ABOUT US

Your bridge to the best opportunities in the Tokyo housing market.

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Low Rejection Rate

With foreigner-friendly landlords, our properties have one of the lowest rejection rates for international tenants in Japan.

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Multilingual Support

Our multilingual team makes the entire process easy to navigate with support in English, Chinese, Japanese and French.

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Flexible Lease Terms

We offer properties with flexible lease agreements that accommodate both short-term and long-term stays.

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Fewer Restrictions

Our properties come with fewer restrictions, giving you more freedom and flexibility to live comfortably.

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BRIDGEHEAD JAPAN

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Bridgehead Japan, we are driven by a deep commitment to helping the international community thrive in Tokyo’s complex real estate market. Founded by Maaya Takahara, whose own experience with Japan's unique housing system sparked the creation of the company, Bridgehead Japan was built to simplify the rental and buying process for foreigners. We understand the challenges, from language barriers to strict rental policies, and have made it our mission to make the process transparent, easy, and welcoming.

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COMPANY INFO

Company name Bridgehead Japan Co.,Ltd.
CEO Maaya Takahara
Established 11MAY24
No. of Listings 10+
Address 1-3-15 Highashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-Ku, Tokyo 〒140-0002
Telephone 03-6161-1136
Fax 03-6161-1131
Capital 30,000,000
Permits / Licences Tokyo (1) 111660
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WE SPECIALIZE IN...

With a finger firmly on the pulse of the Tokyo housing market and over a decade of combined experience, we’re committed to offering you not just a property, but a place that truly feels like home. Discover how we make the exceptional happen every day.

Multilingual Support

Our bilingual team provides seamless communication in English, Japanese, French and Chinese, guiding you through every step.

Rental alternatives

A range of options tailored for both temporary and permanent residents. 

Foreigner-Friendly

We focus on foreigner-friendly properties with flexible terms and fewer restrictions to make renting easier for you.

Tailored Property Searches

We curate personalized property listings based on your preferences, budget, and lifestyle needs.

Local Expertise, Global Insight

With deep local knowledge and international experience, we ensure a smooth transition to your new home in Tokyo.

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MEET THE TEAM

Get to know the faces who will be guiding you through every step of finding your ideal home in Japan. From seasoned negotiators to expert advisors, our team is here to ensure that your journey into the Japanese housing market is smooth, transparent, and tailored to your needs.

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CEO / Founder

Maaya Takahara

Through her involvement with the international communities in Japan, Maaya realized the unique real estate system in Japan is an obstacle for foreigners to enjoy their time in Japan. Maaya started Bridgehead Japan to help foreigners better navigate the unique real estate market of Tokyo in hope to improve foreigners’ experience in Japan.

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Sales agent

Yung-Hwei Ko

An experienced English speaking real estate agent who specializes in helping foreigners to rent, buy, and sell Tokyo real estate properties. Ko is fluent in English, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese. WIth over three years of experience in the Tokyo real estate market and network of both local and foreign property owners in Tokyo, Ko is able to help you find the best property the Tokyo real estate market has to offer.

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Senior Realtor

Yuiko Suzuki

With over 25 years of experience in the Tokyo real estate market, Yukiko is an expert in the Tokyo real estate market especially when it comes to investmenting in the Tokyo rental housing market. Yukiko gained her English fluency through experience working for multinational corporations and her involvement with the international communities in Tokyo. Yukiko will inspire confidence while guiding you through the unique real estate market of Tokyo.

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Sales agent

Siwen Wang

Siwen is an expert of Tokyo working as a tour guide until 2020 gaining knowledge of the city and acquiring experience guiding foreigners through Tokyo. Siwen is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and is able to communicate in English as well as Japanese with ease. Siwen is an accomplished sales agent with vast experience helping Chinese speaking clients acquiring properties in the Tokyo real estate market.

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Rental agent

Timothee Ozelley

Tim is a Swiss rental agent who is driven to help people find their homes in Japan. As an expat and former teacher working in Tokyo, he knows how important clear communication and personalized support are for newcomers who are looking for housing. He speaks French, English, and can communicate in German, making it easier to connect with a diverse range of clients.

We understand the unique challenges foreigners face when navigating the Tokyo real estate market. Our goal is to remove those barriers and provide a smooth, stress-free experience by offering foreigner-friendly properties and multilingual support. Whether you're renting or buying, we're here to make sure you feel at home in Japan.

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With a finger firmly on the pulse of the Tokyo housing market and over a decade of combined experience, we’re committed to offering you not just a property, but a place that truly feels like home.

Get in Touch

1-3-15 Highashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-Ku, Tokyo 〒140-0002

Mon - Fri: 10am - 6pm
Sat - Sun: 9am - 5pm