Maido Estate was founded by a foreigner who learned the hard way navigating Japanese real estate without the right support is frustrating, slow, and full of dead ends.
So we built something different. A licensed agency rooted in Kansai, with the local knowledge, the right contacts, and the language skills to make the process work for you wherever you're coming from. We handle rentals, purchases, sales, and commercial real estate across the region. No shortcuts. No guesswork. Just honest guidance, in English, French, or Japanese.
Rentals · Purchases · Sales · Commercial
Foreigner-friendly. Bilingual. Exclusive listings.
Contact us today and move in within 2 weeks.
Our dedicated team of agents is here to help you navigate the complexities of renting in Japan.
Passionate about art, fashion, and old buildings, I have spent the last few years helping foreigners move to and invest in Osaka. I arrived in Kansai in 2018 and never left. I use my understanding of Japanese language, culture, and people to navigate both worlds — and Osaka has become my hometown. Experienced agent and founder of Maido Estate, I work at the intersection of local and international helping foreign clients find their place in Osaka, while staying deeply connected to the city, its neighborhoods, and the people who make it what it is.
Shiba Inu | March 2026 born | Female, but my name is Saburo. Since I was told I'm not paying the rent, I'll do my best as a real estate agent instead. I currently work as the pet-friendly property specialist at Maido Estate Co., Ltd. My brokerage fee is 1.1 months' rent + 100g of treats. My favorite places are: • Osaka Castle Park • Nakanoshima Garden • Utsubo Park
We sit on your side of the table. Every deal is explained clearly, every step made transparent. Our relationship doesn't end at the contract — it starts there.
Your AllyWe believe every job can be done with a sense of craft — from the content we create to the properties we present. Good taste is not a bonus. It is the baseline.
Our EdgeWe apply Japanese standards of precision and care to everything we do — with an international mindset that makes the process clear and accessible to anyone, from anywhere.
Our StandardWe're a small team doing meaningful work. If that resonates - reach out.
We've helped hundreds of expats relocate to Osaka from these organisations.
