From 'Negative' to 'Positive' Assets: Kitakyushu Demolition Firm Tackles 9 Million Vacant Homes with New 'Junk Buy-up x Real Estate' Service

The growing problem of vacant houses and post-inheritance abandonment. (Reference: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications 'Housing and Land Survey'). In recent years, the increase in vacant houses in Japan has become a serious social problem. According to a survey by the Statistics Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, there are 9 million vacant houses nationwide. This is an increase of 510,000 compared to 2018, and the vacancy rate has reached a record high of 13.8%. It is predicted that the vacancy rate will reach about 25% by 2043, and this trend is attracting attention as an increasingly significant social issue. Among these, houses that are not utilized after inheritance are considered a major factor in raising the vacancy rate. Although inheritance registration was made mandatory in April 2024, the number of people who acquire real estate through inheritance but face the following problems is still increasing: 'I live far away and can't manage it,' 'I can't get started with cleaning up and disposal,' 'I want to utilize it but don't know where to start.' For these reasons, cases of abandonment are on the rise. A particular problem is the large amount of household goods and junk left in the house. The emotional attachment makes it difficult to decide on disposal, leading to a situation where sorting, demolition, and sale do not proceed. Against this backdrop, we believe that the demand for one-stop handling of 'sorting, disposal, and sale' is rapidly increasing. One-stop support possible only for a demolition company. In response to these social challenges, our company will launch a new 'Junk Buy-up Business' and 'Real Estate Business' from June 2026. As a demolition company, we have been involved in many sites, and having undertaken more than 1,500 demolition projects, we have witnessed the reality of a large amount of still-usable items being disposed of. Furthermore, we have seen many situations where properties with real estate value are not being utilized. Therefore, our company has built a one-stop service that consistently handles: ① Sorting and purchasing of unwanted items, ② Sorting and disposal of remaining items, ③ Demolition of buildings, ④ Proposal for sale and utilization of real estate. This allows customers to avoid having to contact multiple companies, saving them time, effort, and cost. Also, by taking the stance of buying valuable items instead of just disposing of them, we believe we can simultaneously reduce the psychological burden on customers and maximize asset value. Towards realizing a new 'norm' for the inheritance era. In the future, with the aging of Japan's population, an increase in inherited real estate is inevitable. Among these, what is required by heirs living far away and those in their 50s to 70s is not just simple sale or demolition, but comprehensive support that is sensitive to their situation. For those who don't know what to do with an inherited house or have emotional attachments preventing them from acting, our company will provide: ● A function as a consultation point immediately after inheritance, ● Careful sorting that respects memories, ● Demolition work tailored to the situation, ● Proposals and support to maximize real estate value. Through this new total support, we will help turn 'negative assets' into 'positive assets.' As a demolition company, we know the field, can assess the value of goods through junk buy-up, and take full responsibility for the entire process up to the exit through our real estate business, thereby realizing a new 'norm' that meets customer expectations in this new era. Our initiatives from an SDGs perspective. This initiative is also deeply related to the SDGs, which aim for a sustainable society. In particular, we believe our service contributes to achieving: Goal 11 'Sustainable Cities and Communities,' Goal 12 'Responsible Consumption and Production.' The increase in vacant houses has various negative impacts on the community from the viewpoints of disaster prevention, crime prevention, and landscape. Our support for sorting, demolition, and real estate utilization helps resolve these problems and maintain/improve community safety and value. By buying and recirculating unwanted items, we can find new value in resources that would otherwise be discarded, contributing to waste reduction and the realization of a circular economy. By having a perspective of 'utilizing and connecting' rather than just 'destroying and discarding,' we will promote initiatives for a sustainable society that balances environmental load reduction and effective resource use. We will contribute to the local community as a familiar presence that turns 'troubles' related to inherited real estate into 'good outcomes.' Company Profile: CEO: Norihiko Miyano. Company Name: NSG Co., Ltd. Head Office: 4-7-10 Kosaki, Yahatanishi-ku, Kitakyushu-shi, Fukuoka 806-0055. Business: Demolition, civil engineering, secondhand dealer, real estate. URL: http://www.nsg2016.co.jp/. TEL: 093-616-7555. FAX: 093-616-7556. Construction Permit No.: Fukuoka Governor Permit (Han-3) No. 109806. Industrial Waste Collection and Transportation Permit: Fukuoka Governor Permit 04000190613. Secondhand Dealer Permit No.: 902031810043. Real Estate Broker License No.: Fukuoka Governor (1) 21210.