Join the Exciting Share Rental Summit 'Share Katsu 2025' in Tokyo!

Share Rental Summit 'Share Katsu 2025'

Goodroom, Inc. under the leadership of Hiroyuki Okura is co-hosting the event alongside Share 180 and Kizunaya at the goodroom lounge, creating a space where industry leaders converse about the current state of share rental businesses. Scheduled for October 24, 2025, at goodoffice Toyocho in Tokyo's Koto Ward, this summit aims to foster networking and discuss the growth and trends within the co-living and sharehouse sector.

Event Details

The summit will feature valuable insights from four leading companies in the industry:
1. Goodroom, Inc.
2. Share 180
3. Kizunaya
4. Borderless House

Event Information:

- Date: October 24, 2025
- Time: 13:30 - 16:30 (Doors open at 12:45)
- Location: goodoffice Toyocho, 2-5-14 Minamisuna, Koto-ku, Tokyo (Map)
- Attendance: 80 - 100 participants
- Target Audience: Real estate professionals, entrepreneurs, and companies offering related services (furniture, equipment, IT, real estate tech)
- Participation Fee: General Session - 5,000 yen; Networking Event (17:00 - 19:00) - 3,500 yen
- Registration: Available through Peatix. Registration Link

The Growing Significance of the Share Housing Market

With the increased rental prices in metropolitan areas prompting a shift in tenant needs—such as a desire for lower initial costs, social interaction, and well-equipped living environments—share houses and co-living spaces are becoming more appealing. According to the Japan Sharehouse Association's report from December 1, 2023, the number of share houses in Japan has risen to 5,808 properties, marking an increase of 201 from the previous year. This trend indicates a growing demand for shared living situations, catering to diverse lifestyle needs.

Challenges Facing Share Housing Operators

Despite the increasing interest in share housing, operators face significant challenges including high operating costs related to tenant retention, community building, and cleaning services, compounded by labor shortages. Moreover, simply offering rooms is insufficient for ensuring profitability, emphasizing the need for shared operational expertise and increased opportunities for information exchange among providers.

Thus, the summit will provide a vital forum for discussing operational know-how and current trends in share housing.

Insights from Industry Leaders

During the summit, representatives from the four leading companies will impart their practical experiences in the co-living sector. Topics will include:

- Co-living strategies
- Integrating foreign residents
- Market trends
- Community management

Key Speakers:

1. Hiroyuki Okura (Goodroom, Inc.) - Discussing insights based on the management of approximately 750 rooms, focusing on user demographics and the needs for short-term stays.

2. Masaki Ito (Share 180) - Sharing strategies for succeeding in a competitive market bolstered by data from nearly 5,000 rooms across Japan.

3. Masafumi and Yoshiko Hiraoka (Kizunaya) - Providing guidance on fostering self-sustaining communities based on over 400 resident reviews.

4. Sungil Lee (Borderless House) - Sharing best practices for attracting foreign residents, particularly relevant as inbound demand rises in Japan.

Goodroom's Success Story: 'goodroom residence'

As a notable initiative, 'goodroom residence' exemplifies Goodroom's commitment to revitalizing underutilized properties. This service transforms obsolete dormitories and facilities into vibrant co-living spaces, ensuring a hotel-like environment conducive to both short and long-term residents. Maintaining an impressive average occupancy rate of approximately 90% across its 15 locations nationwide, Goodroom continues to meet the diverse housing needs of its clientele.

For property owners with vacancies and concerns, Goodroom welcomes inquiries to explore revitalization solutions.

- Contact Email: [email protected]

About Goodroom, Inc.

Goodroom, Inc. operates under the philosophy of creating unique living solutions through innovative approaches in technology and design. By managing renovations, marketing, and operations internally, they contribute not only to the satisfaction of property owners and tenants but also address societal issues such as the vacant property crisis in Japan. Learn more at Goodroom Official Site.