To all foreigners living in Japan

How is life in Japan? You might be feeling diﬀerences from your home town in terms of culture, climate, food, and lifestyle in Japan. We established 'MICASA' with the desire to make life in Japan more comfortable for everyone, who experience various diﬀerences in their daily lives, by allowing them to maintain their familiar lifestyle from their hometowns, at least in their own homes. "MICASA" is a service that allows you to build a house with the ﬂoor plan you desire, so that you donʼ t need to adjust your life to the ready-built house. Share your dreams for your living space, and letʼ s build it together.

The roots of MICASA

MICASA is rooted in the phrase「¡ Mi casa es tu casa !」in Spanish, “Feel free to visit our home anytime, just like itʼ s your own home.” We chose this name with the hope that the house would not only be comfortable for you, but also be a pleasant space for those who visit, that it would be a house where you would always want to return, and where visitors would feel they want to come back again as well.

About MICASA

About MICASA

This is a semi-custom home service for foreigners who are unable to ﬁnd a house that matches their needs. Our company handles the construction of 30 ready-built homes annually, mainly in Urayasu City, Ichikawa City in Chiba Prefecture, Edogawa Ward in Tokyo. We constantly acquire land for built-for-sale properties and provide fresh, unpublished information via email. Also, our staﬀ will provide dedicated support until your home is built.
Membership-Based

MICASA is a membership-based service. Members will receive the latest information on oﬀ-market properties and can choose from a wider range of options. The registration process is on page 5. Please complete your registration before the ﬁrst meeting.

How to register
Language Support

We have staﬀs who can speak English at a conversational level. They will support you with architectural plans and documents related to contracts. For languages other than English, will support you with using translation device to communicate in multiple languages.
Mortgage Support

We provide housing loan support with favorable conditions for foreigners. We will handle the preparation of documents, submission, and all contacts with reputable Japanese banks. We will propose ways to structure your housing loan to minimize the amount of cash you need to prepare.
Trust

Shuken Group, based in Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture, is a highly reputable local group of companies with diverse businesses, including real estate, construction, and food services. Our construction capabilities, especially in designing commercial store buildings are highly regarded in Japan, and this DNA lives on in our real estate business.

COMIC MICASA

FLOWCHART

MICASA is a membership-based service.Members will receive the latest information on oﬀ-market properties and can choose from a wider range of options.

STEP1

Membership Registration

Please use the dedicated form to register as a MICASA member.

STEP2

Provision Information Provision

We will introduce the latest property information that fits your budget.

STEP3

ShopVisit & Guidance

After hearing your requirements, we will guide you to potential properties.

STEP4

Proposal of Floor Plan

Our architect will create a floor plan incorporating your requests.

STEP5

Financial Planning

We will provide suggestions based on a simulation of manageable loan repayment amounts.

STEP6

Decision on the Plan

After several meetings, we will finalize the floor plan and interior design.

STEP7

Sales Agreement

With language support, we will proceed with the contract.

STEP8

Completion of the Building

Based on the hearing, we will finalize the floor plan and interior design.

STEP9

Mortgage Loan Disbursement

We support from financial planning consultations to communication with the bank.

STEP10

Moving In

You will move into your new home on your desired moving-in date.

STEP11

Friend Referral

We offer various benefits through friend referrals.

Membership Registration

Go to Free Membership Registration Form

Enter the required fields and proceed to the confirmation screen.

If the information is correct, click the register button.

Once you receive the auto-reply email, your registration is complete.

MICASA Q&A

What earthquake safety measures are in place for the building?: In Japan, there is a law (Building Standards Law) that mandates high earthquak e resistance in construction. Our buildings comply with this law, so you can rest assured.
When do the costs start to incur?: The ﬁrst payment will be a 5% deposit of the purchase price at the time of the sales contract. The deposit will be applied as part of the purchase price.
Are the documents available in my native language?: The important matters disclosure document and contract, as required by law, are all in Japanese. However, supplementary materials are available in English or other supported languages.
Do the house come with air conditioning, furniture, lighting, and curtains?: No, they are not included. However, some areas, such as downlights, may be included from the design stage. Please ask the staﬀ for details during the design consultation.
Are there any payments other than the purchase price?: Additional fees of approximately 5% to 6%of the purchase price will apply. The amount varies depending on the property, so a detailed statement will be prepared before the purchase.
Can the building design plans be provided in my native language?: Since the design plans are created by Japanese architects and the construction is carried out by Japanese craftsmen, the design plans are in Japanese. However, we will provide language support during the consultation phase.
How do I proceed with the mortgage loan application?: We have partner ﬁnancial institutions, and our staﬀ will assist you with the process. We are partnered with the3 major banks and over 10 regional banks
Is there a warranty for the building?: Yes, there is. The building undergoes inspection by a third-party organization and is handed over once it passes. The structural components of the building come with a minimum 10-year warranty.
How long will it take to complete the construction?: Depending on the size of the building and the complexity of the construction, the timeline may vary, but the expected completion and move-in date is approximately 5 to 6 months after the sales contract.
Could you tell me about the payment methods?: At the time of the contract, a 5% deposit of the purchase price is required as an earnest payment. The remaining balance will be paid upon completion of the house.
Is there an after-sales service?: Yes, we oﬀer after-sales service. In some cases, early issues may be addressed with free maintenance. For more details, please refer to the 'After-Sales Maintenance Service Warranty'

To all foreigners living in Japan