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Addressing Social Challenges through Business

The ongoing issues of vacant houses and poor labor conditions are pressing social challenges that require innovative solutions. To address these issues, SA Corporation, based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has initiated a unique opportunity for media representatives and business leaders facing similar challenges. Under the banner "Transforming Society through Business," SA will host exclusive one-on-one sessions where participants can engage with CEO Yasuhiro Sakai directly.

Why This Session Matters

SA specializes in resolving complex real estate issues, handling over 10,000 inquiries annually about properties that traditional companies often overlook. With a focus on shared interests, properties with building restrictions, and difficult-to-navigate real estate categories, Sakai's expertise as a real estate appraiser has allowed him to transform over 600 distressed properties into valuable assets each year.

However, this journey hasn’t been without its challenges. The company has faced difficulties with employee retention in a high-stress environment. Having learned from the bitter experiences of the past, SA has adopted a highly performance-based evaluation system devoid of personal biases. By fostering an enjoyable work atmosphere—spearheaded by the establishment of the "Clean Employment Planner" certification for harassment prevention—SA offers a unique management approach that harmonizes psychological safety with high productivity.

An Invitation to Engage

The upcoming interaction sessions are not just an opportunity for Q&A; they are a chance to dive deep into the real, gritty details of running a business in challenging sectors. Participants will have the chance to explore key topics, including:

1. The Behind-the-Scenes of Business: What is the negotiation process like for shared ownership properties? What strategies can companies use to unlock the potential of distressed real estate?

2. Organizational Management: How does a meritocracy with a focus on concrete results lead to zero tolerance for harassment?

3. Candid Leadership Insights: What fierce challenges has Sakai faced that shaped his belief that work should be enjoyable?

These themes will be explored in detail during the sessions with the CEO, and he will provide candid answers with no questions off-limits.

Session Details

The one-on-one sessions will be tailored to individual needs and will take place at SA's new office located on the 17th floor of the Kioicho Building in Chiyoda. This informal setting aims to invite discussions on various topics, whether you seek journalistic inspiration, aim to enhance governance structures, or need insights into complex real estate issues.

Participants:

• - Journalists, editors, and directors from newspapers, economic magazines, and business media
• - Business leaders facing challenges in organizational development or labor conditions
• - Companies struggling with complex real estate asset management

Date: Sessions will start from July 24, 2026, and will be scheduled for each participant. Each session will last approximately one hour.

Cost: Free

About Yasuhiro Sakai

Born in 1976 in Tokyo, Sakai graduated from Chuo University’s Faculty of Law before working for a major real estate appraisal firm. He later gained experience in banking and real estate management before founding SA in 2018. To further his commitment to improving labor conditions, he established the Clean Employment Planner association in 2023.

About SA Corporation

As specialists in complex real estate, SA has tackled over 10,000 inquiries and facilitated the successful sale of 600 properties annually. Their expertise ranges from managing shared ownership and properties with reconstruction restrictions to assisting with vacant homes and inheritance issues.

For further information, please visit our corporate site at SA Corporation.