Jomyoji Terrace interior, generated from actual property photos

Launch your propertyImprove daily operations

Bookings, pricing, cleaning and guest communicationSupport before opening and after operations begin

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YOUR CHALLENGES

Are any of these familiar?

01

I want to start a vacation rental but do not know where to begin.

02

Bookings are flat, and lowering prices seems like the only option.

03

I want to improve my Airbnb and Booking.com photos and pricing.

04

Cleaning quality and staff training depend on particular individuals.

05

Guest messages, reports and information sharing take too much time.

06

I want to use AI but do not know where it fits into daily work.

OUR SERVICES

Services

Listings, pricing, cleaning, guest communication and AI.
You can ask us about just one part of your operations.

Discussion about improving a hospitality business
Consultation about vacation rental operations

POINT 01

Vacation Rental and Hospitality
Consulting

We review listings, photos, prices and booking terms, then develop specific improvements your team can put into practice.

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Operations review image based on a Jomyoji Terrace photograph

POINT 02

Operating Procedures and
Team Structure

We organize guest communication, staff coordination and cleaning handovers so the work does not fall on one person.

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Team member cleaning a guest room

POINT 03

Cleaning and
Team Building

We work on cleaning standards, photo checks, checklists, hiring and training to maintain consistent quality.

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Reviewing accommodation operating data

POINT 04

AI and
Operational Improvements

We bring AI into everyday tasks such as drafting messages, multilingual replies, job postings and manuals.

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Services, coverage areas and contract terms vary by project. Work requiring legal registration is provided only within our registered and contracted scope.

PRICING

Pricing

Please contact us for pricing.

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WHY LIME WORKS

What sets Lime Works apart

01

Procedures built around daily work

We start with the work happening on site, from choosing listing photos and planning cleaning routes to writing guest instructions.

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Decisions informed by data

We review booking patterns and pricing trends before deciding what to change.

03

Attention to practical details

We look beyond the overall sales approach to details such as check-in wording and the placement of amenities.

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Support through implementation

Our work does not end with a proposal. We revisit settings in light of bookings and guest reviews.

FIELD NOTES

Checking procedures that prevent cleaning issues

Checking cleaning quality in a guest room

When a new team member joins, two people check the finished room. They share anything they notice on the spot and carry it into the next clean. The checking itself should not fall to one person.

Preventing mistakes takes more than individual vigilance. We put steps such as double-checking into the routine, drawing on what we have learned from on-site operations and support.

OUR TRACK RECORD

Lime Works in numbers

17 consecutive quarters as an Airbnb Superhost, 76 sales on Coconala and five consecutive Booking.com awards. We operate four properties and support selected work at six more.

Airbnb

17quarters

Consecutive Superhost recognition As stated in Airbnb’s April 7, 2026 notice. Operations began in December 2021; Superhost status has continued since the first recognition.

Coconala Vacation Rental Consulting

76sales

Completed sales 58 reviews / 4.9 out of 5

Booking.com

5years

Consecutive Traveller Review Awards Kamakura Jomyoji Terrace / rated 9.5

Kamakura and Hayama area

4properties+6properties

Full operations + selected services Full operations at four properties / selected services at six

Figures as of August 23, 2026. The 17-quarter Airbnb figure follows its April 7, 2026 notice. Coconala, Airbnb and Booking.com results include the founder’s work before Lime Works was incorporated.

CASE STUDIES

Case studies

Considering improvements for individual properties
Property featured in the launch case study

Case 01 / Launch support

Case 1: Launch support for a first-time host

We helped with the listing, initial pricing and preparations to welcome the first guest, step by step.

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Analyzing nightly rates and profitability

Case 02 / Growth support

Case 2: Improving average daily rate (ADR)

We reviewed pricing, occupancy and guest reviews to plan gradual rate improvements while maintaining strong ratings.

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Consultation about hospitality operations

Case 03 / Operating decisions

Case 3: Clearer criteria for everyday decisions

We clarified pricing and guest-service criteria so the owner could make day-to-day decisions with confidence.

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From preparation to the first guest

Case 1: Creating a listing and preparing for the first guest

Challenge
The owner was unsure how to sequence the launch, create the listing, set prices and respond to guests.
Assessment
The priority was not a lack of information but the absence of a clear order for decisions.
What we did
We helped select listing copy and photos, set initial rates and draft sample guest messages.
Observed outcome
According to the owner’s review, the listing went live during the consultation and they welcomed their first guest.

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Improving returns after operations stabilized

Case 2: Gradual rate adjustments to improve ADR and revenue

Challenge
After operations settled, the owner wanted to improve rates and profitability.
Assessment
We reviewed bookings, rates, reviews and demand, then planned gradual price changes while watching occupancy.
What we did
We set out steps for improving ADR, adjusting rates and recognizing changes in demand.
Observed outcome
The owner gained Airbnb Superhost status after the engagement and has continued to consult us.

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Criteria for operating decisions

Case 3: Deciding on pricing, bookings and guest responses

Challenge
A new host felt uncertain each time a problem arose and worried about future decisions.
Assessment
Beyond answering individual questions, the owner needed criteria for changing prices and responding to guests independently.
What we did
We explained the reasoning and specific criteria behind pricing, booking strategy and guest communication.
Observed outcome
In their review, the owner said they gained the confidence to operate within about two months. They also returned for further advice.

Cases include work completed by the founder, sometimes before Lime Works was incorporated.

CLIENT VOICES

What clients say

Feedback from owners who consulted us about launching, bookings and operations.

Owner planning the next operational improvements
RU nVacation rental launch / first consultation
“I completed and published my listing and was able to welcome my first guest.”

Ongoing launch support / Excerpt from a public Coconala review

Minoru_FVacation rental owner / ongoing consultation
“After several discussions about operations, I wanted to consult on ADR improvements too.”

Multiple consultations / Excerpt from a public Coconala review

HotaruVacation rental operations / bookings and strategy
“We clarified the direction, and I saw a tangible result in new bookings.”

Operations consultation / Excerpt from a public Coconala review

HOW WE WORK

How we work

Five steps: discussion, analysis, proposal, implementation and review. You can ask for help with just one stage.

Hospitality improvement cycle
  1. STEP01

    Initial discussion

    Review current operations and goals

  2. STEP02

    Current-state analysis

    Identify areas for improvement

  3. STEP03

    Recommendations

    Agree on priorities and actions

  4. STEP04

    Implementation support

    Put agreed changes into daily procedures

  5. STEP05

    Review and refine

    Adjust based on bookings and reviews

Founder Seiji Uchishiba and his dog Lime
Seiji Uchishiba, Representative Director

MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

A message from our founder

Seiji Uchishiba, Representative Director

Lime Works is based in Kamakura, Kanagawa. We support the launch and improvement of vacation rentals and other accommodation.

We consider each property’s location and the owner’s intentions, then work together on launch preparation, bookings, cleaning and guest communication. We help put improvements into daily practice.

The company is named after the founder’s dog, Lime.

After opening, you can continue to consult us about pricing, cleaning and guest communication.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I get in touch before opening my rental?

Yes. Tell us about your plans and property, and we can discuss the preparations and support you may need.

Can you help with only one part of the operation?

Yes. You can ask about a specific issue, including listings, pricing, procedures, cleaning or AI.

How does the free consultation work?

You can send your inquiry by email at any time. We review messages in order; replies may take some time.

Which areas do you serve?

It depends on the work requested. Please tell us where your property is and what you need help with.

Can you guarantee more bookings or revenue?

Results depend on market conditions and the property, so we cannot guarantee a particular outcome. We review available data and make ongoing improvements.

Can you manage the entire rental operation?

Required registrations and contracts differ by service. Once we understand your needs, we will explain what we can provide.

CONTACT US

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Tell us what you need help with: preparing to open, bookings, cleaning or guest communication.

Please note that replies may take some time.

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