Furano & Niseko: Kukan Inc. Accelerates Real Estate DX with New Rideshare Launch; Enhancing Inbound Vacation Rental Support and Hiring Local Talent.

2025-12-24 Press Release

～ Maximizing Hokkaido’s value through inbound marketing and Real Estate DX alongside evolving transport infrastructure. We are seeking partners to co-create the future of the region.～

Kukan Inc. Strengthens “Vacation Rental × Web Marketing” Support for Inbound Tourism.

Kukan Inc. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido; CEO: Kentaro Yamamoto), a provider of vacation rental real estate and web solutions in Hokkaido, is expanding its support for the development and management of accommodation facilities to capture surging inbound demand, following the introduction of “Japanese-style Rideshare” in Furano City.
Leveraging the resolution of regional transportation challenges as a catalyst, the company maximizes the value of vacant houses and underutilized real estate through advanced web marketing. In line with this business expansion, Kukan Inc. has also launched recruitment for core members to spearhead regional revitalization in Hokkaido.

Seizing the “Mobility Revolution” in Furano: Enhancing Regional Real Estate Value.

In December 2024, Furano City will launch “Japanese-style Rideshare,” allowing private drivers to transport passengers for a fee. This marks a major step toward resolving the chronic taxi shortage that has long hindered both winter ski tourists and local residents.
The city’s Planning and Promotion Division expressed high expectations for the launch, stating, “We hope this will significantly improve the transportation environment, supporting both the daily lives of our citizens and the overall experience for tourists.”
Source: “Inbound Tourists Walking from Ski Resorts to Town for Dinner: Rideshare to Launch in Furano City”
　https://www.hokkaido-np.co.jp/article/1247789/

At Kukan Inc., we view this evolution of transportation infrastructure as a powerful “tailwind” for Hokkaido’s tourism real estate market. Improved mobility provides a prime opportunity to redefine the value of hidden gem properties and areas where accessibility was previously a challenge.

About Kukan Inc.: A Professional Group Specializing in “Vacation Rental Real Estate × Web Marketing.”

JANKEN: A Comprehensive Real Estate Investment Portal Site

We are more than just a real estate agency. With a mission to “Deliver Hokkaido’s Value to the World,” we operate a business that integrates high-level physical operations (real estate and management) with sophisticated digital intelligence (web marketing).

1. One-Stop Support for Vacation Rental Real Estate

Specializing in the Furano and Niseko areas, we provide seamless end-to-end support—from brokerage and cold-climate renovations to licensing and full-scale facility management.

2. High-Impact Web Marketing Capabilities

Through our proprietary Hokkaido real estate media and multilingual content (English, Traditional Chinese, etc.), we engage directly with high-net-worth individuals and investors worldwide. Our greatest strength lies in our strategic funnel design; we don’t just “build” a property—we ensure it attracts guests and generates consistent revenue.

【JANKEN】Kukan’s Proprietary Business Model

To Real Estate Owners and Business Partners: Shall we maximize the hidden potential of your “Kukan” (space)?

With the evolution of transportation infrastructure and the rapid resurgence of inbound demand, now is the time to re-evaluate your real estate strategy.

Property Owners: Those with underutilized vacant houses or land.
Business Entities: Companies considering the sale or transfer of accommodation facilities to optimize their business portfolio.
Investors: Those seeking to launch high-yield vacation rental businesses in the Furano and Niseko areas.

Kukan Inc. leverages the power of web marketing to add “world-class value” to your real estate, ensuring it is chosen by the global market. We invite you to consult with us regarding projects in the Sapporo, Furano, and Niseko areas.

Inquiries (Real Estate & Web Solutions)

Shall we co-create the future of Hokkaido together?

Kukan Inc. is seeking passionate individuals who share our vision and are eager to “revitalize Hokkaido together.”
Our mission goes beyond simple accommodation management or web development. We aim to contribute to “urban development (machi-zukuri)” in Hokkaido by supporting the V-shaped recovery of tourism, capturing inbound vitality, revitalizing vacant houses, and promoting regional DX.

We are looking for those who want to tackle regional challenges head-on while preserving the beautiful rural landscapes and majestic nature, and who aspire to breathe new life into the community through their skills and ideas.

If you have a burning passion for Hokkaido—alongside expertise in inbound tourism, web marketing, or real estate development—we sincerely look forward to hearing from you.

【Open Positions】

・Hospitality & Operations Staff (Vacation Rental Management)
・Web Marketers & Directors
・Real Estate Sales (Vacation Rental Development)
…and more.

Inquiries Regarding Recruitment

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.

Inquiries Regarding This Matter

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

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