Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto announces the appointment of Yasuhiro Toshida as its new Executive Chef. With more than 30 years of culinary experience spanning several renowned brands in Japan, Chef Toshida takes charge of the Hotel's diverse culinary operations, including EMBA KYOTO CHOPHOUSE, The Lounge & Bar, Fuju Lounge, Sushi Ginza Onodera and In-Room Dining.
Opening Q4 2025, Capella Kyoto stands as a masterpiece of cultural preservation through the collaborative genius of Kengo Kuma & Associates and Brewin Design Office. This intimate 89-key property in the historic Miyagawa-chō district exemplifies how bespoke luxury can honour traditional aesthetics. The design draws deeply from the neighbourhood's cultural heritage surrounding the Kenninji Temple, preserving the essence of traditional Higashiyama culture through careful attention to Zen Buddhism, wabi-sabi aesthetics, and classic architectural elements like tatami and Zen gardens. An inner courtyard - adjacent to the signature Capella Living Room - serves as a central point, creating an organic flow between public and private spaces.
Opening in Q2 2025, Patina Osaka represents a bold architectural statement through the collaborative vision of Jun Mitsui & Associates and Strickland. The 221-key property's design concept draws inspiration from water, embodying the essence of Japan's "City of Water" through contemporary interpretations of Japanese aesthetics. Situated opposite the historic Osaka Castle and adjacent to Naniwanomiya-ato Park, the property creates a dynamic dialogue between past and present. The dramatic arrival experience on the 20th floor offers sweeping castle views, while distinctive features like P72, the signature restaurant celebrating Japan's 72 micro-seasons, and The Listening Room by OJAS demonstrate how thoughtful design can enhance transformative luxury.
Collaboration will return ANA Crowne Plaza brand to Okinawa in 2025.
The fifth Hotel Indigo in Japan and the first Hotel Indigo branded hotel in Kyushu opens 13 December 2024.
Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd., Japan's longest-standing general real estate company, and The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to launch SEN/KA TOKYO by The Crest Collection in Tokyo, Japan. Slated to open in the second half of 2029 in the Yaesu district near Tokyo Station, the lodging property will mark the debut of Ascott's luxury brand The Crest Collection in Japan and become the 13th property in the brand's global portfolio. This partnership also marks the first collaboration between Tokyo Tatemono and Ascott.
On a remote island paradise in Okinawa, Rosewood Miyakojima will mark Rosewood Hotels & Resorts' first Japanese property, offering exceptional luxury amidst untouched nature. Opening on March 1, 2025, the resort has begun accepting reservations, inviting travelers to explore an unseen side of Japan while pioneering a new era of ultra-luxury hospitality on Miyakojima.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with JR Tokai Hotels Co., Ltd for Hotel NEI Nara in downtown Nara. Situated in the historic heart of the city, the luxury hotel will be at the entrance to Nara Park and overlook iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The property will be the first The Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel in western Japan, and third overall in Japan, joining Fuji Speedway Hotel in Shizuoka and Hotel Toranomon Hills in Tokyo. The project is a joint undertaking between Central Japan Railway Company, JR Tokai Real Estate Co., Ltd., and JR Tokai Hotels Co., Ltd.
SH Hotels & Resorts, the sustainable hotel brand management company founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is proud to unveil plans for 1 Hotel Tokyo. Set to open in 2025, 1 Hotel Tokyo represents a longstanding collaboration with Mori Trust, one of Japan's leading property developers. After years of planning, the two companies are creating a true 1 Hotels experience that's deeply rooted in nature and sustainability.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is proud to announce the signing of the iconic The Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa to its Vignette Collection brand – the second property in Japan for IHG’s newest luxury & lifestyle brand and first collection brand.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda, marking the brand's first Canopy in Asia Pacific outside of China. Located within one of Japan's most exciting urban centers, the hotel offers a thoughtfully curated, boutique stay, drawing inspiration from the vibrant energy and cultural heritage of Osaka. Whether for business or leisure, guests are invited to experience a modern and stylish stay rooted in the culture of the local area.
The new flagship hotel from YOTEL, YOTEL Tokyo Ginza, is set to welcome its first guests from 16 December 2024, marking the international brand's continued expansion in Asia.
Marking The Debut Of The Four Points Flex Brand In Asia Pacific, This Opening Underscores The Company's Strategic Growth In The Affordable Midscale Segment
Leading global real estate company Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd., and Mitsui Fudosan Resort Management Co., Ltd. will open HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE in Hakone, Japan (Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture) in 2026. The new, 126-room property will be located in Hakone's premier hot spring resort area on more than 33 acres within the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan (IHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kiyohito Iimuma as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Japan.
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, has announced a landmark signing to introduce its flagship premium brand, Pullman, to the heart of Tokyo's upscale Ginza district. The signing of Pullman Tokyo Ginza further enhances Accor's premium offerings in the country. The hotel is set to open in late 2027, offering a blend of modern comfort, immersive design, and pioneering experiences tailored to both business and leisure travellers.
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) the premier vacation ownership and experiences company, today announced it has purchased the Citadines Kyoto Karasuma-Gojo in Kyoto, Japan. This will be the company’s first property in Kyoto and its third property in Japan.
CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) has divested Citadines Karasuma-Gojo Kyoto in Japan to an unrelated third party for about JPY6.18 billion (S$53.1 million).
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today proudly celebrates the 60th diamond anniversary of its entry into Japan – and reveals its commitment to further growth.
Leading diversified professional services and investment management firm Colliers has announced the establishment of a new service offering in its growing Japan business.