Earn income gains from the highest-yielding asset class
in real estate by operating vacation rentals.
JANKEN, operated by Kukan Inc., consists of members with extensive know-how gained from managing over 500 vacation rental properties.
Our team operates across all resort areas in Hokkaido, from Sapporo to Furano in the east and Niseko in the west. We offer our expertise and experience to help ensure the success of your vacation rental investment.
Over +200% Vacation rental operations generate
up to 200% more revenue on average compared to traditional real estate leasing.
Winter sports enthusiasts from around the world flock to top resorts like Niseko, Rusutsu, and Furano, famous for their high-quality powder snow.
Owning property in Hokkaido’s globally renowned resorts allows you to leverage it for both business and personal leisure purposes.
Despite a 430% increase in foreign tourists visiting Hokkaido over the past decade, there remains a shortage of accommodation options.
Vacation rentals in Hokkaido help minimize vacancy risks and maintain a stable occupancy rate by catering to the growing demand from international visitors.
With rising land prices in Niseko, renowned hotel brands like Park Hyatt and Ritz-Carlton have established a presence, boosting market reliability for ownership, residence, investment, and development.
Active redevelopment and the extension of the Hokkaido Shinkansen to Sapporo further enhance the region's investment potential.
Hokkaido’s snow quality is considered world-class, and while its potential rivals that of the top global resorts,
real estate prices in Niseko are about one-third of those in other major international ski resorts, with Furano and Rusutsu offering even more affordable options.
As an emerging resort market, the risk of depreciation is low, making it a low-risk, high-reward investment opportunity.
JANKEN ensures the success of your investment journey in Hokkaido through three unique strengths.
We leverage our extensive experience in vacation rental operations across Hokkaido to help ensure your investment success.
We have built a robust network of local information that goes beyond what is available online, allowing us to meet various client needs.
We have established connections with essential service providers such as real estate agents, construction companies, and cleaning services, offering a seamless, one-stop solution for vacation rental management.
Vacation Rental Investment Consulting
Comprehensive consulting for vacation rental investments
Vacation Property Sales and Listings
Brokerage services for land and property transactions
Translation and Interpretation Services
Brokerage assistance for foreign investors
Building Planning and Design
Architectural planning tailored for real estate investments
Sales Strategy
Development property sales and marketing strategies
Development Management
Construction and development management reporting
Have questions about buying property or investing in vacation rentals in Hokkaido?
Our JANKEN agents are here to help.
Resolve your questions about property purchases!
FAQ page for investors around the world.
Niseko attracts tourists from around the world, including Australia, as a renowned ski resort in winter and a summer retreat for rafting and outdoor activities.
Despite being more affordable than other international ski resorts, Niseko's real estate market boasts the highest land value growth rate in Japan, making it an increasingly attractive investment destination for domestic and international investors.
Owning property in this globally recognized Hokkaido resort allows you to benefit from both capital gains and income through vacation rental operations.
Like Niseko, Furano attracts many tourists for its high-quality powder snow during winter and its stunning lavender fields in summer.
During peak seasons, Furano even surpasses Niseko with over 153,000 annual foreign guest nights.
While land prices in the resort area of Kitanomine have increased by 34% over four years, Furano remains more affordable than Niseko, offering a lower entry cost.
Furano provides an ideal opportunity for vacation rental investments with high income potential and a relatively low initial investment.
Please provide detailed information about your goals, area of interest, business model, budget, and desired start date for your investment in Hokkaido.
If you have any previous experience in vacation rental or real estate investment, please mention it to help us provide data-driven recommendations for better results.
Our team of vacation rental experts, knowledgeable about local business practices in Hokkaido, will conduct simulations based on the information shared and propose a tailored investment strategy.
We provide valuable local insights and address various investor needs and concerns, supporting you in achieving your ideal investment goals.
We will execute the proposed investment services based on the consultation, including comprehensive consulting, property brokerage, land transactions, and tailored architectural planning.
Each service will be carried out according to schedule, with continuous monitoring and improvement through the PDCA cycle to meet your investment KPIs.
The return on investment (ROI) for vacation rental properties can be calculated using tools such as AirDNA and MetroEngine, as well as internal simulations.
You need to estimate factors like property price, initial investment, monthly mortgage and expenses, nightly rates, and occupancy rates.
Owning a vacation rental property offers several advantages:
- Generates passive income monthly
- Potential for both cash flow and property value appreciation
- Higher cash flow, cash-on-cash return (CoC), and ROI compared to long-term rentals
Potential downsides include:
- Real estate markets are not 100% predictable
- Inconsistent income due to vacancies
- Unexpected seasonal expenses
Common hidden costs associated with vacation rental properties include:
- Property taxes
- Legal fees
- Closing costs
- Unexpected property upgrades
- Accidental damage caused by guests
- Property management fees
- Insurance for homeowners and short-term rentals
- Homeowners Association (HOA) fees
Have questions about buying property or investing in vacation rentals in Hokkaido?
Our JANKEN agents are here to help.
Resolve your questions about property purchases!
FAQ page for investors around the world.
+81 50-1807-5783
