The resurgence of COVID-19 cases across Japan in winter season and the delay in mass inoculation process are likely to reduce the gains expected for the local economies during Tokyo Olympics, thereby delay the economic recovery of Japanese cities in 2021, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Charles Fisher makes the move from Orlando, USA to Tokyo, Japan as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi, poised to enter an exciting new phase of operations. Charles comes to his current role with more than 20 years of Four Seasons experience and an unwavering belief in the power of positive thinking. Combining expertise with enthusiasm, he is set to lead Tokyo's premier boutique hotel into the future. An "airline baby" whose father worked with British Airways, Charles enjoyed a nomadic childhood, moving homes every few years: Bahrain, Mexico City, Miami, Cairo and Beijing. After completing a four-year degree in hotel and restaurant management at Oxford Brookes University in the UK, he joined the front desk at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. "I graduated on Friday, joined Four Seasons the Monday after - and have never looked back since," he smiles. With a swiftly-progressing career in hotels, the travels continued. After London came a stint at The Pierre in New York (then a Four Seasons Hotel), followed by promotions that took Charles and his family to the West Indies, Thailand, Singapore and Hawaii. As Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Lanai, he played an instrumental role in the property's dramatic transformation, then spent the next few years at Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. To date, Charles has lived in 19 different locations around the world. Across continents, properties and teams, the key to his success has been a solution-focused approach, founded on the belief that every challenge, no matter how big, has a positive resolution. Along with its fair share of adventure, this lifestyle has also given him a "global citizen mindset," creating a deep appreciation for the cultural diversity that exists in our world. For Charles, mutual respect and care form the bedrock of any successful transition. When he's not at work, Charles loves to spend time with his family, be it playing sports with his daughters, cooking a meal together with his wife, or enjoying a day out in the countryside. Being an avid photographer, you might also find him cataloguing his collection of more than 94,000 photographs - or out and about in search of his next photo story.
Arriving from #4 among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2020, Daniel Calvert brings passion and precision to his new role as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi.
The newest venture of Royal Park Hotels and Resorts Company, Ltd. aims to connect travelers and locals in Kobe, a bustling city with sets of unique small shops and restaurants. Following recent launches in Osaka and Kyoto The Royal Park Canvas - Kobe Sannomiya is the group's first hotel in the Hyogo Prefecture further strengthening its presence in the Kansai area, on the West side of Japan.
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) today announced the expansion of its footprint in Japan with the debut of six of its hotel brands in the country in 2020. Newly introduced brands include AC Hotels by Marriott, Aloft Hotels, EDITION, JW Marriott, Fairfield by Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Reserve. With these additions and other openings during the year, the company will end 2020 with a total of 63 open properties in Japan represented across 18 brands.
Following the successful launch of the first Japanese EDITION hotel with The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon in late 2020 - the opening of the The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza will further entrench the brand's position as one of the most exciting lifestyle pioneers in Asia. Slated to open in fall 2021, The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza will be situated just of Chuo Street, one of the largest upscale entertainment and shopping destinations in the city. The newly constructed property will include 78 guestrooms and suites, three incredible food and beverage destinations including rooftop bar, together with meeting studio and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
Marriott has opened the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotel in Japan, the fifth Ritz-Carlton Reserve anywhere in the world.
Hilton Garden Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma is set to open in 2022, offering better and brighter stays to both leisure and business travelers in Kyoto.
Adrian Zecha and Japanese hospitality group Naru Developments announce the launch of Azumi Setoda, the first opening of their new brand Azumi. The property will be ready to welcome guests from 1 March 2021.
The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandro Gamba as Executive Chef of the iconic luxury hotel.
Takuya Kishi makes the move from Tokyo to Kyoto as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, now entering its fourth year of operations as the premier urban resort in Japan.
Accor has doubled its portfolio of MGallery hotels in Japan, with the opening of the Kyoto Yura Hotel Nijo Jo Bettei MGallery, the second in the country.
Accor has expanded its portfolio of hotels in Japan, with the opening of the 284-room ibis Styles Nagoya.
Four months after opening Far East Village Hotel Ariake - Far East Hospitality's first venture into Japan, the company is expanding further with a management contract for a second Village property in Yokohama. Far East Village Hotel Yokohama is set to open in the second quarter of 2021. The 277-key property will be managed by Far East Hospitality under a HMA with Far East Organization.
A groundbreaking ceremony for the Four Seasons Resort and Private Residences Okinawa ("Four Seasons Okinawa") was held at the project site in Onna Village on 28 October 2020.
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO offers an extraordinary gateway to Japan's rich culture and remarkable history while highlighting a traditional Japanese onsen experience.
Christian R. Baudat has been appointed General Manager of the newly opened Oakwood Suites Yokohama, in addition to his role as Director of Operations for Japan and South Korea.
Oakwood, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mapletree Investments, has expanded its portfolio of serviced apartments in Japan with the opening of the Oakwood Suites Yokohama, the group's 12th property in the country.
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Yasuda Real Estate Co., Ltd., a community-focused property developer based in Tokyo, to operate the luxury Dusit Thani Kyoto - its first Dusit-branded hotel in Japan.
As entry restrictions for international travelers in Japan remain in place, new trends in hotel performance have emerged. Recent data suggests a distinct preference for regional destinations, helped in part by the Japanese government's "Go to Travel" campaign to promote domestic travel and help boost local businesses. But while regional markets are leading the recovery in the country, levels remain well below pre-pandemic levels with full recovery not expected for years.