[North Kanto Expansion] 'Req', the No.1 Market Share Property Photography & Floor Plan Creation Service for Real Estate Management Companies, Launches in Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures, Covering 11 Cities Across North Kanto
'Req' begins service in Tochigi and Gunma, expanding its North Kanto coverage area.
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- 📰 Published: March 28, 2026 at 03:05
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Live Search Inc. (headquartered in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture; Representative Director: Ryutaro Fukui), provider of the property photography and floor plan creation cloud service 'Req' for real estate companies, will begin service on April 2, 2026 in Tochigi Prefecture (Utsunomiya, Kanuma, Oyama, Tochigi, Sano, Ashikaga) and Gunma Prefecture (Isesaki, Maebashi, Kiryu, Ota, Takasaki).
This expansion follows the entry into Ibaraki Prefecture in April 2025 and brings Req's coverage to 12 prefectures and metropolitan areas.
■ Background of the North Kanto Expansion
In recent years, Tochigi and Gunma prefectures have seen residential vacancy rates exceeding the national average, making vacancy reduction an urgent management challenge for real estate management companies.
At the same time, property photography and floor plan creation — essential for accurately conveying a property's appeal — require significant time and effort, with the burden especially heavy for companies managing large numbers of units.
Since entering Ibaraki Prefecture in April 2025, Live Search received numerous requests from North Kanto real estate companies such as 'We'd like to use the service in Tochigi' and 'Please expand to Gunma as well.' In response to this demand, 6 cities in Tochigi and 5 cities in Gunma — 11 cities in total — have been added as new service areas.
■ Benefits of Introducing 'Req' for Real Estate Management Companies in Tochigi and Gunma
1. High-quality property photos that directly reduce vacancy periods
Professional photographers specializing in real estate capture interiors and exteriors using wide-angle lenses and proper lighting to maximize each property's appeal. This is expected to increase views and inquiries on portal sites, directly shortening vacancy periods.
2. Significantly reduces workload for in-house staff
Req handles everything from photography to floor plan creation and image editing. Management staff no longer need to visit properties for photography, freeing them to focus on core tasks such as tenant and owner relations.
3. Online requests and progress management available 24/7, 365 days a year
Photography requests, progress tracking, and data delivery are all managed through a unified cloud system, enabling smooth property listing preparation even during busy seasons.
4. Flat-rate pricing for clear cost management
Regardless of the number of photos or floor plan size, the flat-rate model makes budget management straightforward and worry-free.
This expansion follows the entry into Ibaraki Prefecture in April 2025 and brings Req's coverage to 12 prefectures and metropolitan areas.
■ Background of the North Kanto Expansion
In recent years, Tochigi and Gunma prefectures have seen residential vacancy rates exceeding the national average, making vacancy reduction an urgent management challenge for real estate management companies.
At the same time, property photography and floor plan creation — essential for accurately conveying a property's appeal — require significant time and effort, with the burden especially heavy for companies managing large numbers of units.
Since entering Ibaraki Prefecture in April 2025, Live Search received numerous requests from North Kanto real estate companies such as 'We'd like to use the service in Tochigi' and 'Please expand to Gunma as well.' In response to this demand, 6 cities in Tochigi and 5 cities in Gunma — 11 cities in total — have been added as new service areas.
■ Benefits of Introducing 'Req' for Real Estate Management Companies in Tochigi and Gunma
1. High-quality property photos that directly reduce vacancy periods
Professional photographers specializing in real estate capture interiors and exteriors using wide-angle lenses and proper lighting to maximize each property's appeal. This is expected to increase views and inquiries on portal sites, directly shortening vacancy periods.
2. Significantly reduces workload for in-house staff
Req handles everything from photography to floor plan creation and image editing. Management staff no longer need to visit properties for photography, freeing them to focus on core tasks such as tenant and owner relations.
3. Online requests and progress management available 24/7, 365 days a year
Photography requests, progress tracking, and data delivery are all managed through a unified cloud system, enabling smooth property listing preparation even during busy seasons.
4. Flat-rate pricing for clear cost management
Regardless of the number of photos or floor plan size, the flat-rate model makes budget management straightforward and worry-free.
FAQ
What is the primary service provided by Live Search Inc. under the name 'Req'?
Live Search Inc. provides the property photography and floor plan creation cloud service called 'Req' for real estate companies.
When and where does the service launch in Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures?
The service launches on April 2, 2026, covering 11 cities across Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures.
Which specific prefectures and cities in North Kanto are newly added to the service area?
The newly added areas include Utsunomiya, Kanuma, Oyama, Tochigi, Sano, and Ashikaga in Tochigi Prefecture, as well as Isesaki, Maebashi, Kiryu, Ota, and Takasaki in Gunma Prefecture.
Why was there an urgent need for vacancy reduction in Tochigi and Gunma Prefectures?
Tochigi and Gunma prefectures have seen residential vacancy rates exceeding the national average, making vacancy reduction an urgent management challenge.
How does the 'Req' service help reduce the workload for in-house real estate staff?
Req handles everything from photography to floor plan creation and image editing, meaning management staff no longer need to visit properties for photography.