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Simon Robinson

Co-Founder & Non-Executive Chairman English

Two-decade-long resident pioneer of the earliest foreign real estate investments, developments, and revitalization of 2 of Hokkaido's most internationally renowned and succesful resorts, assisting over 200 owners across 220+ completed projects and the local communities.

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Michael Chen

Co-Founder & CEO English, Mandarin

Developer of award-winning Hakuchōzan & HakuVillas. Former senior executive at Crown Resorts, Caesars Entertainment and McKinsey & Company. Over 20 years elevating the customer experience and bringing world-class standards to lifestyle real estate.

Paul Butkovich

Paul Butkovich

Managing Director, Hokkaido English, Japanese

Distinguished 15-year local expertise in the vibrant Niseko and Furano markets. Pioneering expertise for investments, end-to-end development and management for real estate in Hokkaido, preciding over 800+ investments and development.

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Sunny Chen

Managing Director, Head of Tokyo Office Japanese, Mandarin, English

Sunny brings over a decade of experience in private and investment banking, specializing in wealth management for high-net-worth clients. With expertise of the Tokyo market, she advises global investors on real estate, asset growth, and diversification.

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Ryo Kashita

Domestic Business Development and Sales Manager Japanese, English

Born and bred Hokkaido native with extensive experience leading hospitality sales, commercial real estate sales and development with prominent domestic and global brands. Trusted voice and bridge to the local communities.

Andy Tan

Andy Tan

Manager, Real Estate English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay

A results-driven generalist with 10+ years of management experience across operations, finance, HR, and sales & marketing. A long-standing Niseko specialist with a focus on real estate.

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Alvin Yow

Sales Operations & Revenue Strategy Manager English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Indonesian, Malay

Experienced global operations and revenue manager driving the framework to analyze market trends, assess property performance, mitigate risks and capitalize on emerging opportunities for H2 Christie's clients.

Scott Tovey

Scott Tovey

Real Estate Sales Manager English, Japanese

Resident of nearly two decades and pioneer in international real estate investment in Furano. Brings deep local insight, extensive connections, and expertise across commercial, residential, and new development projects.

Keishi Nishimoto

Keishi Nishimoto

Branch Manager & Real Estate Licensee Japanese, English

Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist with extensive connections in Hokkaido and across Japan, trusted for his ability to navigate and build relationships.

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Kit Aw

Real Estate Advisor English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Multilingual real estate professional fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, specializing in seamless transactions for international clients. Known for expert guidance of Mandarin-speaking buyers and sellers in diverse markets, with a strong focus on holiday homes and personalized service.

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Lilly Saithong

Real Estate Advisor Thai, English, Japanese

Advisor in Hokkaido's real estate sector, leveraging support in six languages, including Thai, Japanese, and Mandarin, to assist international investors in navigating Japan’s property market.

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John Simon

Real Estate Advisor English, Japanese

An industry veteran in Niseko, John was instrumental in the company that developed much of Hirafu. Trusted by locals and respected across the market, he brings deep experience and insight to every deal.

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Paul Morris

Senior Real Estate Advisor English

Trusted counsel to affluent individuals, family offices, and institutional funds, with a global network and experience spanning key financial hubs across Asia-Pacific. Executed Japan's first blockchain real estate transaction.

Rio Hu

Rio Hu

Senior Real Estate Advisor Japanese, English, Mandarin

Tokyo-based luxury property strategist with an MBA, legal expertise, and a successful prop-tech exit. Advises global HNWIs and institutional investors with data-driven insights and solutions rooted in Japanese culture. Tokyo native passionate about Noh, Kabuki, and Sumo.

Hiroyuki Narisawa

Hiroyuki Narisawa

Real Estate Licensee Japanese, English

Hokkaido native and Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist, specializing in development projects. with local expertise and insight into Hokkaido’s real estate landscape.

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Minako Niwatsukino

Real Estate Licensee Japanese, English

Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist with extensive experience, having overseen a remarkable number of transactions and complex deals across all property types.

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Sanae Terao

Real Estate Licensee Japanese, English

Niseko veteran and experienced owner liaison, renowned for employing in-depth knowledge of property ownership to guide clients through the sale and purchase process.

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Jane Ho

International Sales Operations Assistant English, Japanese, Mandarin, Malay, Cantonese

Niseko veteran with extensive experience in hospitality and property management, recognized for hands-on guidance throughout the sale and purchase process. Multilingual in English, Japanese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Bahasa, enabling seamless communication with a diverse international clientele.

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Chaowei Lu

Real Estate Advisor Japanese, Mandarin

For over a decade, Chaowei has advised clients on Japan’s prime property market, specializing in structuring and closing deals across land, offices, hotels, and multi-family assets to deliver market insight and strategic guidance, ensuring every transaction is successful.