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Housebird Co., Ltd. Expands Public-Private Collaboration in Saitama Prefecture by Repurposing Vacant Houses into Accommodations

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Published Jul 14, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 4:41 AM ・ 9 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Housebird Co., Ltd. Expands Public-Private Collaboration in Saitama Prefecture by Repurposing Vacant Houses into Accommodations — Image: PR TIMES

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Housebird Co., Ltd.
will further promote its initiatives in Saitama Prefecture through the 'Comprehensive Vacant House Solution System,' following Saitama Resona Bank's agreement with Asaka City.
The company aims to revitalize vacant houses into lodging facilities, contributing to regional resource utilization and creating new value for visitors.

Housebird Co., Ltd. will further promote its initiatives in Saitama Prefecture through the 'Comprehensive Vacant House Solution System,' following Saitama Resona Bank's agreement with Asaka City. The company aims to revitalize vacant houses into lodging facilities, contributing to regional resource utilization and creating new value for visitors.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000104844.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 14, 2026

Housebird Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo / President: Masaki Ijyu), a group company of Agratio Urban Design Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo / President: Ryuichi Oba), announces the expansion of its activities within Saitama Prefecture through collaboration under the 'Comprehensive Vacant House Solution System,' following the agreement signed between Saitama Resona Bank (Head Office: Saitama Prefecture / President: Shinichi Shinozuka), part of the Resona Group, and Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture (agreement concluded on July 14).

With this agreement, the number of municipalities in Saitama Prefecture collaborating with Housebird through the 'Comprehensive Vacant House Solution System' has reached 11. The network connecting regional financial institutions, local governments, and specialized businesses continues to grow steadily, enhancing comprehensive support systems tailored to each region’s unique challenges and characteristics.

This agreement establishes a one-stop support system through public-private collaboration to address diverse local challenges related to vacant houses, including management, sale, rental, demolition, and renovation. Within this system, our company will play a key role in revitalizing vacant houses into accommodation facilities, promoting effective use of regional resources and creating new value for visitors.

The 'Comprehensive Vacant House Solution System' is a service that supports solutions for various vacant house issues through a network of 16 specialized companies in Saitama Prefecture partnered with Saitama Resona Bank. Leveraging a locally rooted network of experts, it builds comprehensive support systems tailored to the circumstances of property owners and regional characteristics.

Housebird will contribute to tourism promotion and sustainable regional revitalization by leveraging its nationwide experience in operating entire buildings as lodging facilities and renovating traditional Japanese houses, repurposing vacant houses into accommodations.

【About Housebird Co., Ltd.】

Under the concept of 'Living and Lending with Greater Freedom,' we propose new possibilities for housing. Enjoy your property as a private villa, and rent it out as accommodation on days you're not using it. We provide one-stop support from real estate, planning, design, construction, to operation, offering housing solutions suited to the needs of the future. Leveraging our extensive experience and expertise, we work closely with each property owner to contribute to regional revitalization and solving social issues through the effective utilization of vacant and underutilized properties.

Company Name

Housebird Co., Ltd. (English: Housebird Co., Ltd.)

Date of Establishment

September 5, 2016

Headquarters

31st Floor, Shinjuku Sumitomo Building, 2-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Representative

President and CEO: Masaki Ijyu

Business Activities

Consulting services for opening inns and hotels

Official Website

https://housebirdjapans.com/

【About Agratio Urban Design Inc.】

We are a company that values Japan's traditional culture while creating cities and homes that are functionally designed, environmentally friendly, and comfortable for residents using the latest technology.

With three core businesses—'Housing,' 'Asset Solutions,' and 'Accommodation'—we consistently focus on delivering genuine satisfaction to our customers across all our business operations.

We aim to provide truly high-quality products and services by fully leveraging our accumulated experience and expertise in response to changing times.

Company Name

Agratio Urban Design Inc. (English: Agratio Urban Design Inc.)

Date of Establishment

Listed on the Standard Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 3467)

Headquarters

31st Floor, Shinjuku Sumitomo Building, 2-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Representative

President and CEO: Ryuichi Oba

Business Activities

Design, construction, and sales of new detached houses; sale of entire new rental apartment buildings; conversion and renovation of used apartments and office buildings

Official Website

https://about.agr-urban.co.jp/

＜Press Contact＞

Housebird Co., Ltd. Contact: Nomoto Email: [email protected]

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FAQ

What is unique about Housebird's vacant house utilization?

It revitalizes vacant houses into lodging facilities, offering one-stop support that combines tourism promotion and regional revitalization.

What is the 'Vacant House Comprehensive Solution System'?

A public-private partnership model where municipalities, financial institutions, and specialists collaborate to support sales, rentals, and renovations.

Where does Housebird operate?

Currently active in 11 municipalities in Saitama Prefecture, expanding nationwide using its proven track record.

What support is provided when converting vacant houses into lodgings?

End-to-end support from design, renovation, to operation, offering optimal utilization plans for owners.

What is the social significance of this initiative?

It promotes sustainable urban development by solving vacant house issues and effectively utilizing local resources.

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