Articles and Insights - Ken Corporation Ltd.

A comfortable, high-quality lifestyle tailored to you, made possible by next-generation, healthy, eco-friendly housing "Yoyogi Sangubashi Terrace"

2023.05.10

Today, we often hear the expressions "decarbonization" and "carbon neutrality." In 2020, the Japanese government declared that the country would achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions, or carbon neutrality, by 2050. To that end, a roadmap toward a decarbonized society was created in 2021, and a number of initiatives got underway.

Living and Working Under One Roof The Enriching Lifestyle That Awaits A Step Away From The Parkhabio SOHO Yoyogi Koen

2022.11.11

In response to the growing number of people working from home, rental homes equipped with working spaces have started to attract attention. The Parkhabio SOHO Yoyogi Koen, situated next to Meiji Jingu, is a residential building with a co-working space on the first floor, bringing daily life and work under one roof.

Living in “Toranomon,” a town that is continually changing, eight years after the completion of Toranomon Hills Mori Tower

2022.08.05

Tokyo is a city that is changing rapidly, and one area that is currently developing remarkably is the Toranomon area, typified by Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, which opened in 2014. Not only Toranomon Hills, but the surrounding area also continues to develop rapidly, Toranomon being a town that will keep evolving. I have thought about what it means to live there.

The Apartment Bay YOKOHAMA : Ken Corporation brings luxurious serviced living to Minatomirai

2022.07.11

Ken Corporation Ltd. has long been a trusted partner of the foreign community, and on May 20, 2022, the real estate and property management company opened a new luxury serviced apartment building in the popular Yokohama waterfront area of Minatomirai.

Toranomon Hills Residential Tower: A New Residence Striving to Integrate Hard Product With Amenities

2022.06.29

At the center is Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, completed in 2014, with Toranomon Hills Business Tower (completed 2020) on the left, and Toranomon Hills Residential Tower, newly finished in January 2022, on the right, completing the three-tower complex and extensively landscaping of the Toranomon Hills area.

A Future Life Where Home Appliances are Controlled by Voice or Phone, Seen at The Parkhabio Azabujuban

2022.02.16

We've come to hear the word "smart home" quite frequently. This refers to a home offering a more comfortable living through having equipment and appliances within the home connected to the internet and controlled by cell phone apps or by voice. But is this actually possible?

See Major Changes at Atago Green Hills Forest Tower in its 20th Year

2022.02.16

Twenty years have passed since Atago Green Hills was built as a project envisioning urban revitalization while preserving the greenery of Mt. Atago and the historical and cultural environment of the area. Rather than a simple refurbishment, the value continues to rise for apartments at the residential Atago Green Hills Forest Tower as designers were used for the renovations.

Experience the luxury of Setanomori Garden&Terrace located on tranquil high ground where you can enjoy the greenery and the sky

2021.05.19

Are you familiar with the town named Seta in Setagaya-ku, where Setanomori GardenampTerrace is located? Set north of Futakotamagawa Station in one of the most popular parts of Setagaya-ku, the location is ideal for residential use.In fact, people have lived here since ancient times as suggested by the early Jomon period shell mounds found here. Built on this land, Setanomori Garden&Terrace is a residence with a lot of attractive features. - more

The unique charm of Le Ciel Inokashira Koen - A popular Kichijoji attraction in your front garden -

2021.05.19

Everyone knows that most of the value of a property is in its location and this is also true for rental housing. This is why the phrase "a location you will never see again" is often used in advertising, but, in actual fact, not many buildings have such a sense of uniqueness. - more

The choice of a "vintage condominium" to satisfy a preference for quality in the city center

2021.05.19

Around the year 2000 when the term “return to urban areas” appeared, another term was coined: vintage condominium. These condominiums were built at a time when anyone could live in the city center due to falling land prices. Admired by all and obtainable by only a select few, they have continued to maintain a high value of at least three million yen per tsubo despite being more than a decade old. Let’s take a look at what specific criteria put a property into this category. - more

The Changing Topology of Tokyo’s Central Three Wards

2021.05.19

Over the past few years, it has become clear that the shape and properties of the ground, in other words its topology, is closely related to natural disasters. By understanding the geography of an area, we can not only learn more about past disasters, but also predict the dangers posed by potential future disasters. - more

What criteria ensure swift occupancy of high-end rental residences?

2021.05.19

What conditions do a high-end rental residences need to satisfy in today’s market?
No matter how attractive a rental residence may be, to finalize a rental agreement quickly it is important to understand the needs of the tenant and find the property that matches those needs. We spoke with International Leasing Dept. General Manager Makoto Hatano and Leasing Dept. General Manager Ryo Hoshino from Ken Corporation’s Leasing Brokerage Division about the latest rental trends, success stories and the conditions properties need to satisfy to match with the right tenants. - more

Live a relaxing life in Nishi-Shinjuku. Spaciousness and convenience are priorities in D Marks Nishi Shinjuku Tower

2020.06.18

“Spacious” is a word rarely associated with life in Central Tokyo. When you hear Nishi-Shinjuku, you imagine a neo-futuristic city with rows of skyscrapers. The city may leave a cutting-edge and inorganic impression, but D Marks Nishi Shinjuku Tower has the kind of softness that can only be achieved by a residence designed for relaxation and life. Let’s take a look at the property. - more

Exploring renovations to a luxury rental property. The intent behind the newly updated Roppongi Green Terrace

2019.12.09

Roppongi Green Terrace, which lies in a quiet residential neighborhood a block away from the noise of Roppongi, has undergone major renovation work to its common areas. How have developers sought to transform this beloved property that boasts many long-term tenants? We posed this question, and also asked about the difficulties in carrying out renovations with tenants still present. - more

One Project after Another in a Rare Location! Zooming In on the La Tour Series

2019.6.25

One after the other, buildings in the Sumitomo Realty & Development luxury apartment building La Tour Series are being completed in rare locations such as the Shibuya area, where there has been little luxury rental housing despite growing demand, and Higashiyama in Kyoto, which feels especially high grade in the already popular Kyoto. We went and had a look at the vistas, quality spaces, and services that only such rare locations can offer. - more

In-depth report of Tokyo’s best serviced apartment by Mori Building

2018.6.22

If you move to an unfamiliar country, you may wish to pay attention to reassurance in addition to convenience and safety, which are important in the case of choosing permanent housing. What should you choose in Japan? We recommend the serviced apartments that can be found in Roppongi and many other locations in Minato-ku in central Tokyo. Take a closer look at their advantages. - more

Finding an Office Location in Shibuya, the Resurging Bit Valley

2018.4.26

Shibuya, including the Tokyu Corporation’s properties, is undergoing redevelopment. The resurgence of its past, the IT city of Bit Valley, is anticipated. Can you explain the redevelopment status? - more

A Town Where People Want to Live [Meguro]

2018.3.22

Recently, Meguro has been increasing in popularity and is often ranked among the most desirable towns for living. In addition to its highly convenient location, Meguro has many other appealing characteristics, such as its history and nature. Meanwhile, the redevelopment of the area in front of the station is attracting growing interest. - more

Characteristics of towns in the Tokyo Bay (WANGAN) Area (Part 2)

2018.1.12

Towns in the Tokyo Bay (WANGAN) area have developed independently from each other, and further changes are expected to take place there in the future. Among them, the impact of the Tokyo Olympics is significant. In addition, large-scale development projects have been seen in areas where there had previously been no movement. Let us look at the future of the Tokyo Bay area. - more

Discovery the appeal of Royal Parks apartments, where you will want to live for a long time

2017.11.28

Royal Parks apartments (produced by Daiwa Living) have been built throughout Japan since the completion of the estate in Ogikubo in March 2005: 10 in Tokyo, two in Kanagawa and Aichi, and one in Osaka. - more

Characteristics of towns in the Tokyo Bay (WANGAN) Area (Part 1)

2017.10.16

In central Tokyo, it is no longer possible to find many sites for housing construction. By contrast, housing construction is still booming in the Tokyo Bay (WANGAN) area. Considering the possible repurposing of the Tokyo Olympics athletes’ village as private housing, high-rise apartment buildings will be constructed successively in this area over the next few years. Did you know that the Tokyo Bay area comprises towns that differ from one another in terms of convenience, the environment and other particulars?
Let us look back at the history of the Tokyo Bay area and identify the characteristics of each town. - more

Revisiting the Secret of the Decade-Long Popularity of Shibaura Island

2017.09.11

The completion of the construction of Shibaura Island Air Tower in 2007 was a government-public-private collaboration in a large-scale development project. After ten years, Shibaura Island remains very popular and continues to attract resident applicants. Let us now revisit the changes and attractiveness of the residential complex. - more