Fred H. Takahashi

Professional Experience

Fred has been successful in winning and completing major advisory and transaction projects, and has been awarded the CBRE Asia Circle of Excellence, Office Services for the past two consecutive years.

His wide ranging experience covers commercial real estate’s full spectrum, such as tenant representation, landlord leasing, investment acquisition, strategic dispositions, building development, asset management and property management.

Prior to joining CBRE, Fred held the position of Deputy General Manager at Sumitomo Realty, Japan’s leading real estate investment and development company and core member of the Sumitomo Group. Fred’s responsibilities included leasing and management of 200+ properties within Sumitomo‘s portfolio. His tenure at Sumitomo span for 19 years, as he was the main interface for Multi National and Japanese corporations, to lead lease negotiations for Sumitomo’s premium office developments. His success at Sumitomo is evidenced by his eight-time Presidential Award.

Fred was raised in Orange County, California, and at the age of 18 returned to Tokyo to study business at Keio University. Fred’s multi-national background, bilingual capabilities, and extensive real estate experience enables him to lead major transactions on behalf of high profile Multi National clients.​

Credentials

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS / ACCREDITATIONS

• Real Estate Transaction License - Japan
• Certified Building Administrator
• Member of American Chamber of Commerce (ACCJ)

EDUCATION

• BA (Business), Keio University, Tokyo
• Estancia High School, Costa Mesa, California

Clients