MESSAGE
Move people's hearts and turn vacant houses into
Towards Mishima's future resources.
We, Mishima City Vacant House Utilization Lab,
Research, planning, utilization and restoration of vacant houses
We are a one-stop creative team based in the local community.
A diverse group of experts who love Mishima will work together to propose ways to breathe new life into vacant houses while respecting the history and family feelings that are etched into them.
People gather, memories are accumulated, and passed on to the next generation.
We are pursuing the "utilization of vacant houses to connect stories to the future."
Services
It's people who make vacant houses interesting.
The colorful personalities of the creative members blend together.
By partnering with people active in a variety of fields, we will work with our customers to create a future for vacant houses that are unique to Mishima.
Services
Making use of vacant houses will revitalize the town of Mishima.
We will introduce our efforts to connect vacant houses to the future, working with the local community.
Vacant House Concierge
We are here to help you with your questions: "What should I do with that vacant house?" Sell? Rent? Keep? ── Deciding on an empty house can be difficult on your own. We listen to the owner's thoughts and help you find the best path forward, from sorting out how to utilize the property to introducing systems and subsidies, and connecting you with trusted experts.
Old House Walk in Mishima
A tour of historic vacant houses and old folk houses.
A guide will be provided to introduce the cultural background and examples of how the vacant house can be used. The experience of visiting a vacant house itself will become an attraction for the local area, and serve as an opportunity for tourism and interaction.
For owners, it's also an opportunity to let more people know about the value of their home.
Renovation Labo
Why not start by "trying it out for now"? "Could this house be turned into a cafe?" "What if we turned it into an atelier?" We will create a place where you can actually try out ideas like these through short-term use and events. By repeatedly demonstrating the possibilities, both the owner and potential users can move on to the next step with peace of mind.
Meet the Team
Friends who cherish the history of Mishima and the stories of vacant houses.
This is a team that works together to shape the future of the region.
Regeneration Coordinator
Daichi Takano
Fascinated by old things, he is not only making use of vacant houses but also devoting his efforts to restoring vintage furniture.
We value adding new color to people's lives while respecting the history and memories embedded in items.
As a father of two children, I strive every day to create values that will be passed on to the next generation.
Future Producer
Tsunenari Takano
He loves traditional music so much that he has the inquisitiveness to travel to remote areas of Morocco to hear it.
We are applying the unique ideas we have gained from this experience to utilizing vacant houses, and are taking an unconventional approach.
We will proactively introduce the latest technologies, such as aerial photography using drones and AI analysis, to paint a new future for the local area and vacant houses.
Voice of Customer
Yumi Sato / Fujimidai, Mishima City
After my parents passed away, I inherited their house in Mishima City, but since I live in Yokohama, I can't visit frequently, and I was worried about how to manage and utilize the house.
The building was old and I honestly didn't know what to do, whether to sell it or rent it out. That's when I came across Vacant House Lab.
First, we had a specialist inspect the vacant house, and the report with photos clearly showed the condition of the building and the need for repairs, which gave us peace of mind.
In addition to simply reporting on the deterioration of the building, they also compiled a story about how the house has been used in the community, which was very moving. Furthermore, by requesting "monitoring support," we were able to maintain the house with peace of mind even though we were far away, and we are now able to think positively about how to use it in the future.