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Opening Up Opportunities for Vacant Homes in Niigata

On October 25, 2025, Ject One Co., Ltd., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, will host a significant event titled "A Step Towards Utilizing Vacant Homes Connected to the Community: Vacant Homes Consultation Event in Sanjo, Niigata." This initiative takes place against the backdrop of ongoing challenges posed by vacant homes in the region and aims to raise awareness about disaster prevention. The event is part of the broader project called "Sumu Yado Sumu," aimed at addressing pressing issues like Japan's declining population and the increasing number of vacant homes.

Understanding Sumu Yado Sumu

Sumu Yado Sumu is a consortium initiated by Ject One and the Jiji Press Co., Ltd. to tackle social problems such as declining populations and rising vacant homes in Japan. Established in August 2025, it encompasses private companies involved in real estate, vacant home utilization, and accommodation businesses, working collaboratively to create effective solutions.

The project focuses on transforming dormant vacant houses into livable residences for dual-locality residents or guest accommodations, helping stimulate movement in local communities. Furthermore, they strive to ensure these houses can be converted into temporary shelters in the event of disasters, thereby contributing to local resilience both during normal and emergency circumstances.

Core Issues Addressed by Sumu Yado Sumu

1. Vacant Home Utilization: Convert vacant houses into valuable local assets rather than demolishing them.
2. Regional Revitalization: Encourage more dual-locality residents and create ties between existing residents and newcomers.
3. Disaster Preparedness: Pre-register and maintain vacant homes for use as emergency shelters during disasters.
4. Inbound Tourism: Provide guest accommodations reflecting Japanese culture to cater to the rising number of foreign tourists.

For further details about Sumu Yado Sumu's initiatives, please visit their official website.

Details About the Vacant Homes Consultation Event

Since its inception, Sumu Yado Sumu has conducted various awareness events to broaden the understanding of its services among vacant home owners. This event in Sanjo, Niigata, marks the first organized event by Ject One designed to enlighten the community on its strategies and available assistance.

Event Overview

• - Title: A Step Towards Utilizing Vacant Homes Connected to the Community: Vacant Homes Consultation Event
• - Date: October 25, 2025 (Saturday) from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• - Venue: Machiyama Science Hall, 11-6 Motomachi, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture (a 3-minute walk from JR Kita-Sanjo Station). View the map.
• - Schedule:

- 10:30 AM: Doors Open
- 1:00 PM: Opening Address by Ichiro Sugimoto, Representative Director of Sumu Yado Sumu
- 1:05 PM: Presentation about Sumu Yado Sumu by Yasuhiro Ueyama from the Japan Farm Stay Association
- 1:20 PM: Special Seminar on Inheritance by Toshiki Tanabe from the Niigata Ken-Ei Judicial Scriveners Office
- 5:00 PM: Event Ends

Participants can consult with various specialists at individual consultation booths throughout the event. Advance registration for preferred consultation topics is encouraged for smoother interactions. More details and registration options are available on the official site.

This initiative is supported through a dormant deposit utilization project.

About Sumu Yado Sumu Association

• - Name: Sumu Yado Sumu Association
• - Location: Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 5-15-8
• - Established: August 2025
• - Representative Director: Ichiro Sugimoto (Director, Jiji Press Co., Ltd.)
• - Board Members: Including Koichi Inoue from the Folk House Regeneration Association and Kanoh Ueyama from the Housing Accommodation Association, among others.
• - Website: Sumu Yado Sumu

About Ject One Co., Ltd.

• - Name: Ject One Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 2-17-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 21st floor of Shibuya Akushu
• - Established: January 28, 2009
• - Representative: Mikio Okawa
• - Capital: 130 million yen
• - Business Scope: Comprehensive real estate development, renovation projects, rental management, and vacant home services (Aki Sapo: Aki Sapo).
• - Website: Ject One

What is Aki Sapo?

Aki Sapo is Ject One's unique service designed to address vacant home issues. They collaborate closely with owners to provide tailored plans for usage or purchase, ensuring a hassle-free resolution that considers varying needs and community specifics. Launched in 2016, Aki Sapo now also aids corporations in utilizing their dormant properties effectively.

Aki Sapo's Usage Service

Expanding its reach in the Tokyo and Kansai areas, Aki Sapo offers to rent and renovate vacant properties at its own expense, subsequently subleasing them according to community needs, thus revitalizing local resources through effective property repurposing.

Aki Sapo's Purchase Option

Aki Sapo directly buys vacant homes, offering nationwide free valuation services and supporting owners in their selling journey, regardless of the property's condition or location.