Emilie from France

"Thank to Kaz, I was able to find an apartment in a very short time!

The Japanese administrative process can be really complicated and time consuming, but Kaz made it smooth!

Also, his english is perfect and the way he communicates is very efficient.

Thank you!"

Kieran from Ireland

"Kaz is very knowledgable about the Tokyo market and knows the issues that the foreign community will be concerned about. He prepares well and is open to being flexible to make sure all parties are happy with his service. He responds quickly and is professional in his actions. I would recommend him for foreigners and Japanese alike when looking for a place in Tokyo.

Matt from Canada

My experience with Hikari Homes was very positive. Kaz, my agent, was very helpful and he worked hard to find me a suitable apartment that met my requirements. He was friendly when answering my questions and I am grateful for all of his hard work. I would highly recommend Kaz and Hikari Homes!

Omar from America

"Harada-san is a wonderful realtor and an even better person. He always gets back to you quickly; to call him helpful is an understatement - he found me an apartment in my budget, quickly and efficiently. For anyone (foreigner or otherwise) who is looking for an apartment in the Tokyo area, you can't get better than Harada-san. Truly an excellent experience, excellent man, and a great apartment. I highly recommend him - you will be infinitely happy you had Harada-san helping you! 

Andy from UK

Getting an apartment in Japan can be very difficult if you don`t speak the language fluently.

 Kaz speaks great English and will do all the hard work for you.  He showed me a lot of different apartments until I found one I liked.  

He explains the contract process clearly and tells you exactly what you need to know.  The whole process was straightforward thanks to Kaz and I would definitely use him again if I were to move again in the future.

Tina and Chris from UK

A friend recommended Kaz to help us buy a home in Tokyo. She was right. Working with Kaz was a great experience. He listened carefully to our requirements and helped us find a great place in just a few weeks. He helped us find a very good deal on a mortgage. He always responded to questions and emails promptly. He was personable and calm even under pressure. We would absolutely recommend working with Kaz and Hikari Home. 

Monty from Australia

Kaz is a terrific agent. I found him to be reliable, responsive, helpful, and always easy to deal with. I would highly recommend Kaz to others.

Dan from Sweden

"Kaz really went out of his way to find me a nice place, and was very flexible in both appointments and helping me with practical issues. He communicated very promptly and clearly at all times. I'm very happy with the apartment that he found for me and I would warmly recommend his services to anyone."

David from America

"Kaz provided a level of personalization and thoughtful ness that exceeded expectations. The search process was enjoyable, communications were clear and fast, and Kaz went out of his way to make sure that all went smoothly.  We are very grateful to Kaz and Hikari Homes for a comfortable transition to Tokyo!"

Douglas from US

"Kaz at Hikari made looking for an apartment quick and easy. His quick response and detailed explanation of the contract made sure everything was understandable. I am very pleased with my experience and would recommend Hikari to those looking for a place to stay. "

Loris and Viktoria from France and Germany

"Kaz-san was recommended to us by friends and he was indeed an awesome help straight from the beginning. We were highly impressed by his efficient work and prompt communicaton. Kaz-san is easy to deal with, yet professional and very knowledgeable. Though we had clearly defined criteria for our apartment hunt, he managed to find several possible places and arranged visits the following day. Kaz-san was even able to negotiate a better deal with the landlord for us when we applied for a place. We were extremely thankful for this unexpected extra service! Even after we moved in, Kaz-san kept in touch with us and helped us with any remaining questions. We are very happy with our new place and the service we received from Hikari Home."

Shayne from Canada

Working with Kaz from Hikari Homes was a great experience the whole way through. He was easy to get in contact with and always honest with me. He even made himself available for questions after I had moved into my new apartment! I would highly recommend both Hikari Homes and Kaz!

Danna from America

Our experience with Hikari was a good one from start to finish. Our agent, Kaz, was very friendly and helpful in guiding us with the entire process of finding and securing an apartment. We were grateful for his expertise and the hard work he put in to finding the right place for us. I recommend this company, and Kaz, to other expats looking for a new apartment in Tokyo.

Danna Bergantine

Pawel from Poland

I would like to thank Hikari Tokyo Apartments for their help and fantastic service in helping me find a new place here in Tokyo.

In particular I would like to thank Mr. Harada who constantly went the extra mile and was incredibly knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire process! Right from the beginning I felt extremely confident about everything he did and knew I could trust him since he had my best interest at heart. Harada-san is super efficient, a fabulous communicator and a pleasure to deal with. He responds immediately and resolves any issues sensibly and quickly. I could not have been any more pleased and impressed with Mr. Harada and I would recommend his services to anyone!

Thank you Harada-san for a wonderful job!

Sean from Australia

"Language and cultural barriers can make apartment hunting difficult for foreigners in Tokyo. Kaz and the team at Hikari Home make the process much easier. They have twice helped me find a great apartment, and I will use their services again in the future should the need arise."

John from USA

Kaz was upfront and thorough from the start.  After our initial meeting to go over my specific criteria and preferences, we were able to look at places the same day. He was very clear not only in explaining the rental process, but also the expenses I could expect.

From the start of my apartment hunt to moving in took only 2 weeks—I know this is definitely a challenge in Japan.  I appreciate Kaz making it happen as he knew I was on a tight timeline.

I’d recommend him to anyone looking for a new place!

Austin from Scotland

Kaz was great right from the start. After our initial consultation, he worked effectively to show me only apartments that fit my specific criteria and taste.

The rest of the process was then taken out of my hands and proceeded in a timely manner by Kaz.

Thanks for all the help and the great service!

Glenda from the Philippines

You were very helpful in helping me find my apartment. I like the service before I even arrived in Tokyo, during the entire process of choosing the right one, and after I have chosen one, you were still available for questions regarding a lot of things. Overall, I'm satisfied with the concern you gave all of us. Thank you!

Lea from New Zealand

I would like to highly recommend Kaz Harada to others who are searching for accommodation in Tokyo. Throughout my time searching, which began before I arrived in Japan he was very prompt replying to my emails.He sent links to apartments so he could gauge my interest and always kept me up to date abut the progress. Finally he had excellent properties to show me when I arrived, all of which matched my criteria. The time was very well spent and his follow up to questions and information was also prompt and useful. Nothing was too much trouble and he was able to be contacted at any time of the day.

Eric and Stacey from USA

We are thankful to have had Kaz looking out for us as we transitioned to Tokyo. He took the time to get a clear picture of our needs and wants ahead of time, and as a result every property he showed us was worth a look and we found a great place on the first day. Great to have someone like Kaz help us make a successful start to our Tokyo journey!

Tara from USA

Kaz was a wonderful agent! He seemed to understand what I was looking for in an apartment and was always very helpful when I had any questions. One of the best things about Kaz is his level of professionalism and how prompt he replies to any inquiries you may have, which is so important when you're trying to make a quick decision about a property. I would definitely recommend Kaz to anyone looking to rent in Tokyo, especially an expat!

Ciara from Canada

Kaz is a very helpful and kind real estate agent. He was prompt with emails and was prepared when we met him. He helped us make the best choice when choosing an apartment. His English skills are excellent and he has great knowledge of the Tokyo area.

Christine from USA

"I find Kaz Harada-san to be a dedicated individual who will take his time to find a place of my request. Also, I am very pleased and thankful he is available to address any issues about my apartment and to help with some translations. I would highly recommend Kaz Harada-san to anyone seeking a place to live. He has been a kind and reliable gentleman."

Mikie from Ireland

Kaz helped us to find exactly what we were looking for in a home. We highly recommend him as an estate agent.

Wilson from Canada

My employer referred me to Kaz to help me find an apartment before my arrival to Tokyo. We corresponded through email and I found him to be very polite and quick to respond to my questions. He was very knowledgeable about the area I was moving to and was able to find me an apartment that suited my needs.

Bethan from UK

I used Hikari Homes to help me find suitable accomodation near my new place of work in Kiyosumishirakawa, Koto City. 

The company found me a great apartment that satisfied all the requirements I specified, including the size and monthly rent. I found all the employees whom I met with, or communicated with via email, to be extremely helpful, efficient and knowledgable. Good communication was facilitated by the fact that the company employs people with a very strong grasp of English. 

I would highly recommend this company, especially to foreigners moving to Japan for the first time- using Hikari Homes will make the transition far easier! 

Sarah from Australia

Finding an apartment with Kaz has been such a quick and easy process. Looking for a place to live in a foreign country can be daunting especially if you aren't completely fluent in the local language, but Kaz did his best to help and assist me and we found a great place for me to live very quickly. I am really happy in my new apartment and everything from setting up the bills to organising the movers has been smooth thanks to Kaz and his great support. His response to emails and calls was always prompt and he did his best to answer all the questions I had before I moved into my new place. I would definitely recommend using Hikari Homes and plan on keeping in touch with Kaz myself in case I want to move homes again in the future. Thank you so much again Kaz!!

Alen from USA

I found out about Hikari Home from a number of expats living in Japan now, that have used the service and had recommended it to others. Not knowing much about Japanese real estate market I wanted to work with a company that had a good reputation and would able to minimize the stress associated with searching for a home in a new country, I contacted a number of different companies but Mr.Harada, responded almost immediately. He listened to my requirements, asked some additional questions and informed me about my options. He was very welcoming, understanding, and knowledgeable.

He helped me narrow down potential choices in areas I wanted and was very flexible with his schedule in order to be able to go see said properties at a time that worked for me. He was very upfront about the pros and cons of each property and really seemed like he had my best interest in mind. Eventually I was able to find a property that was in a great area, with a great price. Even after finding the apartment he made handling all the paperwork and associated processes as painless as possible. Everything went through without a problem. However, what I appreciated the most about working with Mr.Harada is that he was always available and willing to help. No matter the question I might have had he was always there with a prompt answer, and that really went a long way towards making me feel at ease through out the whole process, especially given that my Japanese ability was not great. If help was required he was there, I really can't express enough how much I appreciated this.

Overall, I very much enjoyed working with Hikari Home and Mr.Harada. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a home in Tokyo. You will not be disappointed,.

Sean from USA

"Working with Kaz is always great! Whether it's your first time in Tokyo or you are a seasoned Japan veteran, Kaz will always work to find you the best options for the type of place that you want.  Then, once you have determined the place you want, he will continue negotiating until get you the best possible deal.  He is a real pro!"

Charlotte from UK

Kaz has been very helpful with finding an apartment and I have found him to be both professional and amiable.  He followed my requirements carefully and delivered on every level, providing an excellent range of apartments to choose from.  Furthermore, he went above and beyond with additional requests and advice, and always replied to queries promptly.  I would recommend his services to anyone searching for an apartment in Tokyo.

Chintan from India

When I landed up in Japan, having talked to couple of property agents I was really surprised with the terms for rental apartment especially for foreigners who cant speak Japanese!

On one fine day I found reply in my mail box from person named Kaz. Frankly speaking by looking at the mail my first reaction was like "too many questions asked"! Yes, that's what I felt at that time because of  my earlier not so good experience with other agents. With lots of courage I answered all the questions :-).

Next day meeting was setup and I realized how detailed my answers could be used to search the property suitable for me with a state of art software! After the same meeting I was taken to see the property and deal was done. That was the best fit for me. :-)

I really like the way Kaz executes your assignments with full utilization of your limited time. He is very supportive and co-operative. I'd say he is the best guy in town for real estate business.

Cia Ai from Singapore

I move to Tokyo about a month ago and liaised with several agencies to look for a permanent home. Of all the agents who responded to my requests, Kaz was the most industrious and honest. At our first meeting, he explained the different areas in Tokyo in an open manner and quickly identified my needs. On the spot, he showed me several apartments which would be suitable for my budget. We shortlisted these and immediately, he brought me out to view these apartments. It was incredibly efficient. I could not decide between two of them but Kaz carefully analysed their pros and cons to me. He saw factors which I did not realise. Kaz is sincere and helpful. I can’t think of a better person to contact if you are looking for an apartment in Tokyo.

Leanne and Aron from Australia

"Having lived in Japan for close to 8 years. Finding an apartment can be an absolute nightmare. I've found my previous homes through many of the English friendly rental agencies here in Tokyo - however none are as professional or as friendly (and none explain it as clearly and simply) as Kaz.

He was the first to reply promptly to my enquiry via an open search engine then any other agency and funnily enough the next day he was recommended separately to me via one of my best friends as the best real estate agent to talk too.

When I first went to meet Kaz, he happily answered all of my questions (even my stupid ones) and helped me to find the best possible options to fit my requirements. He was very flexible and open minded in helping my fiancee & I look at all possible properties till we found one that was everything we wanted especially in such a short timeframe. He was great at explaining all the paperwork, and making sure we filled out all the right documents to ensure that everything was correct.

It was extremely helpful as well that Kaz assisted us in cancelling/transferring all our old utilities to our new place so that we had no stress regarding the Japanese bureaucracy, so that when we moved in, our place was ready with everything working.

I would heartily recommend Kaz to anyone living in Tokyo (especially those who Japanese skills are lacking) as he goes above & beyond to making your search for a home a pleasant one instead of a stressful experience.

Steffen from Germany

Relocating to Tokyo for work left me with a rather tight schedule - I had just about two weeks to settle in Japan before starting my new position here. Due to this I was certain to require a good realtor to help me find a good apartment quickly.

Kaz was recommended to me from a fellow colleague who also found his apartment here with Kaz help some years ago. Kaz speaks excellent English and works very quickly - he usually responds within one day. 

Although it is always a gamble which apartments are currently available he found me a very stylish apartment only 2 stations from work at an affordable rate. The other options he presented me (5 in total) would have mostly also been acceptable.

Negotiations with the RE-agency and utilities Kaz handled very efficiently. Overall, I was very satisfied and believe as a foreigner in Japan you require the help of an realtor to find a decent place. 

I will continue to recommend Kaz for this with best conscience.

Krzysztof from Poland

Knowing how hard is to find a property in Japan (Tokyo), I started
looking for a highest rated and valued estate agent (that is friendly
and sympathetic towards foreigners) prior to my relocation from London
to Tokyo. While on the quest to find the right company, I have learned
about Hikari and after sending an initial e-mail asking whether Hikari
could help me, Kaz contacted me. Then it was all business! We have
arranged things when I was still abroad. Upon my arrival I have meet
with Kaz and we began searching for properties that would meet my
criteria and which would also welcome foreign tenant. Let me say, that
seeing Kaz at work is quite something. He is professional, quick,
friendly and very cheerful and outgoing). He has a very flexible
schedule, an infinite amount of patience, and works very hard to help
you.

To cut long story short - we have found the property I liked, Kaz
helped me by taking care about talking to the management company and
then making sure that everything is in order. He also helped me to get
insurance for the apartment, setup utilities (electricity and gas,
etc.), and he had explained everything that was happening along the
way with great amount of details so that I was aware of what is going
on with the application and later the contract all the time.

My experience was absolutely delightful and I will be always grateful
to Kaz (and Hikari) for his help, and I would (and will) recommend Kaz
to anyone who is new to Tokyo and needs a hand when looking for a
property here.

Again, thank you Kaz for all the help! You are the best!

Joel from Swiss

"Finding an apartment in Japan is a nightmare. But with Kaz you wake up from it very fast. And if there is one fee that is worth paying in Japan, it's his. Having lived in the states for a long time helps a great deal in doing business with expats. He gets you instantly and doesn't waste time with unnecessary formalities. Kaz is fast, precise, professional and very outgoing. He is the type of guy that brings your keys to your company if you don't have time to pick them up yourself. He even sent letters to the ward office for me. Thanks a lot Kaz!"

Bonnie from China

I was introduced to Kaz san through a good friend. Indeed Kaz san is very professional and super kind! Based on my preference, he found a great apartment for me. I would be very happy to recommend my friends to him. Additionally, I would continue to use his good service in the future!

 Kaz san, thank you very much for your great help and the book!  I've bought it and will read it through!!!

Ivan from UK

Kaz has been very professional and provided me with great help in finding an apartment upon my relocation to Tokyo.  He is very prompt in replying to emails and following up with requests.  Not only is Kaz very efficient, but also extremely effective.  He is very organized and able to give good advices around selection criteria.  He also helped me a lot in the set-up of internet and utilities.  Overall, I would recommend him to anyone who is new to Tokyo.

Steve from the UK

Professional and expedite service with a smile.. For my family, Kaz and his team at Hikarihome went the extra mile. Thank you so much!

Phillip from US

"Kaz is incredibly professional and friendly!  He listens to your needs to make finding the right apartment stress-free and surprisingly fun.  Even after living in Japan for 6 years, I had trouble with realtors that wouldn't rent to foreigners.  Kaz was sympathetic to my situation, and he worked hard to find the perfect apartment without any of the hassle.  I can't recommend Kaz enough.  Thank you so much!!"

Tom from UK

‘I strongly recommend Kaz and Hikari Homes. Kaz is bilingual and bicultural and he is someone who ‘gets it’. I successfully found a new apartment recently through Kaz and working with him was smooth, easy and fun as he completely understood my requirements and he knows the market well. I will certainly work with Kaz again in the future if and when I need to find another place.’

Omar from America

"Working with Kaz was great. I have previously worked with other Japanese agents and working with Kaz was a lot easier.  Especially because there was really no language or culture gap. He understood what I was searching for and helped me get a place to live quickly and efficiently."

Rebecca from USA

"Kaz was so easy to work with that I can't imagine using anyone else for the rest of my time in Tokyo. He is very kind, organized, quick to reply to emails, and got me into a new apartment within one week! I felt very comfortable working with him and would recommend him to anyone. He has a lot of experience working with the foreign community in Tokyo and it shows. Thanks again, Kaz!"

SG from India

I rented an apartment in Tokyo through Hikari homes represented by  Kaz Harada san who was most helpful right from introductions to the signing of the apartment lease. Equally beneficial is the fact that all discussions and negotiations were done in English which Kaz san is very comfortable with. Make sure you get to see more than a few places before choosing the one. I strongly recommend the the services of Kaz Harada/Hikari homes for your apartment needs. Cheers SG

Aga from Poland

"I very much appreciate all support provided by Kaz while looking for my place. Given busyness in Tokyo, Kaz was very flexible and responsive to many changes regarding rescheduling our agendas. In addition, Kaz speaks very good English and offers his assistance after the agreement is signed. Highly recommended."

AC from Taiwan

“It was a smooth and efficient collaboration with Kaz in order to start my new life in Tokyo, he speaks very good English and has great sense of humor, last but not least, Kaz has provided a great list of options regarding to my criteria and helped to arrange a nice go-see schedule. Housing seeking has become carefree with him thanks to the great reliability he possess. Thumbs up.”

Oliver from UK

"For the second time, Kaz helped me find a great apartment in Tokyo within my target budget and ideal location. My wife and I are really happy with our new place, which is a brand new apartment for a very reasonable price. Kaz even helped us get a good deal with a moving company and sort out opening / closing our utilities. I whole heartedly recommend Kaz and Hikari Homes."

Cal from UK

"Kaz was fantastic, not only did he find me a great apartment in the exact location I wanted (negotiating the rent and key money down), but was also great company while viewing places - ask him about his time in Mexico!"

Brandon from Hawaii

My experience with Kaz was very positive. Before meeting him at the Hikari Homes office, we exchanged several e-mails, and he was prompt and efficient with replying. After meeting Kaz, he remained very professional, while also being friendly in all of our conversations. I would definitely recommend Kaz to any foreigners in Japan who are in need of assistance with finding a place to live.

Rahul from USA

Kaz has been a great help finding my first apartment in Japan and now this second one. He found me a few apts that matched my area and criteria and price range, and got me my first choice apt quickly after helping me decide my top criteria. Made the process a lot less stressful by taking care of utilities, etc. I've recommended him to a few friends and would definitely recommend him to others looking for apts in Tokyo. Thanks Kaz!

Matt from USA

Kaz-san was a huge help when my family and I were moving to Tokyo. I told him my basic requirements, and he hit the nail on the head immediately. No wasted time. He also went the extra-mile for me on several occasions after submitting my application. I couldn't have done it without his help. I would recommend him to everyone, and I'll certainly be using him again if I need to move in the next few year.

An from China

"Kaz-san put tons of efforts to help me find a very nice apartment. I newly relocated to Tokyo. Before I met him, I have no idea about the city and where to stay.  Kaz-san helped me explored various areas and visited a lot of places.  I feel amazed how quickly he helped source so many different options to meet my requriements.  He stood in my shoes to find the best place for me.  I really appreciate his help.  I am very happy of the experiences with Kaz-san and appreciate the services from Kaz-san and Hikari Home."

Tapio from Finland

We were looking for an apartment in Tokyo using couple of different agents but at the end Kaz-san was the one who was able to find an apartment that fit to all our needs. After finding the apartment he also helped with the utilities and other things so that our settling to our new home was fast and smooth. His great level of English guaranteed that our intercourse with him was easy. We would recommend him for anyone who is looking for an apartment in Tokyo.

Melissa from Colombia

Kaz was able to find the place that I was exactly looking for; all the requirements that I asked him for were all on spot. Even if is your first time getting first home or renting a place, he will take you through every step and explain you all you need to do." I really recommend him for your home/ apartment search.

Andres from USA

"Thanks to the help of Hikari home inc and Mr.Harada,

it has made our transition to Tokyo a smooth one.  With their support, our selection process for our new apartment was smooth, effecient, and very informative.

Hikari home is thorough and makes sure to cover every step along the way to help you find your home. This is a relationship I will keep for a long time to come."

Daniel from Sweden

Kaz was referred by a colleague of mine. It was said that he could get you, not just good deals on the property, but also that he moved very fast.

I had mighty high expectations seeing Kaz, and I can definitely vouch for him being all that was said about him. He is also very personable and pleasant to be around!

I feel very confident recommending Kaz and Hikarihome to anyone in need of an awesome Realtor.

Jia from China

"This is the first time I come to Japan and live in Japan. Kaz from Hikari Home help me a lot to find a nice apartment and negotiate good price for me. Not only the apartment, Kaz also help me on other stuffs such as internet, water and gas instrallation arrangemnt. That's really helpful for non-Japanese speaker like me. He is always helpful, accommodating, and willing to go out of his way to assist his clients patiently. I highly recommend Kaz to any non-Japanese speakers needing help in navigating the many options for living in Tokyo."

Thomas from France

What would be my life in Tokyo without Kaz-san?
Kaz-san not only "knows Tokyo" as expected with his job. He more importantly "knows people very well" and he is able to match customers' ideas and expectations into the tokyo area and find the most accurate place for them.
Thanks to him, one main part of the arrival in Tokyo has been very smooth.
Then, Tokyo is just offering to you.

Eric from the Philippines

"I would recommend Harada-san for all foreigners looking for an apartment in Tokyo.  I knew looking for a place to rent here in Tokyo would be very hard but he made it very easy.  From looking for it to actually living in it, he is always available and ready to help.  Thanks Harada-san!

Marianne from USA

Kaz Harada of Hikari Homes helped me enormously in my search for just the right apartment in Tokyo. We have worked together to find two different apartments, and in both instances Kaz was helpful in every step of the way. Kaz also found an unusual offer that was of benefit to me financially.  Kaz is very professional, yet very approachable and friendly. For non-Japanese speakers, he is a good choice with his thorough command of the English language as well as Japanese business practices.  Kaz prepares carefully for meetings, and he is always on time.  And while looking at places, he is willing to take whatever time is needed to look over everything.  Kaz is very flexible, a quality I inadvertently tested by bringing several friends to one of our meetings without previous notice. He handled the situation with grace, and I was relieved.  I highly recommend Kaz to anyone needing help in navigating the many options for living in Tokyo.

Marianne Wilson

Terry from Australia

"When I was looking for a small apartment in a nice area at a reasonable price, Kaz Harada was the most kind and understanding realtor I could have asked for. We were downsizing and down-walleting, and Kaz went to a lot of trouble to figure out the right answer at the right price. Thanks to Kaz, we were done and dusted in a couple of days - and then he followed through on guarantors, utilities, and all the myriad details."

John from Malta

"Kaz was very accommodating in meeting me on my first day in Tokyo, and
working to my very tight timeline. I was immediately explained the
processes for renting in Tokyo, and that same day shown a variety of
properties matching my criteria.

I found the process was efficient, and thankfully any issues were
anticipated and streamlined beforehand. I would be happy to recommend
Hikari Home and Kaz for anyone looking to rent in Tokyo; from my first
phone call they were reassuring and accommodating."