kutchan’s snow. We shape your ideal life.

Kukan Inc., based in Furano, Hokkaido, is excited to announce the launch of Kukan Real Estate on July 3, 2025. This new venture offers one-stop solutions for diverse real estate needs, providing comprehensive support for sales brokerage, rentals, and renovations. We aim to help each client achieve their envisioned “ideal life in Hokkaido.”

Kukan Real Estate Official Website
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/realestate/

Background and Vision for Our New Venture

The vibrancy of Sapporo, the brilliance of Niseko, the colors of Furano—Hokkaido, the northern land embraced by magnificent nature, captivates many. We established “Kukan Real Estate” with the desire to deliver the joy of owning a “home” in this land, and the rich “lifestyle” that follows. We propose unique properties that reflect evolving lifestyles and values, shaping each client’s distinct “individuality.”

Three Key Features of Kukan Real Estate

Under the concept of “creating next-generation real estate services,” Kukan Real Estate offers new value to clients through the following three distinctive features:

“One-Stop Solution” for All Your Real Estate Needs

From property purchase and sale to rentals, renovations, empty home utilization, villa management, and even tax agency services—we’ve built a comprehensive service system. This allows you to resolve all complex and diverse real estate challenges through a single point of contact.

“Proven Expertise” Through Specialized Business Collaboration

Our group’s specialized businesses—”Ior” for real estate rentals, “Goen” for property acquisition, and “Janken” for guesthouse investments—collaborate closely. This synergy leverages deep knowledge and proven results in each field, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, expert services.

“Community-Rooted Problem-Solving Power” in Hokkaido

With bases in Sapporo and Furano, we deeply understand each region’s unique characteristics to propose optimal property utilization. Our strong advantage lies in leveraging our local network and experience to provide solutions tailored to each client’s specific situation.

Our Services Supported by Four Pillars

“Kukan Real Estate” focuses on four core services to meet all your property needs:

○Buy & Sell
○Rent
○Reform
○Management

Real Estate Service Details

【For Buying & Selling】

Residential & Land Sales: We act as intermediaries for the sale of new and pre-owned detached houses and land.
Condominium Sales: We support the sale of condominiums and pre-owned apartments.
Commercial Property Sales: We provide brokerage and consulting for commercial properties like retail stores and offices.
Short-term Rental (Minpaku) Property Sales: We offer specialized support for investment and operational short-term rental properties.
Property Sale & Purchase: Leveraging our extensive information and experience, we propose the optimal sales plan for your property.

【For Renting】

Rental Brokerage: We introduce optimal properties and land for those seeking apartments, condominiums, or parking spaces.
Monthly/Weekly Rentals: We guide you to furnished short-term rental properties, perfect for business trips or training.

【For Renovating & Managing】

Renovation & Repair: We propose renovation and repair plans tailored to your intended use.
Empty Property & Land Utilization: We support the sale or repurposing of your dormant assets.
Villa Management: We offer optimal villa management plans, primarily in the Kutchan and Furano areas.
Tax Management: For overseas owners, we manage property tax payments on your behalf.

Kukan Real Estate provides expert support for all your real estate needs, from every angle, customized to your specific requirements.

Future Outlook

“What does ‘home’ truly mean to people?” “What should real estate look like in the future?” We constantly keep these questions in mind, challenging ourselves to create services that transcend conventional ideas. Beyond the traditional scope of real estate, we aim to be a true partner in fulfilling our clients’ dreams and aspirations, creating the future together with Hokkaido’s local communities.

About Recruitment

We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals eager to join us in contributing to Hokkaido’s regional revitalization. As a Sapporo-based IT startup, we’re looking for colleagues who can bring new value to society through creativity.

About Current Job Openings

We will now specifically introduce the various positions currently being recruited by our company.

General Affairs & Accounting Manager [Full-time Employee/Contract Employee/Freelancer]

This role involves managing the entire back office, from daily accounting tasks to contract management, HR, and general affairs. You’ll work closely with the management team, contributing to improving operational flows and building new management systems. It’s a rewarding position where you can support the company’s overall growth. This environment is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills, especially if you have experience in financial management within the real estate or hospitality sectors.

Details of Work Responsibilities
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit/job/corporate-staff/

Real Estate Admin / Real Estate Transaction Specialist Staff [Part-time/Contract Employee]

This role involves property data entry, assisting with contract document creation, and for those with a Real Estate Transaction Specialist qualification, assisting with important property explanations. A key feature is the flexible shift system, making it easy to balance work with family or side jobs. You’ll also handle properties in popular resort areas like Niseko and Furano, leading to frequent online interactions with clients nationwide. This offers a chance to gain broad practical experience without leaving the region.

Details of Work Responsibilities
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit/job/real-estate-office-work/

Real Estate Sales Brokerage & Buy-Renovate-Resell Sales Staff [Freelancer]

In addition to supporting both sellers and buyers in real estate brokerage, you will be involved in the entire process from sourcing pre-owned properties to renovation and resale. This is a commission-based role, offering the potential for high income in the high-closing-rate areas of Furano and Niseko—an environment where you can truly leverage your sales skills. There will also be interactions with overseas investors, making this position ideal for those looking to utilize their language and marketing abilities.

Details of Work Responsibilities
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit/job/realestate-sales-hokkaido/

Architectural Project Manager [Freelancer/Contract Employee]

This role involves end-to-end management of new construction and renovation projects for resort hotels, short-term rentals (Minpaku), and villas, from the planning stage through to completion. You’ll coordinate with designers, contractors, and clients, comprehensively controlling budget, schedule, and quality. We also utilize BIM and cloud tools for project management, allowing for flexible remote work.

Details of Work Responsibilities
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit/job/project-management/

Minpaku Interior Coordinator & Space Planner [Freelancer/Part-time]

This role involves the total production of space concepts for short-term rental (Minpaku) facilities and villas, from design to furniture/lighting selection and styling. We seek proposals for “Local x Luxury” designs that leverage Hokkaido’s nature and culture, allowing you to convey the region’s charm through space creation. This is a highly rewarding position, as you’ll also be involved in marketing areas like post-construction SNS photography and review analysis.

Details of Work Responsibilities
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit/job/interior-coordinator-hokkaido/

If you resonate with our management philosophy and purpose, and have a strong awareness of regional challenges, we invite you to explore our recruitment page. Why not grow with us and build the future at Kukan, where we embrace change and continuously provide “optimal experiences” through technology?

▼Recruitment Top Page
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit-en/
▼Current Job Openings List
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/recruit-en/job-en/

Company Profile

Company Name:
Kukan Inc.
Established:
November 29, 2022
Capital:
¥1,000,000
Representative:
Kentaro Yamamoto

Locations:
Furano Office (Head Office)
4-7 Sakaemachi, Furano, Hokkaido 076-0023, Japan
Sapporo Office
1-1 Toyohira 4-jo 3-chome, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 062-0904, Japan

License Number
Real Estate Transaction Dealer Hokkaido Governor Kamikawa (1) No. 1316

Business Activities:

1. Minpaku Investment Business – Planning and operation of JANKEN, support for minpaku investment projects in the Hokkaido area.
2.Creative Business – Business development, branding, planning support for marketing solutions.
3.Real Estate Services – Buying, selling, leasing, brokerage, purchase and revitalization, development, property management, detached housing/land subdivision, house/condominium construction and sales, interior construction, renovation work.
4.Web Services – Website planning, production, and operation, IT support services, online secretarial services, internet information provision.

Related Links

Kukan Inc.：https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/en/
JANKEN：https://janken-hokkaido.com/en/
Real Estate Buying Specialist “Goen” ：https://goen-hokkaido.jp/
Web Support Services：https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/websolutions/

Related News

The specialized real estate purchasing service “Goen” launches in the Kutchan-Niseko and Furano areas! Secure and direct property purchases to eliminate future uncertainties.
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/pressrelease-en/1685/

The comprehensive service site for vacation rental investors, JANKEN, has been renewed! Leading the vacation rental industry in Hokkaido.
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/pressrelease-en/1771/

Hokkaido Vacation Rental Investment Enters a New Stage: JANKEN Reform Strengthens Services to Create “Impossible-to-Book Popular Accommodations” Based on Furano and Kutchan Operating Results
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/pressrelease-en/2705/

Inquiries Regarding This Matter

Company Name： Kukan Inc. Public Relations Manager
E-mail address： pr@kukanhokkaido.co.jp