Our Team
Lifestyle Planning Department
Hirochika Fuji
Hirochika works so hard every day and every night that his boss says his work is “his only interest.” His poker face may make him seem unfriendly, but in reality he deals with customers in the most sincere way. He can’t refuse an invitation—and he’s kind of the office clown. He’s busy taking care of his beloved son on a daily basis.
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Koji Aoyama
With his ability to moderate between people drawing on his mild personality and superior verbal persuasion skills, Koji’s ability to conclude business discussions make him seem like the consummate hotel employee. He’s traveled extensively, which makes him somebody everyone can rely on during company trips. This father of two looks great in his white slacks!
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Kae Motokado Global Team
Having returned to Japan from Canada, Kae supports our global strategies with her excellent English skills. She’s also good at the computer, and she’s quick to finish the tasks assigned to her, while at the same time making critical recommendations for greater efficiency. In contrast to her feminine look, she’s quite a drinker, and she also loves snowboarding.
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Yuki Fujihara
Innocent smile is his charming point. The beloved character of the Lifestyle Planning Department is an expected ace with a qualification as a first-class architect. A hard worker who eagerly learns every bit of knowledge of real estate and Kyomachiya while making use of his experiences so far. Loves beer. His brisk character that never refuses a sudden drinking party invitation is also attractive.
Boa Zhang Global Team
When she laughs softly, the surroundings naturally smile. The healing character of the Life Planning Department is a talented lady who can master three languages! Friendly characters are also popular among foreign customers. A 24/7 skincare fanatic with fair skin all year round♪
Aya Kito Global Team
Aya who has a strong name but with peace and strong sense of curiosity in heart was born in Aichi prefecture. Having a study abroad experience in Australia, New Zealand and Norway, she is very good at speaking English. Sometimes her stupid cute actions lighten the atmosphere of office. Loves taking pictures.
Masanori Yanagiuchi
Gentle like a Bodhisattva with a heart of compassion that rejects no one. Love touring on a motorcycle. For that reason, the floor plans he devises tend to include some kind of bike-parking space. Recently, his motorcycle is meditating exclusively in the warehouse of his parents' house.
Hiroyasu Fukui
One of the youngest members of Hachise, who has the purity to push straight into his interests. Hiroyasu works one after another with the energy that he has cultivated in tennis, which he is good at, and the art of conversation brilliantly on any topic. Though weak in alcohol, he is the life and soul of drinking parties.
Yu Murata
Yu is considered a promising talent at Hachise because of his soft and polite tone, and also his Bodhisattva smile towards customers. Having an interest in leather goods especially in leather shoes which is neck-and-neck with his leader Koji. He is also interested in other thing such as bicycle and fishing.
Kubotera Tomohiko
A graduate of the university's graduate school of architecture, Tomohiko is a fresh graduate employee who joined Hachise. He loves building models, photography, and cars. With a sharp intellect and a penchant for glasses, he is a versatile player capable of catering to global clientele.
Property Management Department
Kota Takahashi
A rookie, Kota is an unusual personality known for seeking to expand his horizons by living in a number of different guest houses. He’s the manager of Hachise Share House. He’s the type that has endeared himself to you before you know it, and that’s how he’s made lots of friends. A laid-back personality, he’s also worked as a systems engineer according to himself!
Yumi Koyama
A sales representative of the PM department who has a friendly smile and a dedication to work. During property viewing and events, Yumi's energy and ability to take initiative are remarkable. It is said that her occasionally exploding natural airhead character has the destructive power to make every Hachise member collapsed to their knees...?
Kanae Tsuji
With her naturally funny personality, soft demeanor, and great smile, Kanae is the receptionist liked by everybody. She’s easygoing—and not easily rattled. She takes an active approach to work and is interested in a variety of different things. She loves cute Japanese-style accessories.
Yuki Konosu
Hachise's "best jeanist" who has a passion for denim. Fluent in English with vast experience studying and working abroad. Yuki is also a good speaker and has a charm that captures the hearts of customers. A bird-lover, perhaps because of her surname? (*The Kanji characters of "Konosu" also have the meaning of "a bird's nest" in Japanese)
Architectural Direction Department
Akio Suzuki
Akio, also a solid member of the maintenance team, possesses not only extensive experience but also ample knowledge. He’s better than any sales personnel in working with customers, and he’s an expert at charming them. He also excels at the computer, giving flawless internal presentations at the company.
Naoko Okada
Raising children and doing her job at the same time, this mother of two is Hachise’s first working mother. Also an interior coordinator, she’s always garnering information on new products. She does everything in an organized, well-planned way, yet her great appeal lies in the fact that she can be an office comedian without even trying!
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Toshikazu Kamata
Regardless of his appearance, his hands are dexterous and he enjoys repairing breakdowns at home; keeps training for maintenance even in private. His exaggerated reaction like a Japanese comedian shows his good personality. An active busy bee with many hobbies.
Riho Endo
With a unique background of 8 years as a carpenter, Riho gives the impression of being calm and easy-going at her own pace, contrary to the image of her former job. Although petite, she is not only good at her hands but is also adept at heavy lifting and working at heights. Moved from the Kanto region to Kyoto, where she lives with her black cat.
Corperate Planning Department (Financial & Administration Department)
Kou Yamaguchi
Kou, who is a finance and accounting officer with nice smile. After one year’s training in sales department, he is back to service management department. He is conducting market analysis with applying of his good marketing knowledge and sharp observation. Even he looks mature and gentleman, sometimes he exposes his other side which is friendly and cute with emoji.
Miyuki Mori
Heals the surroundings with a gentle demeanor and a tender smile at all times. While having a relaxed atmosphere, she is also an energetic doer, such as her experience of studying abroad and the decision to travel alone on a whirlwind trip. Loves taking pictures. Her favorite DSLR camera is essential for her outings.
Mayu Isamoto
Smiles like a sunflower blooming that melt everyone. Mayu's solid knowledge in coffee and customer service was gained from her previous working experience at a cafe. She also has a groovy artistic spirit that sometimes undertakes in-house illustration works. The multi-talented lady loves cats ♪
Haruka Aochi
Her nickname is Paru-chan. Staffs of Hachise have nothing but gratitude for her adaptability, keen eye for observation, and loving concern. Despite her small animal-like impression, she is a reliable accountant who can speak firmly about what she needs to express. As the head of Hachise's tea department, she is a good tea blender and makes delicious blended teas.
Media Design Department
Noriko Hirose
Noriko is extremely considerate of everybody and great at helping out. She takes on even challenging projects—and often suffers for it later. She seems like she would be quite the gutsy type—but she also has a delicate side. Feeling vulnerable to unseen forces, she’s got all kinds of items that are said to absorb electromagnetic waves. She’s the company’s second working mother.
Maki Matsuura
Maki is the camera girl for Hachise. If there’s something she wants to capture with her camera, she steps out in a flash—we should all be more like her—with her favorite, the Nikon D5000. To get the photos she wants, she’ll be up at 5 a.m. if need be! A highly curious personality, a lot of thing pique her interest.
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Yoko Kojima
In contrast to the many older-sister types that we have at the company, Yoko is more like the younger sister, moving along at her own pace—but accurately and carefully. She likes drinking and she’s fun at drinking parties, following along with senior employees. She gets happy when she drinks! Lately, she loves mountain climbing, too.
Yuka Hasegawa
The "writing machine" of the Media Design Department who finishes Hachise's blog articles at super speed while keeping a quiet, intelligent, and laid-back atmosphere. Always reacts with a cheerful smile ♪ She is a good listener who also handles external interviews. You will be totally unvealed when interviewed by her for sure.
Phyllis Choy
Born and raised in Hong Kong, she is in charge of Hachise's global website who handles Chinese, English, and Japanese. With the design sense of being in the fashion industry and the hospitality of a former hotel receptionist, she continues her mission to dispatch the latest information about Kyoto's lifestyle and Kyo-Machiyas to the world! A hard worker who has a passion in her heart while having a soft and fluffy atmosphere.
Haruna Kaji
A genuine web design expert. Those property pages full of creativity that drew you in may be the ones that she produced. As a tea drinker, which is rare in Hachise where many people like coffee, Haruna often has a liter pack of tea sitting on her desk.
Information Technology Department
Masato Ando
The one and only engineer-type guy in the company, and if there is a problem with anything from IT infrastructure to computer operation, he is the one to turn to. Everyday, his SOS extension rings with employees who are in trouble. On his days off, he is a father with two lovely daughters.
General Affairs & Accounting
Kazuya Matsumoto
With 20 years of experience as a salesperson, Kazuya is an all-around real estate expert. He possesses extensive knowledge of both rentals and buying/selling, and he’s got great insight on subjects such as taxes and inheritance. Many of our employees seek out his advice, and he gives it to them since he just can’t refuse helping other people. He’s involved in a large number of projects.
