Number overview
03-5909-1196 is reported as a sales call introducing itself as "Jingumae Properties Inc." and aggressively pushing real-estate sales.
Reported tactics
- The caller opens with, "We'd like to discuss the property you own"
- The caller aggressively pushes real-estate sales or appraisals
- Calls keep coming even after being declined
- The caller may have obtained owner contact details from real-estate registry information
How to handle this call
Refuse immediately
Say clearly, "I have no intention of selling," and hang up.
If calls keep coming
The Building Lots and Buildings Transaction Business Act prohibits re-soliciting someone who has refused. If they don't stop, you can report them to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
Where to report or get help
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism - Real Estate Division: 03-5253-8111
- Consumer Hotline: 188