Public-Private Partnership to Create an Advanced Model for "Dual Residence". NOTE Co., Ltd. Designated as "Specified Residence Support Corporation" in Tambasasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture.
NOTE designated as "Specified Residence Support Corporation" in Tambasasayama City.
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NOTE Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tambasasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, President: Takeshi Fujiwara, hereinafter "NOTE"), which is engaged in regional revitalization through the renovation of old private houses, has been designated as a "Specified Residence Support Corporation" based on the "Act on the Development of Infrastructure for Broad-based Regional Revitalization" by Tambasasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture.
NOTE began its efforts in 2015 with the development of "Sasayama Castle Town Hotel NIPPONIA" utilizing the national strategic special zone at the time. Since then, the company has been dedicated to sustainable town development through tourism by renovating historic buildings in the city into accommodations and shops. Starting last fiscal year, as a platform for "dual residence" promoted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, NOTE has further accelerated the utilization of vacant houses and the development of accommodation facilities. With an eye on the "Furusato Resident Registration System" scheduled to be introduced next fiscal year, the company aims to increase the number of people and companies involved with Tambasasayama through diverse entry points beyond tourism, contributing to the maintenance and revitalization of regional infrastructure.
Moving forward, NOTE will closely collaborate with various regional stakeholders, including the general incorporated association With Sasayama, which leads tourism and immigration initiatives in the city, to promote concrete initiatives that integrate public and private sectors.
## Why "Dual Residence" Now?
Currently, the concentration of population in Tokyo and the maintenance of living infrastructure due to population decline and aging in rural areas are urgent social issues across Japan. In response, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is strongly promoting "Pioneering Projects for Dual Residence, etc." as a key to regional revitalization.
Ahead of these national movements, our company has been conducting demonstration surveys exploring the possibilities of dual residence since fiscal year 2025 by forming a consortium with Tambasasayama City and others. As a result, we confirmed a strong latent need among urban residents to "deeply engage with rural areas," and simultaneously concluded that the development of accommodation facilities to serve as a platform is essential, leading to the current designation as a Specified Residence Support Corporation.
## Specific Changes Due to Designation as "Specified Residence Support Corporation"
This designation will alleviate the following processes, which have been challenging for private companies, enabling the acceleration of business:
* **Enhanced Information Sharing:** Smooth acquisition of information that was difficult due to legal restrictions, such as introductions to owners of vacant properties.
* **Creation of Facilities:** Renovation and system development for facilities where dual residents can stay for medium to long periods.
* **One-Stop Support:** Functioning as a consultation desk for a "third residential style" that is neither immigration (permanent residency) nor tourism (short-term).
## Future Outlook
As a "Specified Residence Support Corporation," NOTE will contribute to the town development of Tambasasayama by focusing on the following three points:
* **Creating Relationships with Accommodation as an "Entry Point"**
Design a pathway to seamlessly connect people who become fans of the region through their accommodation experience to dual residence.
* **Coordination with the Furusato Resident Registration System (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications)**
Utilize this system, which will be piloted from next fiscal year. Visualize connections with the region and foster rights and affection as "a member supporting the community" rather than just a visitor.
* **Maximizing Economic and Human Circulation**
As the number of dual residents increases...
NOTE began its efforts in 2015 with the development of "Sasayama Castle Town Hotel NIPPONIA" utilizing the national strategic special zone at the time. Since then, the company has been dedicated to sustainable town development through tourism by renovating historic buildings in the city into accommodations and shops. Starting last fiscal year, as a platform for "dual residence" promoted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, NOTE has further accelerated the utilization of vacant houses and the development of accommodation facilities. With an eye on the "Furusato Resident Registration System" scheduled to be introduced next fiscal year, the company aims to increase the number of people and companies involved with Tambasasayama through diverse entry points beyond tourism, contributing to the maintenance and revitalization of regional infrastructure.
Moving forward, NOTE will closely collaborate with various regional stakeholders, including the general incorporated association With Sasayama, which leads tourism and immigration initiatives in the city, to promote concrete initiatives that integrate public and private sectors.
## Why "Dual Residence" Now?
Currently, the concentration of population in Tokyo and the maintenance of living infrastructure due to population decline and aging in rural areas are urgent social issues across Japan. In response, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is strongly promoting "Pioneering Projects for Dual Residence, etc." as a key to regional revitalization.
Ahead of these national movements, our company has been conducting demonstration surveys exploring the possibilities of dual residence since fiscal year 2025 by forming a consortium with Tambasasayama City and others. As a result, we confirmed a strong latent need among urban residents to "deeply engage with rural areas," and simultaneously concluded that the development of accommodation facilities to serve as a platform is essential, leading to the current designation as a Specified Residence Support Corporation.
## Specific Changes Due to Designation as "Specified Residence Support Corporation"
This designation will alleviate the following processes, which have been challenging for private companies, enabling the acceleration of business:
* **Enhanced Information Sharing:** Smooth acquisition of information that was difficult due to legal restrictions, such as introductions to owners of vacant properties.
* **Creation of Facilities:** Renovation and system development for facilities where dual residents can stay for medium to long periods.
* **One-Stop Support:** Functioning as a consultation desk for a "third residential style" that is neither immigration (permanent residency) nor tourism (short-term).
## Future Outlook
As a "Specified Residence Support Corporation," NOTE will contribute to the town development of Tambasasayama by focusing on the following three points:
* **Creating Relationships with Accommodation as an "Entry Point"**
Design a pathway to seamlessly connect people who become fans of the region through their accommodation experience to dual residence.
* **Coordination with the Furusato Resident Registration System (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications)**
Utilize this system, which will be piloted from next fiscal year. Visualize connections with the region and foster rights and affection as "a member supporting the community" rather than just a visitor.
* **Maximizing Economic and Human Circulation**
As the number of dual residents increases...