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Nexwill Expands Its Operations to Mito City

In a bid to address the increasing number of vacant houses in Japan, Nexwill Co., Ltd. has announced the opening of its new branch in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, scheduled to commence operations on February 2, 2026. The company, which specializes in purchasing problematic real estate such as vacant houses and shared ownership properties, aims to provide tailored solutions for local communities.

Mito Branch Overview

Located at Myum Building, 1-2-4 Miyamachi, Mito, the new branch will focus on the pressing local issue of vacant houses. Ibaraki has reported an alarming number of vacant homes, with 196,200 units identified in a 2023 survey—accounting for 14.1% of the total housing stock of 1,390,900 units. This figure is notably above the national average, indicating a serious regional challenge.

Addressing the Local Empty House Crisis

Nexwill has been actively involved in addressing vacant house issues in Ibaraki since 2023, in partnership with Mito Hollyhock, a local sports team. Their initiative includes establishing a consultation desk specifically for vacant house issues in the region. With the opening of the Mito branch, Nexwill aims to strengthen its support system and work closely with the community to tackle this growing concern.

The company prides itself on purchasing real estate that is often difficult to sell due to various complications, which they refer to as "problematic properties." This includes not only abandoned homes but also properties with shared ownership due to inheritance, buildings that do not comply with current construction regulations, and real estate that has unclear ownership due to unregistered inheritances.

The 'Wakegai' Initiative

Nexwill's unique program, "Wakegai," focuses on purchasing and reselling such problematic properties by organizing legal and ownership relationships. Their innovative approach helps to eliminate the barriers that prevent these properties from being released back onto the market.

The company is committed to finding solutions to the vacant house crisis, actively partnering with local governments and sports teams to engage in public-private collaborations. Such efforts have led to numerous agreements with local administrations, supporting community-driven strategies for resolving vacant property challenges while fostering local revitalization through partnerships with sports teams.

Company Overview

Founded in Tokyo's Minato Ward, Nexwill Co., Ltd. specializes in the purchase and resale of problematic real estate. Under the leadership of president Tomoyuki Maruoka, the company aims to facilitate the selling process for owners struggling with complicated property situations.

For more information, visit their official website.

Additional Services

Nexwill offers several services related to the vacant property sector:

1. URI・KAI: A C to C platform that connects those looking to sell problematic properties with potential buyers. More details can be found at uri-kai.com.
2. URI・KAI for INVESTOR: A members-only site aimed at real estate investors, featuring properties purchased by Nexwill that can be operated as rental properties. Visit investor.uri-kai.com for more information.

Contact Information

For inquiries, the public relations representative, Tsuzuki, can be reached at:

• - Phone: 03-6435-7950 / 080-7040-2920
• - Email: [email protected]

The launch of the Mito branch marks a strategic move by Nexwill to combat the vacant house issues prevalent in Ibaraki, reinforcing their commitment to enhancing community welfare and promoting sustainable housing solutions.