Living in Tokyo is…
Can you buy a house in Japan with peace of mind?
“Living in Tokyo” is a website operated by Higher Ground, a real estate company based in the heart of Tokyo.
For foreigners looking to purchase a home in Japan, there will be various challenges, including cultural understanding, legal procedures, loans, taxes, and more. We, as professionals, are here to assist you!!


Property List
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JPY 129,000,000
2LDK 71.22㎡
3-12-10 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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JPY 194,000,000
3LDK 100.18㎡
3-4-11 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Apartment -
JPY 69,990,000
2LDK 57.89㎡
11 Ichigaya Sanai-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Apartment -
JPY 125,000,000
2LDK 62.01㎡
2-10-16 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Apartment -
JPY 61,800,000
1LDK 48.23㎡
3-7-2 Shirokane, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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Since 2007
Experience in dealing with foreign nationals
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Omotenashi
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English speaking staff
There are English speaking staff.
If you’re looking for residential properties in Tokyo,
consider consulting with the real estate agency
Living in Tokyo.
We offer free consultations and inquiries.
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The staff here is the one who will assist you in person!!
CEO

Ken.S

Ken.S
Sales team
(residential properties & investment properties)

Ren.T
I believe that the various experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking I’ve cultivated so far are my strengths. With a strong desire to continue growing, I will always strive to provide proposals and support that are closely aligned with the needs of our clients!

Risa.F
It brings me great happiness to be involved in the start of a new chapter in our clients' lives. I am here to walk alongside each client, helping them find their perfect home filled with happiness! Please feel free to share anything with me—I'm always here to listen!

Yuta.S
With the knowledge gained from approximately 10 years of experience in the industry and my own personal purchase experience, I strive to ensure that clients feel secure throughout the transaction process. I will continue to work hard to maintain long-term relationships even after the purchase, so I look forward to working with you!

Kazushi.O
I will share my knowledge and experience generously to ensure that your once-in-a-lifetime property purchase or sale is handled without anxiety, providing you with peace of mind throughout the process.

Takuya.F
Having been with Higher Ground for 4 years, I've had the privilege of assisting many clients with their home purchases, and it has reaffirmed what a wonderful job this is! Since buying a home is a once-in-a-lifetime decision, I understand the serious concerns and indecision that can arise. I am committed to supporting clients with care and responsibility throughout the process.

Kohei.K
Having been a customer of Higher Ground myself, I believe my strength lies in being able to talk to clients from the same perspective. I will do my utmost to ensure that you can purchase real estate with confidence and to convey the qualities of Higher Ground, the company I’ve come to love, to our customers.

Yuki.M
Although I have only been in the real estate industry for 5 years, I am confident in my ability to meet the diverse needs of our clients! I will continue to strive for customer satisfaction, so when it comes to purchasing or selling property, please leave it to Matsumura at Higher Ground!

Ren.T
I believe that the various experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking I’ve cultivated so far are my strengths. With a strong desire to continue growing, I will always strive to provide proposals and support that are closely aligned with the needs of our clients!

Risa.F
It brings me great happiness to be involved in the start of a new chapter in our clients' lives. I am here to walk alongside each client, helping them find their perfect home filled with happiness! Please feel free to share anything with me—I'm always here to listen!

Yuta.S
With the knowledge gained from approximately 10 years of experience in the industry and my own personal purchase experience, I strive to ensure that clients feel secure throughout the transaction process. I will continue to work hard to maintain long-term relationships even after the purchase, so I look forward to working with you!

Kazushi.O
I will share my knowledge and experience generously to ensure that your once-in-a-lifetime property purchase or sale is handled without anxiety, providing you with peace of mind throughout the process.

Takuya.F
Having been with Higher Ground for 4 years, I've had the privilege of assisting many clients with their home purchases, and it has reaffirmed what a wonderful job this is! Since buying a home is a once-in-a-lifetime decision, I understand the serious concerns and indecision that can arise. I am committed to supporting clients with care and responsibility throughout the process.

Kohei.K
Having been a customer of Higher Ground myself, I believe my strength lies in being able to talk to clients from the same perspective. I will do my utmost to ensure that you can purchase real estate with confidence and to convey the qualities of Higher Ground, the company I’ve come to love, to our customers.

Yuki.M
Although I have only been in the real estate industry for 5 years, I am confident in my ability to meet the diverse needs of our clients! I will continue to strive for customer satisfaction, so when it comes to purchasing or selling property, please leave it to Matsumura at Higher Ground!

Ren.T
I believe that the various experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking I’ve cultivated so far are my strengths. With a strong desire to continue growing, I will always strive to provide proposals and support that are closely aligned with the needs of our clients!

Risa.F
It brings me great happiness to be involved in the start of a new chapter in our clients' lives. I am here to walk alongside each client, helping them find their perfect home filled with happiness! Please feel free to share anything with me—I'm always here to listen!

Yuta.S
With the knowledge gained from approximately 10 years of experience in the industry and my own personal purchase experience, I strive to ensure that clients feel secure throughout the transaction process. I will continue to work hard to maintain long-term relationships even after the purchase, so I look forward to working with you!
Property Management team

Yuto.K
We focus on assisting overseas property owners by working diligently to maintain and enhance the value of their valuable assets.

Hiroki.S
There is still so much to learn each day, but I will continue to work diligently to ensure that property owners feel confident and secure in entrusting me with the management of their valuable assets!

Reina.K
I joined Higher Ground with the intention of leveraging my past experiences and embarking on a new journey as a member of this organization. I aim to continuously strive to embody the company’s philosophy of “ultimately being close to the customer” every day.
Reform / Renovation team

Airi.T
I will do my utmost to assist in creating homes that enrich our customers' daily lives, even if just a little!

Daiki.G
I will sincerely engage with our clients and do my best to assist in creating better renovations!

Noritaka.M
Many people feel anxious about renovating or remodeling their cherished homes. I will provide maximum support to alleviate any concerns or worries you may have. It's important to enjoy the process and envision a rich life after the renovation, so I will do my best to create a wonderful space for you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Shinsuke.Y
My motto is to create a unique masterpiece together with our clients. However, we can't achieve this without your collaboration. The only thing we ask for is that you enjoy the planning meetings. I hope you'll share in the excitement as we turn your vision for the future into reality! Plus, our top-notch craftsmen will ensure that we create something truly special. Let’s work together to build a beautiful and stylish home!

Airi.T
I will do my utmost to assist in creating homes that enrich our customers' daily lives, even if just a little!

Daiki.G
I will sincerely engage with our clients and do my best to assist in creating better renovations!

Noritaka.M
Many people feel anxious about renovating or remodeling their cherished homes. I will provide maximum support to alleviate any concerns or worries you may have. It's important to enjoy the process and envision a rich life after the renovation, so I will do my best to create a wonderful space for you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Shinsuke.Y
My motto is to create a unique masterpiece together with our clients. However, we can't achieve this without your collaboration. The only thing we ask for is that you enjoy the planning meetings. I hope you'll share in the excitement as we turn your vision for the future into reality! Plus, our top-notch craftsmen will ensure that we create something truly special. Let’s work together to build a beautiful and stylish home!

Airi.T
I will do my utmost to assist in creating homes that enrich our customers' daily lives, even if just a little!

Daiki.G
I will sincerely engage with our clients and do my best to assist in creating better renovations!

Noritaka.M
Many people feel anxious about renovating or remodeling their cherished homes. I will provide maximum support to alleviate any concerns or worries you may have. It's important to enjoy the process and envision a rich life after the renovation, so I will do my best to create a wonderful space for you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Shinsuke.Y
My motto is to create a unique masterpiece together with our clients. However, we can't achieve this without your collaboration. The only thing we ask for is that you enjoy the planning meetings. I hope you'll share in the excitement as we turn your vision for the future into reality! Plus, our top-notch craftsmen will ensure that we create something truly special. Let’s work together to build a beautiful and stylish home!
Denise Siy
05/09/2024
Out of all the real estate agencies I contacted, I can say that HG is the best for the following reasons (this will be a long review because HG is so great!)
1) They are extremely responsive. Our mode of communication was Line and I received answers to my questions within the same day compared to other agencies where I would have to wait a couple of days or even weeks.
2) The agent assigned to me, Natsuki-san was super duper friendly and approachable 🫶 I was never scared to ask her important questions and it's clear she is very good at her job! She also worked extra hard to find me an apartment even though my COE took quite a while to arrive which I really appreciated 🥺 Thank you so much, Natsuki-san ☺️
3) Even though I was a foreigner they never took advantage of me! They were very transparent about the fees I needed to pay and the reason behind it. They never charged me any hidden costs and were honest about everything.
I really can't thank HG enough for finding me a great apartment that met my criteria 🥰
Michael Dans
06/22/2024
COMPANY
Started my journey in buying a house last January 2023. I was already preparing myself with the stress especially I can't speak the language. Through word of mouth, I've met the people of higherground. We found out they have English speaking agents and can assist us with the whole process. Their office is very accessible (near Ebisu station) so it was easy to do office visits. Also the office is very relaxing and welcoming, will make you comfortable right away.
AGENT
Kodama san was very good and can speak English well. He was able to assist us with the whole process and what seems to be stressful, he made it so easy and very comfortable for us. He went above and beyond especially to my constant inquiries even after working hours just to accommodate my concerns. I have nothing but good words and I'm glad I was able to meet an agent like him, I will definitely recommend him to our friends.
RENOVATION
Though they are new in the renovation business, I was blown away with how professional the whole renovation team is. They were able to meet the deadlines and was able to satisfy our needs. My wife and I, were very happy about the results. We will definitely contact them again in the future for our other pending renovation plans.
もぐ
01/25/2025
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Okura from your company for his tremendous support.
Real estate agents can really vary from person to person. I spoke with several agents, but some of them completely ignored my needs and just aggressively pushed properties they were trying to sell. In contrast, Mr. Okura took the time to carefully listen to my requests and patiently worked with me until we found a property that met my expectations.
It had been three months since I started my house search, and I was feeling anxious, wondering if I would ever find the right place. I was checking sites like SUMO every day, visiting properties, but I couldn’t find anything ideal, and I was feeling frustrated.
However, Mr. Okura took the initiative to negotiate directly with the seller for a property that I thought was out of reach. Thanks to his efforts, I was able to secure a property that I’m very satisfied with. I am extremely grateful for all of his help.
Thank you very much.
Rob Haines
09/01/2024
Outstanding! We've been extremely happy with all the great service and assistance over many months. VERY highly recommended for anyone looking for Real Estate buying, selling or renting assistance.
Denise Siy
05/09/2024
Out of all the real estate agencies I contacted, I can say that HG is the best for the following reasons (this will be a long review because HG is so great!)
1) They are extremely responsive. Our mode of communication was Line and I received answers to my questions within the same day compared to other agencies where I would have to wait a couple of days or even weeks.
2) The agent assigned to me, Natsuki-san was super duper friendly and approachable 🫶 I was never scared to ask her important questions and it's clear she is very good at her job! She also worked extra hard to find me an apartment even though my COE took quite a while to arrive which I really appreciated 🥺 Thank you so much, Natsuki-san ☺️
3) Even though I was a foreigner they never took advantage of me! They were very transparent about the fees I needed to pay and the reason behind it. They never charged me any hidden costs and were honest about everything.
I really can't thank HG enough for finding me a great apartment that met my criteria 🥰
Michael Dans
06/22/2024
COMPANY
Started my journey in buying a house last January 2023. I was already preparing myself with the stress especially I can't speak the language. Through word of mouth, I've met the people of higherground. We found out they have English speaking agents and can assist us with the whole process. Their office is very accessible (near Ebisu station) so it was easy to do office visits. Also the office is very relaxing and welcoming, will make you comfortable right away.
AGENT
Kodama san was very good and can speak English well. He was able to assist us with the whole process and what seems to be stressful, he made it so easy and very comfortable for us. He went above and beyond especially to my constant inquiries even after working hours just to accommodate my concerns. I have nothing but good words and I'm glad I was able to meet an agent like him, I will definitely recommend him to our friends.
RENOVATION
Though they are new in the renovation business, I was blown away with how professional the whole renovation team is. They were able to meet the deadlines and was able to satisfy our needs. My wife and I, were very happy about the results. We will definitely contact them again in the future for our other pending renovation plans.
もぐ
01/25/2025
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Okura from your company for his tremendous support.
Real estate agents can really vary from person to person. I spoke with several agents, but some of them completely ignored my needs and just aggressively pushed properties they were trying to sell. In contrast, Mr. Okura took the time to carefully listen to my requests and patiently worked with me until we found a property that met my expectations.
It had been three months since I started my house search, and I was feeling anxious, wondering if I would ever find the right place. I was checking sites like SUMO every day, visiting properties, but I couldn’t find anything ideal, and I was feeling frustrated.
However, Mr. Okura took the initiative to negotiate directly with the seller for a property that I thought was out of reach. Thanks to his efforts, I was able to secure a property that I’m very satisfied with. I am extremely grateful for all of his help.
Thank you very much.
Rob Haines
09/01/2024
Outstanding! We've been extremely happy with all the great service and assistance over many months. VERY highly recommended for anyone looking for Real Estate buying, selling or renting assistance.
Denise Siy
05/09/2024
Out of all the real estate agencies I contacted, I can say that HG is the best for the following reasons (this will be a long review because HG is so great!)
1) They are extremely responsive. Our mode of communication was Line and I received answers to my questions within the same day compared to other agencies where I would have to wait a couple of days or even weeks.
2) The agent assigned to me, Natsuki-san was super duper friendly and approachable 🫶 I was never scared to ask her important questions and it's clear she is very good at her job! She also worked extra hard to find me an apartment even though my COE took quite a while to arrive which I really appreciated 🥺 Thank you so much, Natsuki-san ☺️
3) Even though I was a foreigner they never took advantage of me! They were very transparent about the fees I needed to pay and the reason behind it. They never charged me any hidden costs and were honest about everything.
I really can't thank HG enough for finding me a great apartment that met my criteria 🥰
Michael Dans
06/22/2024
COMPANY
Started my journey in buying a house last January 2023. I was already preparing myself with the stress especially I can't speak the language. Through word of mouth, I've met the people of higherground. We found out they have English speaking agents and can assist us with the whole process. Their office is very accessible (near Ebisu station) so it was easy to do office visits. Also the office is very relaxing and welcoming, will make you comfortable right away.
AGENT
Kodama san was very good and can speak English well. He was able to assist us with the whole process and what seems to be stressful, he made it so easy and very comfortable for us. He went above and beyond especially to my constant inquiries even after working hours just to accommodate my concerns. I have nothing but good words and I'm glad I was able to meet an agent like him, I will definitely recommend him to our friends.
RENOVATION
Though they are new in the renovation business, I was blown away with how professional the whole renovation team is. They were able to meet the deadlines and was able to satisfy our needs. My wife and I, were very happy about the results. We will definitely contact them again in the future for our other pending renovation plans.
もぐ
01/25/2025
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Okura from your company for his tremendous support.
Real estate agents can really vary from person to person. I spoke with several agents, but some of them completely ignored my needs and just aggressively pushed properties they were trying to sell. In contrast, Mr. Okura took the time to carefully listen to my requests and patiently worked with me until we found a property that met my expectations.
It had been three months since I started my house search, and I was feeling anxious, wondering if I would ever find the right place. I was checking sites like SUMO every day, visiting properties, but I couldn’t find anything ideal, and I was feeling frustrated.
However, Mr. Okura took the initiative to negotiate directly with the seller for a property that I thought was out of reach. Thanks to his efforts, I was able to secure a property that I’m very satisfied with. I am extremely grateful for all of his help.
Thank you very much.
Rob Haines
09/01/2024
Outstanding! We've been extremely happy with all the great service and assistance over many months. VERY highly recommended for anyone looking for Real Estate buying, selling or renting assistance.
Denise Siy
05/09/2024
Out of all the real estate agencies I contacted, I can say that HG is the best for the following reasons (this will be a long review because HG is so great!)
1) They are extremely responsive. Our mode of communication was Line and I received answers to my questions within the same day compared to other agencies where I would have to wait a couple of days or even weeks.
2) The agent assigned to me, Natsuki-san was super duper friendly and approachable 🫶 I was never scared to ask her important questions and it's clear she is very good at her job! She also worked extra hard to find me an apartment even though my COE took quite a while to arrive which I really appreciated 🥺 Thank you so much, Natsuki-san ☺️
3) Even though I was a foreigner they never took advantage of me! They were very transparent about the fees I needed to pay and the reason behind it. They never charged me any hidden costs and were honest about everything.
I really can't thank HG enough for finding me a great apartment that met my criteria 🥰
Michael Dans
06/22/2024
COMPANY
Started my journey in buying a house last January 2023. I was already preparing myself with the stress especially I can't speak the language. Through word of mouth, I've met the people of higherground. We found out they have English speaking agents and can assist us with the whole process. Their office is very accessible (near Ebisu station) so it was easy to do office visits. Also the office is very relaxing and welcoming, will make you comfortable right away.
AGENT
Kodama san was very good and can speak English well. He was able to assist us with the whole process and what seems to be stressful, he made it so easy and very comfortable for us. He went above and beyond especially to my constant inquiries even after working hours just to accommodate my concerns. I have nothing but good words and I'm glad I was able to meet an agent like him, I will definitely recommend him to our friends.
RENOVATION
Though they are new in the renovation business, I was blown away with how professional the whole renovation team is. They were able to meet the deadlines and was able to satisfy our needs. My wife and I, were very happy about the results. We will definitely contact them again in the future for our other pending renovation plans.
もぐ
01/25/2025
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Okura from your company for his tremendous support.
Real estate agents can really vary from person to person. I spoke with several agents, but some of them completely ignored my needs and just aggressively pushed properties they were trying to sell. In contrast, Mr. Okura took the time to carefully listen to my requests and patiently worked with me until we found a property that met my expectations.
It had been three months since I started my house search, and I was feeling anxious, wondering if I would ever find the right place. I was checking sites like SUMO every day, visiting properties, but I couldn’t find anything ideal, and I was feeling frustrated.
However, Mr. Okura took the initiative to negotiate directly with the seller for a property that I thought was out of reach. Thanks to his efforts, I was able to secure a property that I’m very satisfied with. I am extremely grateful for all of his help.
Thank you very much.
Rob Haines
09/01/2024
Outstanding! We've been extremely happy with all the great service and assistance over many months. VERY highly recommended for anyone looking for Real Estate buying, selling or renting assistance.