Case Study
How to Secure the Best Investment Property in Tokyo in Just 3 Days－A Story of Speed, Strategy, and a Perfect Match
Annelise had only three days in Tokyo. As a sharp investor and a mother of three adorable children waiting for her back in Los Angeles, she couldn’t afford to spend any more time away from home.
Overview
Annelise had only three days in Tokyo.
As a sharp investor and a mother of three adorable children waiting for her back in Los Angeles, she couldn’t afford to spend any more time away from home.
Three days.
That was all the time she had to find a property worth adding to her investment portfolio.
And yet—she succeeded.
Challenges
A Tight Schedule and High Standards
Before she arrived, we prepared meticulously, a fully optimized viewing schedule, carefully selected properties, and a clear investment strategy.
Her requirement was a 2LDK—a smart choice, since 2LDK units are the most rentable in Tokyo’s condominium market.
But there was a problem.
A spacious 2LDK in the ultra‑central areas simply didn’t fit the budget.
So we widened the search to Shinjuku, Setagaya, and Suginami, touring a broad range of options.
Still, Annelise didn’t say yes.
She has an investor’s eye—sharp, disciplined, and never swayed by anything less than the right deal.
Solutions
By the end of Day 2, we still hadn’t found “the one.”
The Turning Point: A Hidden Gem in Jingumae
With only one day left, I suggested a property in Jingumae, just a five‑minute walk from the iconic Takeshita Street in Harajuku.
It was a 1LDK, not the 2LDK she originally wanted.
But the location was exceptional.
When we stepped inside, everything changed.
The unit faced away from the main street—bright, quiet, and surprisingly peaceful for such a vibrant neighborhood.
It had strong rental yield potential and clear room for capital appreciation.
A true hidden gem.
Annelise knew it immediately.
She submitted a purchase offer on the spot and flew back to LA the next day.
From there, she left everything to me—
contract, closing, coordination.
I handled the entire process in Japan on her behalf.
The solution:
A seamless, ONE STOP SERVICE
The previous tenant had just moved out, and the interior needed upgrades.
On the condition that she entrusted rental management to AXIOS MANAGEMENT, we also oversaw the renovation process.
A seamless, one‑stop solution—
all in English, all handled by our group company.
Results
Yield, Appreciation, and Future Use
Today, the property—just minutes from Harajuku’s famous Takeshita Street—is performing beautifully.
Not only is it generating solid rental income, but a year and a half after her purchase, a unit of the same size in the same building is now listed for 18 million yen more.
Annelise had also mentioned she hoped to use the property with her family someday.
This investment achieved all three goals:
・Rental yield
・Capital gain
・Personal use
A rare and perfect combination．
Message from Annelise
“We were introduced to Naomi by a friend who recently purchased an apartment through her. As we were unfamiliar with the Japanese real estate market, we greatly appreciated Naomi’s patience. She was instrumental in helping us understand the market in both Tokyo and Japan.
Naomi is a professional and proficient real estate agent. Beyond her expertise, she is a thoughtful individual who went above and beyond to assist us with our purchase in Tokyo. We are very happy with her service and highly recommend her as a real estate professional.”
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