From Personal Experience to Purpose.

Hi, I'm Tomo Kino. Having experienced firsthand the challenges of living abroad, I founded AtHearth with a mission to create what I wished existed during my own international journey - a warm, welcoming space in Tokyo where everyone truly belongs.

My understanding of genuine inclusion was shaped early. From living in US military base housing to spending formative years with diverse children at a special needs school in Akita, I learned that true belonging isn't just about access - it's about creating spaces where everyone feels safe and accepted.

During my exchange year in North Carolina, I faced the real challenges that come with being an international resident - from navigating cultural barriers to experiencing prejudice firsthand. Later, while managing energy trading projects at Mitsubishi Corporation in France, I witnessed how even accomplished professionals struggle to find acceptance in their new homes. Returning to Japan, I was struck by how our housing market wasn't ready to welcome international talent.

This inspired me to found AtHearth in 2015. We're more than just a real estate service - we're your trusted partner in navigating life in Tokyo, backed by partnerships with 42 major real estate companies and over ¥150M in funding.

Our promise: Live the life you want in Tokyo.

We're dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming space, like gathering around a hearth, where everyone can thrive and be themselves.

Tomonari Kino