our story

Over two decades, Craig Meikle and his team have built long-term relationships with high net worth individuals across Japan and abroad with residential, commercial and development interests. Those trusted relationships are built on both integrity and results.
Recently acquired by renowned Niseko agent Craig Meikle, Hakuba Real Estate is a iconic and established agency that has been serving The Hakuba Valley for the past two decades. Hakuba Real Estate focuses on the sale of all types of real estate throughout the Nagano and Myoko region. Craig and his team have all lived in Japan for well over 20 years and during this time have specialized in representing buyers across a wide selection of high end homes, condominiums, townhouses and land throughout the Japan resort markets.

Our long term goal is more than selling property. It is to build trust, a solid reputation and strong relationships. Craig’s priorities are simple. They mirror those of our clients, whether they are purchasers or vendors. The Hakuba Real Estate team deliver quality service, integrity and a thorough understanding of the Japan property market.

Discover how Hakuba Real Estate can guide you through your purchasing journey. We're all about offering supportive, expert advice every step of the way, making your property buying experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible.


Over two decades, Craig Meikle and his team have built long-term relationships with high net worth individuals across Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Japan and abroad with residential, commercial and development interests. Those trusted relationships are built on both integrity and results.

Delivering quality service, integrity and a thorough and deep understanding of Resort Property Markets. Hakuba Real Estate is a real estate company built around a community of local, like-minded professionals with one goal – to achieve the best results for our clients.

OUR FOUNDER

OUR FOUNDER

“Real Estate is a relationships business and my success is derived from the relationships I have created and nurtured 
over many years.”

Originally from New Zealand, Craig has spent 30 years in Japan, beginning his journey in Hakuba (The Valley) at Tsugaike where he enjoyed the early years riding Hakuba’s best lines. It was here he met Mik Baker, the founder of Hakuba Real Estate.

After spending time in Minakami and Tokyo, Craig settled in Niseko, where he has been a driving force in the real estate market for the past 17 years. His expertise spans residential property sales, development, development sales, and large land acquisitions. Craig has played a pivotal role in shaping Niseko into a world-class destination it is today.

At the heart of Craig’s achievements lies his innate ability to build and nurture relationships. His exceptional expertise, local Niseko and Hakuba market knowledge, and superior negotiation skills empower buyers and sellers to transact with confidence. People trust Craig, knowing that he genuinely has their best interests at heart, and the results speak for themselves. His name is synonymous with service, strategy, and premium results.

Craig has come full circle with the purchase of Hakuba Real Estate, a move that ties his journey back to where it began. He is excited about the opportunities and growth that the next 5–10 years will bring to the Hakuba Valley.

On a personal note, Craig has been married to Ruri from Tokyo for 20 years. Together, they have two children, both with successful ski racing backgrounds, including their eldest son, an Olympian skier.

OUR TEAM

Craig Meikle
+81 080-1869-5066
Rise Sumita
+81 090-6888-7616
Andrea Arai
+81 090-6888-7616

HAKUBA REAL ESTATE values are the
foundation for long term relationships

01
Collaboration
We honour our commitment to work together as a team to achieve the best  possible results for our clients and contribute to a positive team  culture.
02
Transparency
We  practice open and honest communication to uphold a standard of service  that engenders trust and supports long-term relationships.
03
Innovation
We  keep our finger firmly on the pulse of an ever-changing market to  ensure the rate of change within the business exceeds the industry  standard at all times.
04
Expertise
We commit to ongoing professional development, continually building our skills and knowledge base to deliver educated and informed advice.
05
Integrity
We consciously choose to take the high road in situations where ethics  come into question, promoting respect through honest, responsible and  truthful actions.
06
Community
We value the communities in which we live, work and play by contributing  in a positive way on a personal and professional level to create a better experience for all.

PROUDLY SERVING THE HAKUBA COMMUNITY

Giving back to the communities in which we live, work and play is integral to Craig's company ethos. Hakuba Real Estate moving forward will mirror Niseko Realty, providing a platform for our entire team to throw its collective weight behind a wide variety of causes close to our hearts, through sponsorship, donations, time and awareness.

We value the communities in which we live, work and play by contributing in a positive way on a personal and professional level to create a better experience for all.

Here at Hakuba Real Estate we believe we can contribute and make a real difference to real estate in the valley which is why we've brought together a fantastic group of professionals under one roof - to do exactly that.
TESTIMONIALS

“Even though I was far from hakuba, they were able to clearly explain all the important information, making it possible to settle the purchase from hong kong.”

EDDIE, HONG KONG
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TESTIMONIALS

“From Hong Kong, I was worried the distance would make things complicated, but their team provided detailed guidance every step of the way. ”

SAMUEL, HONG KONG
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TESTIMONIALS

“Even though I was far from hakuba, they were able to clearly explain all the important information, making it possible to settle the purchase from hong kong.”

LUCAS, HONG KONG
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TESTIMONIALS

Earlier this year I had a unique and large block of land in Misorano that I wanted to sell I was recommended Craig by a respected friend We met on site and I was instantly impressed by Craig’s approachable character and understanding of what I was looking for in the sale. After walking over the land together and me detailing all as I knew of the property I felt immediately comfortable in allowing craig to handle the sale. Via his already extensive data base In no time at all Craig had identified a potential buyer and had began negotiations for the purchase and sale of this property. Craig and his team were seamless in their handling of all required and the sale proceeded without a hitch ! In summary Craig and his team offered us an amazing service of professionalism and knowledge of the process of getting the best price for the seller but also making sure the buyer is satisfied and happy with the deal. I would recommend Hakuba Real Estate to any buyer or seller wanting the best agent to handle their property sale or acquisition in Hakuba. Mark Donaldson

Mark
,
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS

“Craig and the team are more than realtors. They understood what our vision was and were able to find us the perfect plot to realize the dream. It became clear to us that they are able to do this by having great rapport with an extensive network in Hakuba. Ask them anything and everything! We sure did!”

Zee
,
SINGAPORE
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TESTIMONIALS

“Even though I am not based in Hakuba, Craig and his team were able to clearly explain all the important information, making it possible to settle the purchase from Hong Kong efficiently and safely."

Mark
,
HONG KONG
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