We re-landscaped so it had a private entrance and yard, and finished the kitchen and had it permitted as an ADU.

Even then some things don't always fit and you have to come up with a work around.Hire a separate landscaper to finish it all up for better curb appeal**all in all was very happy with outcome & quality** Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

But when that comes to a reckoning, without doubt it will be something that changes the very landscape of the country and world. 

Tenant shall properly use, operate and safeguard Premises, including if applicable, and landscaping, furniture, furnishings and appliances, and all mechanical, electrical, gas and plumbing fixtures, and smoke alarms, and keep them and the Premises clean, sanitary and well ventilated.F.

Then go price your labor plumbing electric, roof, finish outs, and landscaping.     

Established neighborhoods often come with more mature landscaping and amenities.

Thank you for the response, the renovations are minimal, (paint, drywall tape repair, landscaping).

R&M (Building R&M, turnover, grounds & landscaping): T12, break out any non-recurring capital expenses / renovations that current owner has baked in.

Junked it out, cleaned up landscaping, drywall repair, texture, paint, new interior doors and trim, new waterheater, new floors in kitchen. some new floors, countertops, new roof, painting cabinets.

I would be so grateful to connect with others who have experience with the rental landscape in Japan (whether Kanto, Kansai, Fukuoka, Sapporo, or elsewhere!).