[Resident Survey Revealed] For Those Considering a New Property! Hear from Residents Who Chose to Be Among the First to Move In

In March 2027, a new social apartment complex, “ Neighbors Yokohama Tsurumi,” will open. Ahead of the opening, we have begun accepting reservations for a “Pre-Opening Tour.”

The pre-opening tour is a special event where we’ll first explain what life is like in a social apartment at one of our currently operating properties, followed by a guided tour of the construction site.

“I want to move in as an opening member!”
“I want to be the first to choose a room with great features!”
“I want to move in at a great price with a limited-time promotion!”

Many people with these thoughts are participating, and depending on the property, it may even reach full occupancy before the official opening.

On the other hand, while “being an opening resident” itself may be appealing, many people likely have concerns such as, “Will I regret committing before the property is finished?” “Will the space really turn out the way I imagine?” or “Will I be able to fit in well with the community?”

Therefore, in this article, based on survey results from residents who moved into “Neighbors Yoga ”—scheduled to open in February 2026—we’ll share their experiences from pre-completion viewings and their early days in the new complex.

[Reference]
What Is a Pre-Completion Open House? A Thorough Explanation with Past Examples
Report on the First Pre-Completion Open House at Neighbors Yoga

Discrepancies and Concerns Felt Before and After Moving In

It takes courage for anyone to decide to move in based on interior designs when the walls aren’t even up yet. How did the actual opening residents feel after experiencing the completed building and daily life there?

We asked those who attended the pre-completion open house and decided to apply on the spot about their thoughts before and after moving in.

Q. Were there any discrepancies between your initial impressions and expectations during the preview and the actual completed building or your experience after moving in?

At the time of the preview, the property was still far from complete. Staff members used renderings and floor plans to explain the “before” and “after” changes.

▲Scene from a pre-completion open house

It’s easy to feel anxious, wondering, “Will this empty construction site really become the luxurious space shown in the renderings…?” However, once it was completed, it seemed that most people felt it was “better than expected” or “exactly as imagined.”

Here’s a comparison between the renderings and the finished product at Neighbors Yoga.

▲The multipurpose room, one of the common areas at Neighbors Yoga

The image on the left is the rendering, and the one on the right is a photo taken upon completion. Every detail—from the curved steps to the cushioned wall panels—has been finished exactly as envisioned.

Q. What were you most anxious about before moving in? Did those concerns go away after you moved in?

According to the survey results, about half of the respondents cited concerns about interpersonal relationships, specifically wondering, “Will I be able to fit in with the community?”

However, when asked how those concerns changed after moving in, about 90% of respondents said, “Once I actually lived there, it turned out to be totally fine!”

On the other hand, the results also showed that about a quarter of residents said they “didn’t feel particularly anxious” to begin with.At pre-completion open houses, we hold talk sessions with current residents and explain the house rules at properties already in operation to help prospective residents visualize what life will be like after moving in. Additionally, many people who have previously lived in other social apartments apply with confidence, saying, “I feel secure knowing it’s managed by Global Agents.”

It seems that the majority of people found that neither their concerns about the space under construction nor their worries about settling into a new environment turned out to be major issues once they actually started living there.

There’s no need to put undue pressure on yourself. Things to keep in mind as you go about your daily life

In a new property, everyone starts out as “strangers.” You might worry that you’ll have to force yourself to be social or match everyone else’s energy level…

We asked the residents—who built the community from scratch as founding members—what they keep in mind in their daily lives.

Q. Is there anything you “make a point of doing” while living in a social apartment?

“I always make sure to say hello! Even with people I don’t see very often, I try to ask things like, ‘When are you coming home?’ or make small talk—that way, we end up getting to know each other a bit.” (Woman in her 20s)
“I try to go to the lounge every day. I make sure to say ‘Good morning,’ ‘I’m home,’ and ‘Welcome back’ properly.” (Man in his 20s)
“If another resident strikes up a conversation with me, I make a point of introducing myself during the conversation” (Woman in her 30s)
“I prioritize balance” (Woman in her 30s)
“I say hello when I see someone, and I eat meals in the lounge as much as possible” (Woman in her 20s)
“I don’t let my work or personal pace get disrupted, I don’t push myself too hard, and I enjoy my free time through conversation and other activities” (Man in his 30s)

Lifestyles, how often people use the lounge, and how they enjoy the community vary from person to person. There’s no need to feel pressured to “get everyone excited and liven things up.” You’ll find that simply exchanging basic greetings and being considerate of each other’s pace is enough to naturally create a comfortable atmosphere.

From “Nice to meet you” to becoming close friends

After moving in, how did you go from not even being able to match faces with names to becoming close with others? We asked residents to share the specific moments that served as the catalyst for those connections.

Q. Please tell us what sparked the deepening of your friendship with a resident you’re close with now, starting from that “nice to meet you” stage.

“We held weekly events right from the start to foster connections. A fair number of residents participated and got to know each other’s faces.” (Male, 20s)
“Going on a day camp in a camper van about two weeks after moving in.” (Male, 20s)
“Taking the time to talk one-on-one in the lounge!” (Female, 20s)
“When I brought tarot cards to the lounge, everyone showed interest, and that really helped me fit in. People around me said they got to know everyone else and had a lot of fun.” (Male in his 20s)
“Going for runs or grabbing lunch with my remote work colleagues.” (Female in her 20s)
“I was invited by other residents to go to karaoke with a group of about 10 people. I moved in a month late, and there was already a pretty lively community of several dozen people, but I’m not good at interacting with large groups right away. A group of about 10 was just the right size, so it really helped, and I was finally able to remember everyone’s names.” (Woman in her 30s)
“Going for a walk gave us a chance to talk about all sorts of things.” (Woman in her 30s)
“Right after I moved in, I often went to the lounge for drinks on weekday evenings, so I was able to socialize with people.” (Man in his 20s)

▲Courtesy of a resident: One of the weekly events we used to hold—the Pepper Lunch gathering

Sometimes conversations really heat up at parties, while other times, spending relaxed time in small groups helps people get closer. Especially during the initial move-in period, when many residents are looking to build new connections, the environment naturally lends itself to creating such opportunities.

Furthermore, when everyone moves in at the same time, residents spend the first one to two years with largely the same group of people, fostering a sense of unity unique to the opening phase.
It’s only been a few months since life began at Neighbors Yoga, and the excitement of building a community with their own hands looks set to continue.

[Neighbors Yokohama Tsurumi] Invitation to a Pre-Completion Open House

An opening move-in at a new building means everyone starts from the same starting line. It offers a sense of excitement slightly different from that of existing properties, along with the joy of nurturing a community with your own hands.

Reservations are now being accepted for the pre-completion open house at our upcoming property, “Neighbors Yokohama Tsurumi.”

This is your chance to start a new life this spring as one of the opening members. If you’re thinking, “I’d like to enjoy starting from scratch,” why not come to the preview event to experience the atmosphere and spaciousness of the space that’s about to take shape?

We look forward to seeing you all at the preview event.

▶ Click here for details and reservations for the “Neighbors Yokohama Tsurumi” pre-completion open house

(Planning & Text: Hashimoto; Photos: Courtesy of Residents)

*Survey Period: June 19–28, 2026 (26 responses, 50% response rate)