MarksLife Opens Utsunomiya Branch, Expanding Operations in North Kanto Region
MarksLife Co., Ltd. has opened its Utsunomiya Branch to strengthen its response to diverse real estate and lifestyle consultations, including inherited properties and vacant homes, in the North Kanto region. This expansion brings their total number of branches nationwide to 20.
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MarksLife Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Koji Hanahara; hereinafter "the Company"), which pursues the potential of real estate and works to solve social issues, has opened its "Utsunomiya Branch" to strengthen its response to diverse consultations related to real estate and daily life, such as inherited properties and vacant homes, in the North Kanto region.
Utsunomiya City in Tochigi Prefecture, as a core city in the North Kanto region, is experiencing an increase in residential areas, along with the emergence of issues related to inheritance and vacant homes, leading to a growing need for proper distribution and utilization of real estate. By establishing a base in this area, the Company will be able to respond more quickly to the challenges faced by local residents.
In addition to Utsunomiya, a branch was also opened today in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, bringing the total number of branches nationwide to 20.
■ Background of Establishment: Strengthening Response to Real Estate and Lifestyle Issues in the North Kanto Region
In recent years, against the backdrop of an aging population and changes in household composition nationwide, real estate issues such as the management and sale of inherited properties and the utilization and disposal of vacant homes have become widespread. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' 2023 Housing and Land Survey, the number of vacant homes in Japan reached approximately 9 million, and the vacant home rate was approximately 13.8%, both setting new records. These are important issues affecting society as a whole, including disaster prevention, crime prevention, maintenance of local communities, and impact on scenery. (※1)
In Tochigi Prefecture, the vacant home rate is approximately 16.9%, exceeding the national average, making it a significant regional issue, according to the same survey. (※2) Against this background, there is a demand for solutions to issues related to real estate management, utilization, and sale in Utsunomiya City and other parts of the North Kanto region.
Given this situation, the Company has opened the Utsunomiya Branch to strengthen its consultation system in the North Kanto region. By establishing a community-based office, we will provide more prompt support for real estate issues, including inherited properties and vacant homes, and consultations related to daily life.
※1, 2 Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Statistics Bureau, "2023 Housing and Land Survey" Basic Tabulation Results on Housing and Households (Confirmed Tabulation)
■ Future Outlook: Solving Regional Issues Through Real Estate and Lifestyle Support
The Utsunomiya Branch will strengthen its service provision system, including "Jitsumado," the consultation service for inherited homes, which the Company operates. It will provide comprehensive support for a wide range of issues, including inheritance, end-of-life planning, vacant home management and sale, and lifestyle support.
The Company will continue to leverage its expertise as a life solutions company to provide community-oriented services and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society where everyone can live with peace of mind.
■ Utsunomiya Branch Information
Branch Name: Utsunomiya Branch
Location: 7th Floor, Meiji Yasuda Life Utsunomiya Odori Building, 2-1-5 Odori, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
TEL: 050-8895-4412 FAX: 050-8895-4413
Opening Date: May 1, 2026
■ [MarksLife Co., Ltd. Company Profile]
Company Name: MarksLife Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: Osaka Gas Urban Development Nihonbashi Building 4F, 3-1-2 Nihonbashi Honcho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Representative Director: Koji Hanahara
Real Estate Transaction Business: Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (1) No. 10129
Business Activities: Real Estate Purchase Business / Real Estate Brokerage Business (Sales Brokerage and Rental Brokerage) / Real Estate Utilization Consulting Business / Lifestyle-related Services
List of Services: Jitsumado / Fudosan Ichiba / 0-yen Vacant House Management / Neutral Real Estate / Overseas Real Estate / Jobutsu Fudosan / M&A Brokerage
Corporate Website: https://marks-house.jp/
Utsunomiya City in Tochigi Prefecture, as a core city in the North Kanto region, is experiencing an increase in residential areas, along with the emergence of issues related to inheritance and vacant homes, leading to a growing need for proper distribution and utilization of real estate. By establishing a base in this area, the Company will be able to respond more quickly to the challenges faced by local residents.
In addition to Utsunomiya, a branch was also opened today in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, bringing the total number of branches nationwide to 20.
■ Background of Establishment: Strengthening Response to Real Estate and Lifestyle Issues in the North Kanto Region
In recent years, against the backdrop of an aging population and changes in household composition nationwide, real estate issues such as the management and sale of inherited properties and the utilization and disposal of vacant homes have become widespread. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' 2023 Housing and Land Survey, the number of vacant homes in Japan reached approximately 9 million, and the vacant home rate was approximately 13.8%, both setting new records. These are important issues affecting society as a whole, including disaster prevention, crime prevention, maintenance of local communities, and impact on scenery. (※1)
In Tochigi Prefecture, the vacant home rate is approximately 16.9%, exceeding the national average, making it a significant regional issue, according to the same survey. (※2) Against this background, there is a demand for solutions to issues related to real estate management, utilization, and sale in Utsunomiya City and other parts of the North Kanto region.
Given this situation, the Company has opened the Utsunomiya Branch to strengthen its consultation system in the North Kanto region. By establishing a community-based office, we will provide more prompt support for real estate issues, including inherited properties and vacant homes, and consultations related to daily life.
※1, 2 Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Statistics Bureau, "2023 Housing and Land Survey" Basic Tabulation Results on Housing and Households (Confirmed Tabulation)
■ Future Outlook: Solving Regional Issues Through Real Estate and Lifestyle Support
The Utsunomiya Branch will strengthen its service provision system, including "Jitsumado," the consultation service for inherited homes, which the Company operates. It will provide comprehensive support for a wide range of issues, including inheritance, end-of-life planning, vacant home management and sale, and lifestyle support.
The Company will continue to leverage its expertise as a life solutions company to provide community-oriented services and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society where everyone can live with peace of mind.
■ Utsunomiya Branch Information
Branch Name: Utsunomiya Branch
Location: 7th Floor, Meiji Yasuda Life Utsunomiya Odori Building, 2-1-5 Odori, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
TEL: 050-8895-4412 FAX: 050-8895-4413
Opening Date: May 1, 2026
■ [MarksLife Co., Ltd. Company Profile]
Company Name: MarksLife Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: Osaka Gas Urban Development Nihonbashi Building 4F, 3-1-2 Nihonbashi Honcho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Representative Director: Koji Hanahara
Real Estate Transaction Business: Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (1) No. 10129
Business Activities: Real Estate Purchase Business / Real Estate Brokerage Business (Sales Brokerage and Rental Brokerage) / Real Estate Utilization Consulting Business / Lifestyle-related Services
List of Services: Jitsumado / Fudosan Ichiba / 0-yen Vacant House Management / Neutral Real Estate / Overseas Real Estate / Jobutsu Fudosan / M&A Brokerage
Corporate Website: https://marks-house.jp/