Next-Generation Residence with Smart Home & Facial Recognition to Debut in Funabashi, Chiba
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- Next-Generation Residence with Smart Home & Facial Recognition to Debut in Funabashi, Chiba
- Link Japan Inc. (Link Japan) announces that its smart home service 'eLife', based on its Home IoT platform 'HomeLink', has been adopted for 'Park Homes Funabashi', scheduled for sale by Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co., Ltd. starting late July 2026. The property will feature 'eLife' in each unit, enabling residents to control home appliances and equipment, and remotely lock/unlock doors via the 'HomeLink' app. Additionally, DXYZ Inc.'s facial recognition ID platform 'FreeiD' will be implemented, facilitating seamless, hands-free access from the entrance to individual unit doors. This marks Mitsui Fudosan Residential's first adoption of 'eLife' and 'FreeiD' as a combined package.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 12, 2026
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Link Japan Inc. (Link Japan) announces that its smart home service 'eLife', based on its Home IoT platform 'HomeLink', has been adopted for 'Park Homes Funabashi', scheduled for sale by Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co., Ltd. starting late July 2026. The property will feature 'eLife' in each unit, enabling residents to control home appliances and equipment, and remotely lock/unlock doors via the 'HomeLink' app. Additionally, DXYZ Inc.'s facial recognition ID platform 'FreeiD' will be implemented, facilitating seamless, hands-free access from the entrance to individual unit doors. This marks Mitsui Fudosan Residential's first adoption of 'eLife' and 'FreeiD' as a combined package.
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- Next-Generation Residence with Smart Home & Facial Recognition to Debut in Funabashi, Chiba (June 12, 2026), PR Times
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- June 12, 2026
Link Japan Inc. (Link Japan) announces that its smart home service 'eLife', based on its Home IoT platform 'HomeLink', has been adopted for 'Park Homes Funabashi', scheduled for sale by Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co., Ltd. starting late July 2026. The property will feature 'eLife' in each unit, enabling residents to control home appliances and equipment, and remotely lock/unlock doors via the 'HomeLink' app. Additionally, DXYZ Inc.'s facial recognition ID platform 'FreeiD' will be implemented, facilitating seamless, hands-free access from the entrance to individual unit doors. This marks Mitsui Fudosan Residential's first adoption of 'eLife' and 'FreeiD' as a combined package.
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Link Japan Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shinichi Kawachiyasu; hereinafter referred to as "our company") is pleased to announce that its smart home service "eLife", based on the Home IoT platform "HomeLink" developed and provided by our company, has been adopted for "Park Homes Funabashi", which Mitsui Fudosan Residential Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Toru Kamimura; hereinafter referred to as "Mitsui Fudosan Residential") plans to start selling in late July 2026.
"eLife" will be installed in each unit of this property, allowing residents to enjoy comfort, safety, and energy savings tailored to their lifestyles through the "HomeLink" app, utilizing the latest IoT technology for automatic control of home appliances and equipment, as well as remote locking and unlocking of entrance doors.
This is the first initiative by Mitsui Fudosan Residential to adopt properties that combine our "eLife" with the facial recognition ID platform "FreeiD", developed and provided by DXYZ Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Satoshi Nakanishi; hereinafter referred to as "DXYZ"). This property is scheduled for completion in late January 2028, with move-ins expected in late May of the same year.
Features of this Property
This property is equipped with the smart home service "eLife", which includes a smart remote for controlling infrared remote-controlled appliances and a light and temperature sensor that automatically controls air conditioners based on room temperature and humidity as standard features.
Through the "HomeLink" app, residents can, for example, activate their in-home air conditioner with a single operation while away from home, or set up automatic indoor environment control based on their preferences, such as "turn on the air conditioning when the room temperature reaches 30 degrees Celsius."
In addition, a wide range of additional options are available to meet residents' needs.
Residents can freely customize their smart home experience with features such as electric curtains controllable by voice commands or scheduled timers, smart locks that allow locking and unlocking of the unit's entrance door from the app, and water heater remote controls that enable remote pre-heating of baths on the way home, catering to individual lifestyles.
Furthermore, a key feature of the "HomeLink" app is its versatile integration with services such as house-cleaning and visiting nursing care, allowing the property to become more convenient as residents' life stages evolve.
In addition to the entrance, mail and delivery boxes, elevators, and garbage disposal areas, DXYZ's facial recognition ID platform "FreeiD" is installed at the entrance of each unit.
Residents can move smoothly from building entry to unit entry "hands-free" without needing to take out keys or smartphones. The cutting-edge facial recognition technology also prevents unauthorized access such as impersonation, ensuring a high level of safety and security.
About "Park Homes Funabashi"
The "Park Homes" series, developed by Mitsui Fudosan Residential, is a condominium brand that combines sophisticated design with reliable quality, based on the concept of "Next-Generation Standards for Living and Lifestyles" that cater to diverse lifestyles.
While located in highly convenient areas, the series pursues added value that captures the needs of the times, providing comfortable living spaces that enrich the daily lives of residents.
"Park Homes Funabashi" is located in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, an area with a high concentration of diverse commercial facilities and excellent transportation access, offering a blend of everyday convenience and urban functionality. It is a prominent living base in Chiba Prefecture, characterized by a tranquil residential environment and a rich living sphere, making it an attractive and livable area supported by a wide range of generations.
Property Name: Park Homes Funabashi
Location: 1-1217-6 Honcho, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan (Lot Number)
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Funabashi Station (JR Sobu/Chuo Local Line), 2-minute walk from Keisei-Funabashi Station (Keisei Main Line)
Site Area: 1,191.95 m²
Structure and Scale: Reinforced Concrete Construction, 15 stories above ground
Total Number of Units: 121 units
Scheduled Completion: Late January 2028
Scheduled Handover: Late May 2028
Floor Plans: 1DK to 3LDK
Unit Area: 30.51 m² to 68.49 m²
Property Website: https://www.31sumai.com/mfr/G2302/
What is the IoT Smart Home Integrated App "HomeLink"?
"HomeLink" is an integrated smart home app that allows for intuitive management and operation of the entire home.
It can link not only Link Japan's own products but also many third-party products and services, contributing to solving the major challenge in smart home adoption: the inconvenience of using separate apps for different manufacturers and products.
"HomeLink" enables diverse automation settings, such as "Turn on lights when approaching home," "Turn on the air conditioner when the room temperature reaches 30 degrees Celsius," or "Turn on the humidifier when humidity drops to 50%."
Furthermore, with its sophisticated and user-friendly interface, anyone from the elderly to children can use it with ease.
Company Profile
Company Name: Link Japan Inc.
Address: Nishiyama Building 6/7F, 4-7-1 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0014, Japan
Representative: CEO Shinichi Kawachiyasu
Official Website: https://linkjapan.co.jp/
"eLife" will be installed in each unit of this property, allowing residents to enjoy comfort, safety, and energy savings tailored to their lifestyles through the "HomeLink" app, utilizing the latest IoT technology for automatic control of home appliances and equipment, as well as remote locking and unlocking of entrance doors.
This is the first initiative by Mitsui Fudosan Residential to adopt properties that combine our "eLife" with the facial recognition ID platform "FreeiD", developed and provided by DXYZ Inc. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Satoshi Nakanishi; hereinafter referred to as "DXYZ"). This property is scheduled for completion in late January 2028, with move-ins expected in late May of the same year.
Features of this Property
This property is equipped with the smart home service "eLife", which includes a smart remote for controlling infrared remote-controlled appliances and a light and temperature sensor that automatically controls air conditioners based on room temperature and humidity as standard features.
Through the "HomeLink" app, residents can, for example, activate their in-home air conditioner with a single operation while away from home, or set up automatic indoor environment control based on their preferences, such as "turn on the air conditioning when the room temperature reaches 30 degrees Celsius."
In addition, a wide range of additional options are available to meet residents' needs.
Residents can freely customize their smart home experience with features such as electric curtains controllable by voice commands or scheduled timers, smart locks that allow locking and unlocking of the unit's entrance door from the app, and water heater remote controls that enable remote pre-heating of baths on the way home, catering to individual lifestyles.
Furthermore, a key feature of the "HomeLink" app is its versatile integration with services such as house-cleaning and visiting nursing care, allowing the property to become more convenient as residents' life stages evolve.
In addition to the entrance, mail and delivery boxes, elevators, and garbage disposal areas, DXYZ's facial recognition ID platform "FreeiD" is installed at the entrance of each unit.
Residents can move smoothly from building entry to unit entry "hands-free" without needing to take out keys or smartphones. The cutting-edge facial recognition technology also prevents unauthorized access such as impersonation, ensuring a high level of safety and security.
About "Park Homes Funabashi"
The "Park Homes" series, developed by Mitsui Fudosan Residential, is a condominium brand that combines sophisticated design with reliable quality, based on the concept of "Next-Generation Standards for Living and Lifestyles" that cater to diverse lifestyles.
While located in highly convenient areas, the series pursues added value that captures the needs of the times, providing comfortable living spaces that enrich the daily lives of residents.
"Park Homes Funabashi" is located in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, an area with a high concentration of diverse commercial facilities and excellent transportation access, offering a blend of everyday convenience and urban functionality. It is a prominent living base in Chiba Prefecture, characterized by a tranquil residential environment and a rich living sphere, making it an attractive and livable area supported by a wide range of generations.
Property Name: Park Homes Funabashi
Location: 1-1217-6 Honcho, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan (Lot Number)
Transportation: 4-minute walk from Funabashi Station (JR Sobu/Chuo Local Line), 2-minute walk from Keisei-Funabashi Station (Keisei Main Line)
Site Area: 1,191.95 m²
Structure and Scale: Reinforced Concrete Construction, 15 stories above ground
Total Number of Units: 121 units
Scheduled Completion: Late January 2028
Scheduled Handover: Late May 2028
Floor Plans: 1DK to 3LDK
Unit Area: 30.51 m² to 68.49 m²
Property Website: https://www.31sumai.com/mfr/G2302/
What is the IoT Smart Home Integrated App "HomeLink"?
"HomeLink" is an integrated smart home app that allows for intuitive management and operation of the entire home.
It can link not only Link Japan's own products but also many third-party products and services, contributing to solving the major challenge in smart home adoption: the inconvenience of using separate apps for different manufacturers and products.
"HomeLink" enables diverse automation settings, such as "Turn on lights when approaching home," "Turn on the air conditioner when the room temperature reaches 30 degrees Celsius," or "Turn on the humidifier when humidity drops to 50%."
Furthermore, with its sophisticated and user-friendly interface, anyone from the elderly to children can use it with ease.
Company Profile
Company Name: Link Japan Inc.
Address: Nishiyama Building 6/7F, 4-7-1 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0014, Japan
Representative: CEO Shinichi Kawachiyasu
Official Website: https://linkjapan.co.jp/
FAQ
What smart home features are available at "Park Homes Funabashi"?
With "eLife", residents can use automated appliance control, remote operations, electric curtains, smart locks, etc., all managed through the "HomeLink" app.
How does the "FreeiD" facial recognition system benefit residents?
It allows for seamless, hands-free entry and exit from the building entrance to the unit door without keys or smartphones, enhancing security by preventing impersonation.
When can residents move into this condominium?
Completion is scheduled for late January 2028, with move-ins expected to begin in late May 2028.
Can the "HomeLink" app be used with devices from other manufacturers?
Yes, "HomeLink" can integrate not only Link Japan products but also many third-party products and services.
What is the access like from Funabashi Station?
It is in a highly convenient location, just a 4-minute walk from Funabashi Station (JR Sobu/Chuo Local Line) and a 2-minute walk from Keisei-Funabashi Station (Keisei Main Line).