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2026.05.29

Can Hokkaido’s Farmland and Forests Be Converted into Lodging Facilities? Possibilities and Regulations

Leave Your Minpaku Operation to the Experts 100% Free Online Consultation A growing number of people are considering converting Hokkaido farmland into lodging facilities. Glamping sites and farm stays that make the most of the region’s vast natural surroundings are attracting attention as business models fueled by growing inbound demand. However, the reality is that [...]Read More... from Can Hokkaido’s Farmland and Forests Be Converted into Lodging Facilities? Possibilities and Regulations

2026.05.22

All Posts Minpaku Law

How to Calculate the 180-Day Minpaku Limit and the Risks of Violating It

Leave your minpaku management to the experts Free Online Consultation One rule that no minpaku (private lodging) operator can avoid is the 180-day annual operating limit set out under the Private Lodging Business Act (the “minpaku law”). If you don’t correctly understand how the 180-day limit is calculated, you could unknowingly end up violating the [...]Read More... from How to Calculate the 180-Day Minpaku Limit and the Risks of Violating It

2026.04.30

All Posts Fire Safety

Permit Requirements for Simple Lodging Facilities (Structure, Hygiene, Fire Safety) and the Application Process in Hokkaido

Leave Your Minpaku Management to the Experts Free Online Consultation To start operating a “simple lodging” (kan’i shukusho) facility in Hokkaido, you must satisfy three key requirement categories—structural facilities, sanitation measures, and fire safety compliance—and complete the application process with your local public health center. In recent years, driven by growing inbound demand and rising [...]Read More... from Permit Requirements for Simple Lodging Facilities (Structure, Hygiene, Fire Safety) and the Application Process in Hokkaido

2026.04.27

All Posts Hokkaido

Contract Checklist to Review Before Hiring a Vacation Rental Management Company in Hokkaido

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to Us Completely Free Online Consultation Reviewing the Contract Is the Most Important Step Before Hiring a Vacation Rental Management Company When property owners hire a company to manage their vacation rental, it’s surprisingly common for them to sign the contract without fully reviewing its contents. In Hokkaido, inbound tourism [...]Read More... from Contract Checklist to Review Before Hiring a Vacation Rental Management Company in Hokkaido

2026.04.24

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Hidden Costs in Vacation Rental Management Contracts You Should Check Before Signing

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to Us Completely Free Online Consultation The True Nature of “Hidden Costs” Often Overlooked in Vacation Rental Management Contracts When signing a vacation rental management contract, many owners make their decision based solely on the quoted commission rate. However, once operations actually begin, fees buried in the fine print of [...]Read More... from Hidden Costs in Vacation Rental Management Contracts You Should Check Before Signing

2026.04.23

All Posts Health Centre Liaison

Navigating Health Department Requirements and Application Timelines for Ryokan Business Licenses in Furano

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to Us Completely Free Online Consultation The Basics You Need to Know to Obtain a Ryokan Business License in Furano To obtain a ryokan business license in Furano, you need to start with a preliminary consultation at the Furano Public Health Center (the Furano Branch of the Kamikawa Public Health [...]Read More... from Navigating Health Department Requirements and Application Timelines for Ryokan Business Licenses in Furano

2026.04.22

All Posts Hokkaido

How to Start a Ryokan Business in Asahikawa: License Application Process and Key Points

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to the Experts Completely Free Online Consultation If you’re considering applying for a ryokan (inn) business license in Asahikawa, you’re probably most concerned with understanding the exact procedure to follow and what requirements you’ll need to meet. A license under the Ryokan Business Act cannot be obtained unless you clear [...]Read More... from How to Start a Ryokan Business in Asahikawa: License Application Process and Key Points

2026.04.21

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Points to Note on Zoning Regulations and Public Health Center Procedures When Obtaining a Ryokan Business License in Otaru

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to Us Completely Free Online Consultation Obtaining a ryokan business license in Otaru requires confirming the applicable zoning district and completing the application procedures with the local health center. Among the many areas of Hokkaido, Otaru is known for its historic streetscapes and picturesque canal views, which draw tourists in [...]Read More... from Points to Note on Zoning Regulations and Public Health Center Procedures When Obtaining a Ryokan Business License in Otaru

2026.04.20

All Posts Health Centre Liaison

Process for Obtaining a Guesthouse (Simple Lodging) License in Sapporo and Tips for Dealing with the Health Center

Leave Your Minpaku Management to Us Completely Free Online Consultation More and more people are looking to obtain a ryokan business (hotel/inn business) permit in Sapporo so they can operate a minpaku or lodging facility as a “simple lodging” (kan’i shukusho). However, actually securing the permit requires clearing a series of steps in order—confirming the [...]Read More... from Process for Obtaining a Guesthouse (Simple Lodging) License in Sapporo and Tips for Dealing with the Health Center

2026.04.18

All Posts Hokkaido

Ryokan Business and Zoning Districts: Where You Can and Can’t Get a License in Hokkaido

Leave Your Vacation Rental Management to the Experts Free Online Consultation When you’re thinking about starting a ryokan business (licensed lodging operation) in Hokkaido, the very first thing you need to check is the “zoning district” (yoto chiiki). Zoning districts are land-use classifications established under the City Planning Act, and they represent an unavoidable requirement [...]Read More... from Ryokan Business and Zoning Districts: Where You Can and Can’t Get a License in Hokkaido

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Can Hokkaido’s Farmland and Forests Be Converted into Lodging Facilities? Possibilities and Regulations

How to Calculate the 180-Day Minpaku Limit and the Risks of Violating It

Permit Requirements for Simple Lodging Facilities (Structure, Hygiene, Fire Safety) and the Application Process in Hokkaido

Contract Checklist to Review Before Hiring a Vacation Rental Management Company in Hokkaido

Hidden Costs in Vacation Rental Management Contracts You Should Check Before Signing

Navigating Health Department Requirements and Application Timelines for Ryokan Business Licenses in Furano

How to Start a Ryokan Business in Asahikawa: License Application Process and Key Points

Points to Note on Zoning Regulations and Public Health Center Procedures When Obtaining a Ryokan Business License in Otaru

Process for Obtaining a Guesthouse (Simple Lodging) License in Sapporo and Tips for Dealing with the Health Center

Ryokan Business and Zoning Districts: Where You Can and Can’t Get a License in Hokkaido

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