Introducing “Shikauchi”: A New Real Estate Project in Furano. Experience a Hybrid Lifestyle with “Rental Villas” – Ideal for Both Private Retreats and Asset Investment.
With comprehensive support, owners can enjoy an investment experience full of possibilities.
“Creating Spaces, Circulating Value” – Kukan Inc. (Representative Director: Kentaro Yamamoto), based in Furano, Hokkaido, is pleased to announce the launch of “Shikauchi,” a new land subdivision project in Nakafurano Town.
We propose “rental villas” as a new way to engage with real estate, addressing diverse demands from property owners. A fresh breeze is now blowing through the burgeoning real estate investment market in the Furano area.
Born in Nakafurano Town, the Town of Lavender! What is “Shikauchi Furano”?
In June 2025, we announced the grand opening of “Shikauchi Furano,” our wholly self-planned accommodation and private lodging facility.
It boasts excellent access to Furano’s two major leisure spots: only a 14-minute drive to Kitanomine Ski Resort and 9 minutes to Farm Tomita. This brand-new property offers bright, sophisticated interiors designed to harmonize with the natural views from every window, and the entire building is available for private rental.
“Shikauchi Furano” provides one of the most exceptional lodging experiences in Nakafurano Town, and indeed, across the entire Furano area. In this press release, we invite you to consider making this charming “Shikauchi Furano” your own.
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“Rental Villas” as a Real Estate Utilization Method: What is the New Subdivision Project “Shikauchi”?
As shown in the diagram above, “Shikauchi Furano” consists of four detached houses on a spacious plot of land, with each property and its land capable of being utilized independently.
All properties are newly built, ensuring that guests in any of the A, B, C, or D units can enjoy the latest facilities and pristine interiors.
We plan to market each of these “Shikauchi Furano” properties to new owners interested in owning a villa in the Furano area, offering them as “rental villas” (hotel condominiums) combined with a real estate utilization proposal.
“Shikauchi” New Subdivision Project Details
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/shikauchi/
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/shikauchi-en/
https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/shikauchi-cn/
Benefits of Owning a “Rental Villa” in Furano
A rental villa is a new form of resort property ownership that allows for both personal villa use and real estate investment for profit. Specifically, during periods when the villa isn’t being used personally, it can be rented out as a hotel room to general tourists, aiming to generate rental income. This effectively helps reduce the costs associated with maintaining and managing the property.
The Furano area, in particular, is one of Hokkaido’s premier tourist destinations, boasting high accommodation demand compared to other regions. This makes it a genuinely viable area for operating rental villas.
Many tourists visit Furano: in summer, they come to admire the beautiful lavender fields, and in winter, they seek the exhilarating experience of skiing on its famed powder snow.
The above chart is quoted from the “Hokkaido Tourism Visitor Survey Report (Reiwa 5).” The red frame indicates Furano City’s position in the ranking table.
Referring to this, it is evident that Furano City boasts significant tourism and accommodation demand within Hokkaido.
・Total Tourist Arrivals (Cumulative): 19th (1.89 million people, 16.0% increase year-on-year)
・Total Overnight Stays (Cumulative): 9th (770,000 nights, 34.4% increase year-on-year)
Nakafurano Town, adjacent to Furano City, is also a crucial area supporting Furano City’s tourism and accommodation demand. Particularly, Furano City’s appeal in the summer is significantly influenced by Nakafurano Town’s lavender fields. Even if not explicitly shown in the table, Furano City and Nakafurano Town share a symbiotic relationship.
By participating in the new “Shikauchi” subdivision project, owners can simultaneously acquire “the ultimate villa” and “an excellent investment property.”
Various Charms of “Rental Villas”
The “rental villa” investment proposed by our company offers various other attractions and benefits.
①Available Anytime, Even During Peak Season
Unlike traditional hotels, owners can freely use their property whenever they wish to stay. A major advantage is the ability to utilize it as “your own villa” without reservation worries, even during often-crowded high seasons.
②Reduce Running Costs with Rental Income
As mentioned, by operating the property as a private lodging facility during periods of non-use, you can earn accommodation fees. This revenue can be allocated towards running costs such as management fees and fixed asset taxes, effectively reducing your actual ownership expenses.
③Leave Management and Maintenance to the Hotel Operations
All complex maintenance tasks, including cleaning, linen changes, and equipment inspections, are handled by the management company. A robust operational system is in place, allowing even distant owners to possess the property with peace of mind, ensuring asset value is maintained even when you’re away.
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Real estate utilization as a rental villa meets the needs of people such as those who:
・Want to use it like a private villa at their preferred times.
・Don’t want to bother with maintenance and management.
・Want to keep running costs down.
・Desire to spend time in a space with high-quality hospitality.
・Are looking for a welfare facility for company use.
・Are considering selling the property in the future.
The option of a rental villa opens up various possibilities for new owners who wish to acquire real estate in a resort area. For example, some might love a “Shikauchi” property as a villa but find the purchase decision difficult due to budget constraints. However, offering the “rental villa” option can alleviate or resolve this concern. If you can anticipate accommodation income from private lodging operations, you can purchase a “Shikauchi” property with greater peace of mind, both mentally and financially. We believe rental villas are an investment method that brightens the future for owners.
Robust Support System to Ensure Stable Operation as a Rental Villa
At “Shikauchi,” we’ve built a comprehensive support system to ensure owners can confidently operate their properties as rental villas.
Kukan Inc.（Developer）
Since its establishment in 2022, Kukan Inc. (our company) has been involved in private lodging operations and real estate sales in Hokkaido’s resort areas, including Kutchan-Niseko and Furano. Additionally, in 2024, we launched a frozen sweets shop in Sapporo, where we independently succeeded in acquiring unique know-how for SNS operation aimed at attracting customers.
Through these experiences, our company has accumulated expertise in “private lodging real estate” and “digital marketing.” We are committed to providing proposals and know-how based on our extensive experience to owners participating in “Shikauchi,” contributing wholeheartedly to the future success woven within “Shikauchi.”
Worldwide Base Co., Ltd. (Operating Partner)
Founded in 2017, Worldwide Base Co., Ltd. boasts extensive experience in real estate sales and private lodging operations in Hokkaido’s resort areas, as well as monthly apartment management in urban areas. They have a long-standing partnership with Kukan Inc., primarily focused on real estate utilization in resort areas, and continue to assist with the “Shikauchi” project.
Despite private lodging operations being its core business, Worldwide Base Co., Ltd. successfully navigated the major crisis of “drastically reduced tourists” caused by the pandemic from 2020 onwards, demonstrating exceptional corporate resilience. While “unprecedented situations” are inherent in investment, should they arise, Worldwide Base will provide calm responses and logical action proposals based on their experience during the pandemic.
Comprehensive Support from Both Companies for a Secure Investment Experience
When operating a property as a rental villa, it’s essential to consider not only ensuring a quality stay for owners but also the perspectives of “private lodging management” to maximize convenience for short-term guests and “marketing” to identify the most effective ways to attract customers. Furthermore, as a real estate investment, a future-oriented perspective, including long-term simulation-based investment strategies and risk management, is also crucial.
The collaboration between Kukan Inc. and Worldwide Base Co., Ltd. leads to the acquisition of the multifaceted perspectives necessary for rental villa operation. In addition, it enhances the quality of insights gained from each perspective.
It’s our responsibility as the developer to consistently meet the expectations of owners participating in “Shikauchi.” We promise to flexibly update our support system in response to the ever-changing tourism landscape of Furano, ensuring owners receive a secure investment experience from beginning to end.
Future Outlook
“Shikauchi” is Kukan Inc.’s first entirely self-planned project. Its success will not only drive our company’s future growth but also enhance the investment value of Nakafurano Town.
Our goal is not only to boost tourism in the Furano area but also to support the overall regional revitalization of Furano itself. We will continue to launch initiatives aimed at encouraging people from outside Furano and Hokkaido to take an interest in the area and understand its value, all while cherishing our collaborations with local businesses and residents.
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：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/
Kukan Real Estate：https://kukanhokkaido.co.jp/realestate/
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Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Company Name： Kukan Inc. Public Relations Manager
E-mail address： pr@kukanhokkaido.co.jp
