— Why are leading Japanese companies developing real estate in the Philippines now? The companies behind these projects will directly address the questions and concerns of Japanese investors. —
GATES Inc. (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Yuji Sekino) will host the “Philippines Real Estate Forum 2026” on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at TOFROM YAESU TOWER 43F, located just a one-minute walk from the Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Station.
The forum will feature speakers from Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. and Marubeni Corporation, who will discuss the potential of the Philippine real estate market from the perspectives of investment, development, and local business operations.
►Philippines Real Estate Forum 2026
https://philippines-seminar.gatestokyo.co.jp/2026/
■Background
Amid the continued depreciation of the Japanese yen, a growing number of Japanese investors are considering diversifying a portion of their assets overseas. At the same time, many remain hesitant about investing in Philippine real estate due to concerns such as: “Is the Philippines safe?”, “Can I really trust it as an investment destination?”, and “Where should I begin?”
Against this backdrop, some of Japan’s leading companies have been expanding their involvement in residential real estate development in the Philippines.
Nomura Real Estate Development, together with Mitsukoshi Isetan and Federal Land, is involved in The Seasons Residences, while Marubeni is working with major Philippine developer DMCI on The Valeron Tower. These projects reflect the growing presence of Japanese quality, expertise, and development know-how in the Philippine real estate market.
The purpose of this forum is to provide Japanese investors with an opportunity to make informed decisions based on firsthand information. Representatives of major Japanese companies that have entered the Philippine market after careful consideration will explain the factors behind their decisions and share their perspectives on the market.
■Speakers and Presentation Topics
・GATES Inc. — Investment Perspective
“Why GATES Is Expanding into Overseas Real Estate”
・Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. — Development Perspective
“Why the Philippines? The Reasons Behind Our Focus on the Market Among Southeast Asian Countries”
・Marubeni Corporation — Local Business Perspective
“Why Marubeni, with Its Long-Standing Presence in the Philippines, Is Expanding into Real Estate Development”
■Event Overview
Event: Philippines Real Estate Forum 2026
Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
Venue: TOFROM YAESU TOWER 43F
1-6-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Access: 1-minute walk from the Yaesu Exit of JR Tokyo Station / 6-minute walk from Nihombashi Station
Admission: Free
Capacity: 200 participants
Organizer: GATES Inc.
■Special Benefits for Attendees
・Opportunities to speak directly with participating companies on the day of the event, as well as complimentary individual consultations after the forum
・Invitations to an exclusive real estate study tour in the Philippines for 45 selected participants
・JPY 3,000 Amazon Gift Card
The forum is open to those who are new to overseas real estate investment as well as those who are still in the early stages of considering a potential purchase.
■Registration & Inquiries Please register for the seminar via the links below:
Event Website URL
https://philippines-seminar.gatestokyo.co.jp/2026/
How to Register
・Web Registration: https://form.qubo.jp/philippines
・LINE Registration: https://lin.ee/TPVqy4y
►Press Inquiries
Public Relations, GATES Inc. TOFROM YAESU TOWER 43F, 1-6-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0028, Japan
Email: entry-philippines@gatestokyo.co.jp
■About GATES Inc.
GATES Inc. provides a range of real estate investment services, including one-stop real estate investment solutions, real estate crowdfunding, and overseas real estate investment services.
Under its vision of a “Real Asset Revolution,” GATES aims to create an environment in which investors around the world can access and invest in real assets, starting with relatively small amounts of capital.
Company Overview:
Head Office:
34F, Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Grand Tower
8-17-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
President & CEO: Yuji Sekino
Established: August 2011
Capital: JPY 100 million
Business Overview
■ TIK TAK — Renewable Energy Business
・TIK TAK — Matching platform for business sites with development rights
・LAND — System Batteries (Extra-High Voltage and High Voltage)
Wholesale distribution of development-rights land
Wholesale of sites with rights for data centers (from October)
・ASSET — System Batteries (Extra-High Voltage and High Voltage
Direct sales of completed (developed) battery storage projects
・FINANCE — Fund formation and fractional investment
・SOLAR — Solar power investment
■ OPEN GATES — Real Estate Investment Business
・OPEN GATES DIRECT — Off-market real estate platform
・Studio Apartment — Studio apartment investment
・Apartment — Whole apartment building investment
・Millionaire — Asset strategy services for high-net-worth individuals
・OPEN GATES FUNDING — Real estate crowdfunding
・OPEN GATES GLOBAL ASSET — Overseas real estate investment
Corporate Website: https://gatestokyo.co.jp/