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TRUNK(HOTEL) SAPPORO sets its opening for 17 September 2027 — TRUNK(HOTEL) SAPPORO
NEW OPENING

TRUNK(HOTEL) SAPPORO

TRUNK(HOTEL) SAPPORO sets its opening for 17 September 2027

TRUNK announced a 107-room opening in Sapporo's Odori district. Plans include 18 suites, the brand's first spa, a sushi restaurant and all-day dining.

Hotel Chourakukan adds triple occupancy across its six rooms — ホテル長楽館
ROOMS & SUITES

ホテル長楽館

Hotel Chourakukan adds triple occupancy across its six rooms

The six-room boutique hotel in Higashiyama, Kyoto, has introduced extra beds for three guests per room. It is also selling an official two-night package through 30 September 2026.

Awajishima SUION announces an October opening with four private villas — 淡路島 翠音-SUION-
NEW OPENING

淡路島 翠音-SUION-

Awajishima SUION announces an October opening with four private villas

The operating partner announced four villas in Goshiki, Sumoto, Hyogo. Each will have a dog run of more than 300 sqm, an in-room onsen and a private pool, with saunas in two villas.

Atami Pearl Star Hotel announces a grape afternoon tea for its fourth anniversary — 熱海パールスターホテル
DINING

熱海パールスターホテル

Atami Pearl Star Hotel announces a grape afternoon tea for its fourth anniversary

The operator announced a limited menu featuring Shine Muscat and Kyoho grapes. It will run from 1 September to 18 October at ¥5,500 per person, including tax and excluding service charge.

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO announces exclusive treatments by MIKIMOTO BEAUTY — HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO
WELLNESS

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO announces exclusive treatments by MIKIMOTO BEAUTY

The hotel announced five spa treatments using MIKIMOTO BEAUTY products and dedicated methods. Reservations are scheduled to open on 1 September, with treatments available from 1 October.

KAI Matsumoto details its full-property renovation — 界 松本
RENOVATION

界 松本

KAI Matsumoto details its full-property renovation

Hoshino Resorts announced a one-room suite with an open-air bath and sauna, a Shinshu wine bar, and a revised dinner programme for the 4 August reopening.

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO unveils a Kyotamba autumn afternoon tea — HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO
EXPERIENCE

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO unveils a Kyotamba autumn afternoon tea

A limited seasonal menu created with Kyotamba Town highlights chestnuts and the region's autumn produce. Dates and booking terms remain on the official release.

HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE sets its opening for 15 December — HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE
NEW OPENING

HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE

HOTEL THE MITSUI HAKONE sets its opening for 15 December

The 126-room retreat is planned for a 135,500 sqm site in Kowakudani, with natural onsen water supplied to every guest room.

Hoshino Resorts announces a new Gora, Hakone property for 2028 — 星野リゾート
DEVELOPMENT

星野リゾート

Hoshino Resorts announces a new Gora, Hakone property for 2028

The company has disclosed a new project in Gora Onsen. ONDO will track the name, room mix and reservation opening only through subsequent primary sources.

HOSHINOYA Nara Prison opens inside a landmark heritage setting — 星のや奈良監獄
NEW OPENING

星のや奈良監獄

HOSHINOYA Nara Prison opens inside a landmark heritage setting

A new HOSHINOYA has opened within the former Nara Prison. Future coverage will follow official information on conservation and the guest experience.

YOKI MATSUSHIMA prepares an August opening with onsen in every room — YOKI MATSUSHIMA
NEW OPENING

YOKI MATSUSHIMA

YOKI MATSUSHIMA prepares an August opening with onsen in every room

The Matsushima property is planned as a slow-luxury hotel with ocean views and onsen in every room. The final opening date and sales terms remain under review.

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto opens in Gion — 帝国ホテル 京都
NEW OPENING

帝国ホテル 京都

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto opens in Gion

The 55-room hotel has opened while carrying forward the history of Yasaka Hall. Its room mix and cultural programme are documented in the official release.

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