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What We Do

While you're away, we're home.

We care for Japanese properties so their owners don't have to fly 6,000 miles every time something needs attention.

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We built MonoHaus because we watched owners struggle to care for properties from thousands of miles away. Roofs leaked, gardens overgrew, mail piled up. Now we handle all of it — and report everything to you in English.

サービス · Our Services

From first visit to forever care.

Every service exists because we've seen what happens when it's missing. We don't offer packages full of things you don't need — just the care your specific property requires.

01

Regular Inspections

点検

We visit on your plan's schedule — quarterly, every other month, or monthly — and document everything: structure, security, weather damage, utilities, pest signs, neighbour issues. You receive a photo report within 5 business days (up to 25 photos on Premium).

02

Garden & Grounds

庭園管理

Japanese gardens don't manage themselves. Basic tidying (weeds, trimming) is included in Standard. Full seasonal maintenance — pruning, lawn care, autumn leaf clearing, winter prep — comes with Premium, or as an add-on on any plan.

03

Mail Collection & Forwarding

郵便転送

We collect your property mail, scan important documents, and forward them digitally. Tax notices, utility bills, municipal letters — nothing sits unopened. Bill payment coordination included.

04

Tenant Management

入居者管理

When your property is ready for tenants, we handle everything — listing, screening, background checks, lease preparation, rent collection, and move-in coordination. All in Japanese, reported in English.

05

3D Scan & Floorplan

3Dスキャン

Full Matterport 3D documentation of your property with detailed floorplans and architectural measurements. Available on any plan as a one-off service. Essential for remote owners planning renovations.

06

Renovation & Restoration

修繕・復元

From patching a leaky roof to full kominka restoration. Dedicated project manager, 200+ vetted contractors, weekly progress photos, and complete budget tracking. We've brought back houses that sat empty for decades.

07

Financial Reporting

財務報告

Every yen tracked. Monthly P&L statements, expense breakdowns, tax-ready annual documents. All accessible from your real-time owner dashboard. No hidden fees, ever.

08

Legal & Compliance

法務・届出

Japanese property law is complex. We handle akiya bank registration, subsidy applications, fire safety compliance, waste regulations, and annual tax filings so you don't have to navigate Japanese bureaucracy.

09

Emergency Response

緊急対応

24/7 coordination for typhoons, burst pipes, break-ins, or any urgent situation. We aim to dispatch a contractor within 24 hours, in all 47 prefectures — and we'll always do our best to be faster. Timing can depend on weather, disasters and local contractor availability.

詳細 · Explore Each Service

A dedicated page for every service.

Each service has its own guide — what it covers, what's included, and how we deliver it for owners who live abroad. Explore the one you need.

Akiya Management

空き家管理

Watching over vacant and rarely-used homes.

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Property Maintenance

建物管理

Keeping a home sound, dry, and secure year-round.

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Renovation & Restoration

修繕・改修

Bringing older homes back to life, carefully.

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Tenant Management

賃貸管理

Turning a property into income, handled in Japanese.

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Financial Reporting

収支報告

Clear accounts for an asset on the other side of the world.

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Legal & Municipal Compliance

法務・行政

Handling the paperwork and the bureaucracy.

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Utilities & Internet Setup

ライフライン開通

Electricity, gas, water and internet connected in your name — fibre, or Starlink in the countryside.

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Home Insurance

火災・地震保険

Fire and earthquake cover compared across insurers, arranged, renewed — and claims handled after a storm or quake.

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Project Management

工事管理

Construction coordinated before and after you buy: quotes, permits, trades, budget and weekly photos.

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Buying Support

購入サポート

A pre-purchase inspection, hazard and paperwork checks, and a repair estimate — before you commit.

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Arrivals & Stays

滞在準備

The house aired, cleaned and switched on before you arrive, and closed up properly after you leave.

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Traditional estate — 築150年

Traditional estate — 築150年

Wakayama Prefecture

Kyoto machiya — 築100年

Kyoto machiya — 築100年

Higashiyama, Kyoto

Seaside traditional house

Seaside traditional house

Chiba Prefecture

Snow country kominka

Snow country kominka

Hokkaido

料金 · Pricing

Simple and transparent.

Choose how often we visit — quarterly, every other month, or monthly. Every plan includes bilingual support and 24/7 emergency response. Add any à-la-carte service below. Cancel anytime.

Essential

見守り

Once per quarter

¥14,000/mo

Eyes on your property every season.

  • Quarterly on-site visit (4×/year)
  • Photo inspection report within 5 business days
  • Exterior, structure & security check
  • Mail collection, scan & forwarding
  • 24/7 emergency coordination
  • Bilingual support + owner dashboard
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Standard

総合管理

Every other month

¥26,000/mo

Steady, hands-on care through the year.

  • Visits every 2 months (6×/year)
  • Everything in Essential
  • Basic garden & grounds tidying
  • Moisture & ventilation check
  • Utility & meter monitoring
  • Priority scheduling for on-site work
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Premium

常時管理

Every month

¥42,000/mo

Monthly presence, nothing left to chance.

  • Monthly visits (12×/year)
  • Everything in Standard
  • Detailed photo report (up to 25 photos)
  • Seasonal garden maintenance
  • Dehumidifier & moisture management
  • First priority for service coordination
  • Discounted rates on all add-ons
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Prices are starting estimates and vary with property type, size, location and condition. Renovation and restoration projects are quoted separately.

オプション · Add-on Services

Add exactly what your home needs.

Available on any plan. From getting Starlink online in the countryside to installing cameras you can check from overseas, managing Japan's humidity, or hanging a proper 表札 — we handle it on the ground so you don't have to fly in.

Internet / Starlink Setup

ネット開通

We source, install and configure connectivity — fibre where available, or Starlink for rural and akiya properties. Ready for you, tenants, or remote monitoring.

from ¥45,000 one-time

Security Cameras (Interior & Exterior)

防犯カメラ

Interior and exterior camera install with remote app access, so you can look in on your property any time from overseas. Weatherproof exterior units, discreet interior.

from ¥40,000 one-time

Moisture Management & Dehumidifiers

湿気対策

Japan's humidity ruins empty houses. We place and service dehumidifiers, monitor damp, and keep air moving to prevent mould, mildew and tatami rot.

from ¥8,000 /mo

Yard & Grounds Management

庭・外構管理

Beyond basic tidying — hedge and tree pruning, weeding, lawn care, leaf clearing and winter prep, on a schedule that keeps neighbours happy and the property presentable.

from ¥8,000 /visit

Seasonal Deep Cleaning

季節の大掃除

A thorough top-to-bottom clean each season — kitchen, bath, tatami, windows, and airing out. Keeps a lived-in feel and readies the home for your visits or guests.

from ¥25,000 /season

Furniture Delivery Acceptance

家具受け取り

We receive furniture and large deliveries on your behalf, check them against your order, place them in the right room, and remove the packaging.

from ¥5,000 /delivery

Interior Design Work

内装デザイン

From furnishing an empty kominka to styling for photos or short-stay rental. Concept, sourcing, and full setup — traditional, modern, or a blend.

Quote on request

Name Plate (表札) Ordering & Install

表札設置

Design, order and install a proper 表札 name plate — the small detail that makes a Japanese home feel truly yours. Wood, stone, or ceramic.

from ¥15,000 one-time

Build a custom estimate See what's included in each plan

透明性 · No Surprises

What else you might pay.

Beyond your monthly plan, a home in Japan has a few other costs. Some are ours, charged only when you use them; some are third-party costs you'd pay anyway — we just handle them for you, always with your approval. Here's everything, up front.

Ad-hoc services

  • Onboarding / Setupfrom ¥40,000 one-time

    First visit, baseline photo survey, key handling, and account setup when a property comes under management.

  • Extra Inspectionfrom ¥12,000 /visit

    An additional on-site visit and photo report beyond your plan's cadence — after a storm, before a guest, or on request.

  • 3D Scan & Floorplanfrom ¥30,000 one-time

    Full Matterport 3D capture with measured floorplans — essential for planning renovations remotely.

  • Bill Payment Handlingfrom ¥3,000 /mo

    We receive and pay your Japanese property tax, utility, and municipal bills on your behalf.

  • Document TranslationQuote on request

    Translate and explain official letters, contracts, and notices — per document, with notarization coordination if needed.

Variable fees

  • Tenant placement入居者募集

    Finder's fee when we lease your property out — typically about one month's rent.

  • Rent management家賃管理

    5% of the monthly rent for collection, tenant relations, and reporting.

  • Renovation / project management工事管理

    10–15% of the project cost to source, coordinate, and oversee contractors.

  • Emergency after-hours call-out緊急対応

    On-site attendance for an urgent event — from ¥10,000 per incident (coordination itself is included in every plan).

Third-party pass-through

  • Fixed-asset & city-planning tax固定資産税・都市計画税

    Annual municipal property tax — we track due dates and can pay it for you.

  • Fire & earthquake insurance火災・地震保険

    Annual premium — see our insurance estimate for a figure for your property.

  • Utility standing charges光熱費基本料金

    Electric, water, and gas base fees — payable even when the home is vacant.

  • Repairs & materials修繕費

    Actual contractor and material costs, as incurred, with your approval.

  • Neighborhood association dues自治会費

    Local community dues — often ¥500–¥3,000 per month.

  • Oversized-garbage disposal粗大ごみ

    Municipal fee per large item removed.

  • Pest / termite treatmentシロアリ駆除

    Periodic treatment for older timber homes — a full course often starts around ¥100,000.

  • Judicial scrivener司法書士

    Registration and title work fees, per transaction.

  • Tax accountant税理士

    Annual tax filing, if you need one prepared.

  • International transfer fees海外送金手数料

    Bank / FX charges on payouts and payments to and from Japan.

We never mark up third-party costs, and nothing above the amounts you've approved is ever charged without asking first.

See the Deliverable

Sample Inspection Report

Room-by-room findings, photos, and recommendations with cost estimates. This is what you get every month.

Our Commitment

Service Guarantee

24/7 emergency coordination with 24-hour contractor dispatch. A photo report after every visit. Fee credits if we ever fall short. Read our binding commitments.

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We'll visit, assess, and recommend exactly what it needs.

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