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JR Kyushu Consultants Expands Trunk Room Services

JR Kyushu Consultants Inc., located in the heart of Fukuoka City, is making significant strides in the trunk room industry. Effective July 1, 2026, the company will expand its collaboration with Area Link Inc., a leading storage service provider based in Tokyo. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and quality of trunk room services in both Fukuoka and Nagasaki regions.

Expansion Details

As part of this strategic partnership, JR Kyushu Consultants will add 52 new properties and 955 rental rooms to their existing portfolio of trunk room services. This expansion will increase the total operational scale of Area Link under their management from 15 properties and 429 rooms to a whopping 67 properties and 1,384 rooms.

The partnership aims not only to create a more accessible storage environment for local customers but also to leverage the expertise and operational know-how of Area Link. This is projected to support an even greater demand for affordable and efficient storage solutions in the region, benefitting individuals and businesses alike.

Key Points of Expansion

• - Area: The expansion primarily focuses on Fukuoka City while also including properties in Nagasaki.
• - Scale: A total of 52 new properties and 955 storage units will be added.
• - Total: The partnership will cover 67 properties and 1,384 rooms in total.
• - Start Date: This expansion is set to launch on July 1, 2026.
• - Advantages: By utilizing the operational expertise from Area Link, particularly their popular ‘Hello Storage’ brand, this partnership promises to cater to a larger audience, ultimately providing more storage solutions that meet customer needs.

Understanding the Partner System

The collaborative “Partner System” established by Area Link seamlessly integrates all aspects of trunk room management. This comprehensive setup encapsulates everything from customer acquisition, contracts, and cancellations, to regular cleanings and first-level trouble support. What distinguishes this initiative is Area Link's reputation as the operator of ‘Hello Storage,’ the largest collection of storage units in Japan. By allowing Area Link to manage the trunk room business operations, JR Kyushu Consultants can significantly reduce personnel and system development costs, while increasing occupancy rates which lead to enhanced revenue streams. Notably, 90% of the rental income is returned to the partner companies involved.

For more detailed information, you can visit their official partner page here. A detailed explanatory video can be viewed here.

Overview of ‘Hello Storage’

‘Hello Storage’ offers a comprehensive range of rental storage options across 3,091 properties and 134,612 units as of June 2026. Since its establishment, the storage business has remained a core focus for Area Link, boasting the largest number of units in the industry. With services ranging from outdoor storage using shipping containers to specially designed indoor trunk rooms in buildings, including dedicated motorcycle storage facilities, the diversity of options helps to address varying customer requirements. To explore more about ‘Hello Storage’, please visit their website here.

Company Profiles

JR Kyushu Consultants Inc.

• - Location: 1-1-14, Higashi Hakata, Fukuoka City
• - Established: June 1990
• - President: Masaru Tsudaka
• - Capital: 20 million yen (as of December 31, 2025)
• - Employees: 265 (as of July 1, 2026)
• - Business Focus: Civil engineering surveys, construction management, architectural design, structural inspections, and ICT & real estate services.
• - Website: jrqc.co.jp

Area Link Inc.

• - Location: 4-14-1, Sotokanda, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• - Established: April 1995
• - President: Takashi Suzuki
• - Capital: 6,111 million yen (as of December 31, 2025)
• - Employees: 81 (as of December 31, 2025)
• - Business Areas: Storage services, land rights administration, office services, and asset management.
• - Website: arealink.co.jp