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Direct Listing New to Market LIVIAZ OSAKA EAST — Osaka, Japan

LIVIAZ OSAKA EAST

Osaka · Tenanted Investment Condominium

JPY 18,000,000

1K · Approx. 25.02 sq m · Completed 2022

Current Indicative Gross Yield: Approx. 4.30%

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Partner Listing Available LIONS TOWER IKEBUKURO — Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

LIONS TOWER IKEBUKURO

Toshima-ku, Tokyo · Renovated Condominium Residence

JPY 298,000,000

2LDK · 124.96 sq m · Top Floor · Renovated Jul 2026

Top floor · Renovated July 2026 · 124.96 sq m

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Partner Listing Available AIR RISE TOWER 5F — Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo

AIR RISE TOWER 5F

Toshima-ku, Tokyo · Renovated Condominium Residence

JPY 160,000,000

2LDK · 67.98 sq m · 5th Floor · Renovated Feb 2026

Renovated February 2026 · Direct access to Higashi-Ikebukuro Station

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Read more: Buying Property in Japan: What Overseas Buyers Don’t See Online

About AOKI LIVING LLC

Long-Term Support Beyond the Purchase.

Buying property is only the beginning. AOKI LIVING LLC supports selected clients with leasing, maintenance and ongoing operations after the transaction.

For international clients, buying in Japan is also about having someone locally they can rely on over time. My aim is to remain a dependable connection in Japan beyond a single purchase.

Our work began with detached-home leasing for senior overseas officials and expatriates in central Tokyo and has since expanded into condominiums and residential buildings across Tokyo and the Greater Tokyo Area.

All property transactions are handled through RE/MAX INTERFACE, with licensed coordination of payments, contracts, statutory disclosures, multilingual communication and title transfer.

Ken Aoki, English-speaking Japanese real estate advisor in Tokyo
Credentials

Licensed Real Estate Transaction SpecialistLicensed Rental Property Manager

Representative MemberAOKI LIVING LLC

Real Estate AgentRE/MAX INTERFACE

Post-Acquisition Operations

Master Lease & Local Operating Expertise

Agreed rent continues during vacancy periods.

Under an eligible master lease arrangement, AOKI LIVING LLC leases the property from the owner and pays the agreed rent during ordinary vacancy periods, while handling the day-to-day operating responsibilities in Japan.

Service Scope

Master Lease & Income

  • Agreed master lease rent
  • Rent continues during ordinary vacancy periods
  • Tenant acquisition and leasing strategy
  • Vacancy reduction and occupancy management

Property Operations

  • Repairs, maintenance and cleaning coordination
  • Tenant relations and local issue handling
  • Preventive maintenance and asset-value preservation
  • Cost control through established contractor relationships

Owner Administration

  • Financial and operating reports
  • Tax and remittance coordination
  • English-language communication
  • Japan-side documentation and administration

More than property management: a master lease structure supported by practical operating expertise built through direct ownership and day-to-day residential operations in Japan.

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Flexible Ownership

Live. Earn. Operate.

A property in Japan can be a home, an income-producing asset—or both. We help shape an ownership approach around how you plan to use it now and over time.

Tokyo-based condominium

Private Use & Japan Base

Live

A home, second residence or personal base in Japan.

Best for

Living, family use, work, education, regular visits or a future move.

Rental use may also be considered while you are away, depending on the property and management arrangement.

Income-producing property in Japan

Income-Producing Assets

Earn + Live

Generate rental income while retaining personal-use flexibility where the property allows.

Best for

Apartment buildings, selected condominiums and other income properties.

The balance between rental income and personal use can be adjusted depending on the asset.

Resort and lifestyle property in Japan

Hospitality & Operating Assets

Operate + Stay

Own an accommodation or operating asset while maintaining a practical connection with Japan.

Best for

Hotels, accommodation assets, mixed-use properties and selected commercial opportunities.

Owner stays may be possible where the operating structure permits.

Personal-use options depend on the property, ownership structure and operating arrangement.

Market Perspective

Tokyo’s residential market is being reshaped by rising land and construction costs, limited new supply and sustained demand.

Read more: Tokyo Property Is Being Repriced

Global Background & Professional Credentials

International Experience.
Practical Expertise in Japan.

Over 20 years across Australia, the United States and China shaped how I work with international clients. That background is supported by practical experience, professional qualifications and multilingual communication in Japan.

Glass globe among green leaves
Australia

The Australian National University
Economics & Asian Studies

Approx. 6 years
United States

San Diego & New Jersey

Approx. 6 years
China

Shanghai · Asia-Pacific business

Approx. 8 years
Business Roles
Representative Member, AOKI LIVING LLC
Residential Ownership, Development & Operations
Agent, RE/MAX INTERFACE
Licensed brokerage transactions in Japan
Professional Qualifications
Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist
Certified Rental Housing Property Manager
Rental Housing Maintenance Specialist
Languages
Japanese
Native
English
Business-level communication
Chinese
HSK Level 6 · Advanced proficiency
How the Work Is Coordinated

Coordinated Support from Acquisition to Operations.

RE/MAX INTERFACE provides the licensed brokerage framework for the property transaction, with additional planning and post-acquisition support available through AOKI LIVING LLC where needed.

Brokerage & Secure Transaction Coordination

Licensed brokerage support from initial property review through contract, settlement and closing.

  • Property search, review and transaction guidance
  • Negotiation, contract and closing coordination
  • Secure settlement and transfer-of-funds coordination
  • Coordination with judicial scriveners for title registration and closing documentation
AOKI LIVING LLC
Planning & Post-Acquisition Operations

Separate owner-side services for planning, technical review and the ongoing operation of the property after closing.

  • Builder selection, volume studies and business planning
  • Home inspection and building assessment through engineering reports
  • Hospitality setup and operating-structure support
  • Ongoing operations and owner reporting, including selected master lease arrangements

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AOKI LIVING LLC · Property Planning & Operations

How We Manage and Operate Different Types of Property

Different properties require different operating strategies. These examples show how we manage residential assets with attention to leasing, maintenance, costs and long-term value.

Central Tokyo condominium
01

Central Tokyo Condominiums

Primary Objective Preserving Livability and Long-Term Asset Quality

Condominium ownership requires ongoing attention to building rules, management fees, repair planning, leasing conditions, and the quality of the building management association. We focus on keeping the property practical for daily use while protecting its long-term marketability.

Decision Focus
  • Building management
  • Repair planning
  • Leasing conditions
  • Long-term marketability
Urban residential rental building
02

Urban Residential Buildings

Primary Objective Stable Long-Term Rental Operation

A residential building has to operate reliably every day. We focus on tenant demand, achievable rents, vacancy control, maintenance, leasing conditions, external management quality, and the timing of future repairs.

Decision Focus
  • Tenant demand
  • Unit mix
  • Maintenance planning
  • Operating efficiency
Income-producing apartment building
03

High-Yield Income Properties

Primary Objective Sustainable Income

Higher income requires closer operating control. We review tenant turnover, local rental demand, operating costs, maintenance exposure, access, and the durability of the income rather than relying only on the headline yield.

Decision Focus
  • Tenant turnover
  • Operating costs
  • Maintenance exposure
  • Income durability
Newly built residential development
04

Ground-Up Residential Development

Primary Objective Creating a Property That Can Be Operated Efficiently

Long-term management begins before construction. Tenant profile, layout, equipment, materials, maintenance access, construction cost, rent assumptions, and the future management structure should all be considered from the planning stage.

Decision Focus
  • Target tenants
  • Layout
  • Maintenance access
  • Lifecycle cost

These examples reflect AOKI LIVING LLC’s direct involvement in property planning, acquisition, development and operations. They are presented as examples of practical operating experience and are not currently offered for sale.

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Insights

Practical Guidance for International Clients

Signature insights for overseas buyers — how Tokyo values are being repriced, what you don’t see online, what brokerage fees really pay for, and what a property’s yield actually means.

Tokyo Market

Tokyo Property Is Being Repriced

Land scarcity, rising construction costs, limited new supply and concentrated housing demand are reshaping residential property values across Greater Tokyo.

Buyer-Side Advisory

Buying Property in Japan: What Overseas Buyers Don’t See Online

Public listings are useful — but they are only one visible layer of the market.

Brokerage & Transaction

Brokerage Fees in Japan: What Overseas Buyers Are Really Paying For

Not just a listing introduction — brokerage fees in Japan are tied to representation, transaction coordination, and professional responsibility.

Costs & Returns

Japanese Property Yields: How to Convert Headline Yield into NOI

Headline yield is only the starting point. Real owner-side returns require costs, vacancy, repairs, management, and operating reality.

Advisory Themes

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Japan Planning Private use, second homes and residence planning. Insights

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