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Club Med opens new Premium Resort, Kiroro Grand, in Japan

Located on the Northern Island of Hokkaido, the new Resort elevates the benchmark for premium, all-inclusive mountain holidays for families in Asia Pacific. Club Med, the pioneer of premium all-inclusive holiday experiences, proudly announced the official opening of Club Med Kiroro Grand. Nestled in the heart of Hokkaido's pristine Kiroro region, renowned for its record-breaking 21-metre snowfall and an extended 160-day winter, Club Med Kiroro Grand is poised to redefine Asia's alpine holiday experience.

Marriott Announces Opens 207-Key Nagasaki Marriott Hotel

Marriott Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Nagasaki Marriott Hotel, marking the flagship brand's debut in Kyushu, Japan's southernmost main island, and the ninth Marriott Hotel to open in the country. The new hotel brings the brand's rich legacy to Nagasaki, a destination with a fascinating blend of Japanese, Chinese and Dutch culture as the only port city open to foreign trade in 16th Century Japan.

Edition Launches Its Second Act In Tokyo With The Tokyo Edition, Ginza

On a tree-lined street in the heart of Ginza, a new Tokyo icon opens its doors. For the second act of EDITION in Tokyo, the brand and its creator Ian Schrager have once again joined forces with renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma on The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza, which is set to become the social nexus of Tokyo's most dazzling district. The launch follows three years after EDITION's first foray into Japan with The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon, which has emerged as one of the city's most sought-after addresses.

Aman Group to debut Janu branded Property in Tokyo

Aman, renowned for its high-end hotels and resorts, is set to introduce its new brand, Janu, with its first hotel opening in Tokyo in March 2024. Janu, which translates from Sanskrit as 'soul', aims to bring a fresh vibrancy to the hospitality sector. Already accepting reservations, the starting rate for a stay is over USD$1,300 per night.

Japan Hotel Performance Recovery Accelerated During Summer Months

Even though room rates remained flat in comparison with 2019 during the first half of the year, Japan posted elevated average daily rate (ADR) of JPY18,507.46 in July. That level was 126.9% of what was seen in the comparable month of 2019. Japan’s hotel occupancy is still yet to reach full recovery, with July’s 73.4% average coming in at 88.3% of the pre-pandemic comparable. When looking at daily data, the highest occupancy level was on Saturday, 15 July (at 89.2%), which was the first day of Marine Day, a three-day-long national holiday in Japan. That occupancy level was the highest in Japan since 15 December 2019.

Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara Opens Its Doors

The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara in one of Japan's most historic and scenic leisure destinations. The extraordinary property is nestled on the western edge of Nara Park and beautifully combines Japanese architecture with the lush greenery of a traditional Japanese temple garden, which forms part of the hotel grounds. The name "Shisui" was inspired by the purple trunks and green leaves or "Shikan Suiyou" of Nara's scenic vistas, cherished since ancient times. The hotel beautifully embodies the destination's history, culture and indigenous traditions, offering global explorers unique and authentic experiences of Nara.

Hotel Indigo opens new hotel in Tokyo’s Shibuya neighborhood near iconic Shibuya Crossing

Hotel Indigo, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' luxury & lifestyle collection, today announced the opening of its fourth property in Japan in the vibrant capital city of Tokyo. Together with Pan Pacific International Holdings Corporation, the neighbourhood-inspired Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya has opened its doors in one of Tokyo's most well-known areas near the iconic Shibuya Crossing.

Now Open: Japanese lifestyle hotel, The Royal Park Canvas - Fukuoka Nakasu

On Friday, 4th August 2023 Royal Park Hotels and Resorts Company, Ltd. opened its second hotel in Fukuoka (Kyushu). While located in the trendy Nakasu area with bustling street life, The Royal Park Canvas - Fukuoka Nakasu, is like a gateway to Kyushu's serene nature inviting to disconnect. The Nakasu district is a small island in the middle of the main river. A neon-lit and lively entertainment area of the city dotted with quirky local shops and traditional food stalls, it is popular with locals and visitors alike. In contrast, upon entering The Royal Park Canvas - Fukuoka Nakasu visitors will dive into an oasis of calm.

Dusit Expands in Japan with 147-Key Dusit Thani Kyoto

Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, will continue its expansion in Japan this September with the opening of Dusit Thani Kyoto, a new luxury hotel in the city's vibrant Hanganji Monzen-machi district, only 850 metres from major transportation hub Kyoto Station, which offers seamless travel connections throughout Kyoto and to the rest of Japan.

Hilton Expands Footprint in Japan

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has unveiled Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort, the first Hilton property on Miyako Island. Nestled approximately 300 kilometres southwest of the main Okinawa Island, Miyako Island has become a sought-after destination, known for its enchanting natural beauty and unique cultural experiences.