Date Posted: March 7, 2026
Description
Akiya2.0 is looking for a Property Liaison (Associate) to join our growing team in Japan. This role is for someone who enjoys working with people, moving between languages and cultures, and has a genuine interest in property, architecture, and traditional Japanese homes.
As a Property Liaison, you will be the link between clients and the local property market. You will divide your time between the field, attending viewings, meeting local contacts, working from home, and occasional office days.
- Type: Full-time
- Location: Japan (Hybrid, with a mix of field work, office, and remote)
- Start Date: As soon as possible, 2026
- Compensation: Competitive, Starting from 240,000JPY/month, negotiable based on experience, rises with experience
What you will do
- Liaising with Japanese real estate agents, local contacts, and clients from around the world
- Working closely with our Sales team, picking up clients once a deal is ready to move forward and guiding them through the rest of the process
- Searching for, evaluating, and gathering information on properties that meet client needs
- Arranging and attending property viewings across Japan
- Supporting clients through each stage of the process to ensure clear communication and smooth progress
- Managing information flow between Japanese-speaking and English-speaking parties
- Keeping accurate records and following up promptly on requests
Who we are looking for
- Native or full professional business in Japanese, with the ability to hold conversations with property owners and agents
- Full professional business proficiency in English
- Strong interpersonal and client management skills, with the ability to build trust and keep projects moving forward
- A love for architecture, property, and especially traditional Japanese homes (kominka)
- Organised, adaptable, and comfortable working independently as well as with a team
- Already residing in Japan(with relevant working/residence visa), with an interest in long-term work here
- Experience in real estate, architecture, tourism, or related fields is welcomed but not essential if you have the right mindset and communication skills
- A real estate license (宅建士 / Takken) is welcomed but not required
About Us
We are a startup dedicated to reimagining Japan's "akiya," or abandoned and underused homes, by bringing them back to life as unique stays, homes, and investments. Our work connects property owners, local stakeholders, and international clients.
At Akiya2.0, we believe in preserving Japan's architectural heritage while creating meaningful connections between cultures and communities. This role is not a sales agent position - it focuses on connecting people, navigating language and cultural differences, and guiding clients through a process that may be unfamiliar to them.
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Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Additional Requirements:
- CV with relevant experience
- Short introduction explaining your interest in the role
- Examples of cross-cultural communication experience (if applicable)