It is estimated that there are currently around 150,000 Japanese last names used in Japan today. A list of the top 100 surnames comprise almost one third the population: Common Japanese Surnames
Zoning, the regulation of the use of real property by local government, restricts a particular territory to residential, commercial, industrial, or other uses. The local governing body considers the character of the property as well as its fitness for particular uses.
The purpose of rent control regulations is to limit how much money individuals and businesses must spend on renting real property. The amount of rent permitted may vary across jurisdictions and property types, but is generally set at a level considered affordable to renters and fair to property owners.