About Hôtel & Lodge
“Hôtel & Lodge” is a prominent French travel and lifestyle magazine catering to a discerning, affluent readership. Established in 2018, the “Hôtel & Lodge Awards” annually selects 100 finalist hotels worldwide through a panel of judges comprising the magazine’s editors and esteemed architects. Exceptional hotels are then chosen across nine categories, including architecture, wellness, boutique hotels, chefs, design, lodges, prestige, resorts, and new openings. HOSHINOYA Bali’s first-place award in the wellness category specifically acknowledges the spa’s outstanding design, comfort, and treatment offerings, marking the first time a Hoshino Resorts property has received this prestigious accolade.

Hôtel & Lodge Awards 2025 Website: https://hoteletlodge.fr/awards/

HOSHINOYA Bali: Find Serenity in a Valley Spa
The spa pavilion is situated on the mid-slope, below the valley’s upper reaches where the villas, dining area, and pool are located. It’s a tranquil space that encourages deep relaxation, allowing guests to absorb the natural energy of the sacred Pakerisan River and the surrounding verdant foliage. HOSHINOYA’s original treatments blend ancient Balinese healing techniques to provide profound comfort and peaceful moments. Our body scrubs, wraps, and oils feature organic Jamu, rice powder, herbs, and other Indonesian botanicals, thoughtfully applied using traditional Balinese wisdom to revitalize both body and mind.Spa Treatment
Flower Bath

Sample Menu:
■ Balinese Traditional Boreh (90 minutes): IDR 2,227,500 (including tax and service charge)
■ Spicy Body Revitalizing (120 minutes): IDR 2,970,000 (including tax and service charge)

Wellness Plan: “Sanctuary of the Sacred Valley”
This immersive 5-day, 4-night wellness plan harmonizes ancient Indian wisdom with traditional Balinese Hindu healing practices. Through experiences that alternate between activity and rest, such as Melukat (purification bathing), yoga, spa treatments, and Balinese dance lessons, guests will naturally find their energy balanced, leading to a joyful “Archaic Smile.”
Price per person: IDR 19,360,000 (including tax and service charge)Melukat (Purification Bathing) at Tegenungan Waterfall

Balinese Dance Lesson

Comment from General Manager Ryuichi Karakawa
The entire team at HOSHINOYA Bali is deeply honored to receive the top recognition in the wellness category at the esteemed ‘Hôtel & Lodge Awards 2025.’ Ubud, Bali, with its lush tropical nature and profound spiritual culture, holds a global allure as an exceptional destination for holistic well-being. Since our opening in 2017, HOSHINOYA Bali has been dedicated to curating stays that foster our guests’ inner harmony through our distinctive spa, culinary offerings, and cultural immersions deeply connected to this land. We remain committed to providing extraordinary moments of mental and physical rejuvenation, alongside the captivating charm of Ubud, Bali. We sincerely anticipate welcoming guests from Japan and across the globe.

About HOSHINOYA Bali
HOSHINOYA Bali is a secluded, stay-type resort located in the outskirts of Ubud, the cultural and artistic heart of Bali, Indonesia. Situated above a valley where the sacred Pakerisan River, a river steeped in Balinese mythology, flows, the resort offers a space where guests can immerse themselves in Ubud’s dynamic nature and artistic culture. Features include gazebos seemingly floating in the jungle, a pool designed to mimic the river, a dining area with valley views, and villas adorned with traditional Balinese craftsmanship.Cafe GazeboGuest Room “Villa Soka”

Awards Received by HOSHINOYA Bali

2018
・Travel + Leisure “It List” Best New Hotels Around the World
・Condé Nast Traveler “Hot List” Best New Hotel Openings

2021
・Condé Nast Traveler “Gold List” Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia
・Condé Nast Traveler “Readers’ Choice Awards” Top 10 Resorts in Indonesia

2024
・Men’s Health “Travel Awards” Recovery Resorts

About HOSHINOYA Brand
Luxury hotel embodying the true characteristics of land, history, and culture
HOSHINOYA is an accommodation with distinct themes, conceptualized from each location’s land, history, and culture. Woven into these distinct themes is our attention to detail in every aspect from the design to hospitality; contributing to the creation of a one-of-a-kind world of HOSHINOYA. Enrich the heart with the epiphanies of travel through a unique stay experience.
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/brands/hoshinoya/

HOSHINOYA BaliView of HOSHINOYA Bali from the Jungle

Located on a valley overlooking the sacred Pakerisan River, mentioned in Balinese mythology, in the eastern part of Ubud, an area rich in Bali’s original, beautiful nature with lush tropical trees. Several villages are located in the vicinity, and our resort is designed to blend into the landscape as one of them. Based on the concept of “Encountering the Unknown Ubud,” guests can experience the daily lives of people who live according to Balinese Hindu teachings and the local culture of Ubud.

Location: Br. Pengembungan, Desa Pejeng Kangin, Kecamatan Tampaksiring, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia 80552
Phone: 050-3134-8091 (HOSHINOYA General Reservation)
Number of Rooms: 30 rooms
Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 12:00 PM
Price: From IDR 10,977,000 per night (per room, including tax and service charge, excluding meals)
Exchange rate as of May 2025: IDR 1 = JPY 0.0087
Access: Approximately 90 minutes by car from Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar)
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/hoshinoyabali/

Image: Outdoor hot spring and Yuagari lounge “Ishi-no-ma Room” of the “Hakone Gokochi (Hakone-esque) Room”

Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone, a hot spring inn with river views from all rooms nestled in Hakone Yumoto, will reopen on August 13, 2025. Reservations will begin on April 22, 2025. All rooms will be transformed into KAI Signature Rooms “Hakone Gokochi (Hakone-esque) Rooms,” and two exclusive “Hakone Gokochi Suites” exceeding 110 m² will also be introduced. The KAI brand’s signature hospitality, KAI Cultural Discovery, which allows guests to experience the local traditional culture, will newly feature an experience focused on Hakone Yosegi Zaiku (Hakone Marquetry), the intricate wooden inlay work of the region. Guests will have the opportunity to engage in a part of the creation process in a newly established KAI Cultural Discovery room, gaining insight into this authentic craftsmanship. Additionally, the Sawa-chaya Tea House will open in the courtyard, offering a relaxing space with seasonal treats. The inn will be reborn as a place where guests can fully enjoy the charm of Hakone while feeling its history, including its rich nature, traditional crafts, and the culture nurtured by travelers passing along the Tokaido Road, providing a true “Hakone Gokochi” experience (meaning the feeling of being at home in Hakone).

About Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone
Hakone Yumoto Onsen in Kanagawa Prefecture is known as the gateway to Hakone and is one of Japan’s leading hot spring areas with a history of 1200 years. It boasts numerous hot spring sources, each with different mineral compositions and health benefits. When the Tokaido Road connecting Yumoto to Hakone was established in the early Edo period (17th-19th centuries), Hakone grew into a post town, serving as a vital transportation hub. Later in this period, its abundant hot spring waters became a popular destination for travelers seeking overnight therapeutic baths (*1). Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone is located along the historic Hakone Highway, which once led to Hakone Pass, dating back to the Edo period. Situated facing the Sukumo River and surrounded by nature, it offers views of Mt. Yuzaka, the source of its natural hot springs. The concept of the inn is “A hot spring retreat offering the Hakone Gokochi (Hakone-esque) experience, immersed in the history of the Tokaido Road.”  Throughout the inn, the design and hospitality evoke the spirit of the travelers who once journeyed along this important route. By bathing in the historic and famous hot springs and being soothed by the changing seasons, while contemplating the travelers who contributed to Hakone’s development, guests will discover the deep history and traditions of Hakone during their stay.

*1 According to the Hakone Town official website.

Renewal Highlights of Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone

1. Guest Rooms

■ All Rooms to Become KAI Signature Rooms “”Hakone Gokochi (Hakone-esque) Rooms”
“KAI” offers KAI Signature Rooms where guests can experience the local culture. With this renewal, all rooms will become KAI Signature Rooms, designed to capture the essence of Hakone. The redesigned guest rooms newly incorporate artistic representations of travel items that past travelers would have used at inns, featured in the wall art and bed coverings.KAI Signature Room “Hakone Gokochi Room”View from the guest room

The walls of the living rooms feature artwork inspired by the “sandogasa” (a wide, cone-shaped hat worn by travelers) and “hikimawashi kappa” (a type of raincoat), essential items for those traveling long distances on foot to protect them from sun and rain. The bed coverings showcase an original design incorporating travel necessities like “waraji” (straw sandals) and “chochin” (paper lanterns) that travelers carried. All guest rooms offer views of Mt. Yuzaka and the clear Sukumo River, allowing guests to reflect on the journeys of past travelers while listening to the gentle sound of the river.Artwork featuring “sandogasa” and “hikimawashi kappa”

Bed covering with a design incorporating travel items

■ Luxurious Suite Room Exceeding 110 m² “Hakone Gokochi Suite”
The living area of this suite is divided into a desk space and a lower, sunken sofa area, providing different perspectives and distances from which to enjoy the scenery of Mt. Yuzaka. Guests can also enjoy the seasonal views from the Outdoor hot spring in the guest room, and adjacent to it is a Yuagari lounge called the “Ishi-no-ma Room,” complete with a small garden for unwinding after bathing. The suite includes two separate bedrooms and can accommodate up to four guests. By thoughtfully arranging the living spaces, it naturally encourages both shared time together and individual relaxation, making it ideal for family trips with adult children or parents, allowing adults to enjoy each other’s company while maintaining a comfortable sense of personal space.Living room of the “Hakone Gokochi Suite” (Image)Outdoor hot spring and Yuagari lounge “Ishi-no-ma Room” (Image)

2. KAI Cultural Discovery: Experiencing the Art of Hakone Marquetry in a Dedicated Workshop-like Space
Since its opening in 2012, Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone has collaborated with craftsmen from the “Tsuyuki Woodcraft” workshop, introducing guests to the history and origins of Hakone Yosegi Zaiku (Hakone Marquetry), the intricate wooden inlay work of the Hakone region. The new KAI Cultural Discovery will offer guests the chance to experience a part of the actual creation process of this beautiful craft. While learning about how raw wood is transformed into finished marquetry, guests will work with carefully assembled pieces of wood, called “seed wood,” which create various patterns. Using a traditional plane, they will shave thin layers from this “seed wood” to reveal the delicate designs. These shaved pieces can then be made into a photo frame to take home. This experience provides a firsthand understanding of how different types of wood are combined to create stunning patterned marquetry and offers a unique opportunity to witness the creation of this traditional art form.KAI Cultural Discovery room where guests can experience the marquetry process (Image)

Furthermore, the space dedicated to this activity is designed to resemble a craftsman’s workshop, with unprocessed logs used as wall decorations. A shop featuring Hakone marquetry works will be located next to the workshop, allowing guests to fully appreciate the origins and artistry of this local craft, from the raw materials to the finished pieces.Image of working with “seed wood”Thin layers are shaved from the “seed wood” to reveal the marquetry patterns.

3. Public Space: The “Sawa-chaya Tea House,” a Relaxing Hub for Guests
The “Sawa-chaya Tea House,” which will open in the courtyard, is a relaxing space inspired by the teahouses that once lined the Hakone Road, a historically challenging part of the Tokaido Road where travelers sought rest. The name “Sawa Chaya” has multiple meanings: “sawa” referring to the ravine of the Sukumo River where the inn is located, “sawasawa” representing the sound of trees swaying in the lush courtyard, and “sawa” (meaning “tea gathering”) representing the moments of conversation that naturally arise while enjoying tea. It embodies the desire for guests to strengthen their connections with loved ones, just as travelers once connected at teahouses. Upon arrival, staff will serve tea and Japanese sweets as hosts of the tea house, and after dinner, herbal tea and sake will be available. It is designed as a welcoming space that guests will want to visit repeatedly, whether for a moment of relaxation after bathing or a brief rest before departing.“Sawa-chaya Tea House” where guests can relax with tea (Image)

Facility Overview
Facility Name: Hoshino Resorts KAI Hakone
Location: 230 Yumoto Chaya, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
Phone: 050-3134-8092 (KAI Reservation Center)
Number of Rooms: 34
Room Types: Japanese-style room (for 2 guests) 6 rooms, Japanese-style room (for 4 guests) 11 rooms, Japanese-style room (for 5 guests) 5 rooms, Japanese-style room with a veranda overlooking the stream 1 room, Japanese-Western style room with a living room overlooking the clear stream 6 rooms, Western-style room with a Outdoor hot spring 2 rooms, Hakone Gokochi Suite 2 rooms, Dog-friendly room 1 room
Facilities: Lobby, Travel library, Shop, Dining Area, Courtyard, Sawa-chaya Tea House, Public hot spring baths (separate for men and women, each with one semi-open-air bath), Yuagari lounge, KAI Cultural Discovery room
Rates: From 38,000 JPY per person per night (for 2 guests sharing 1 room, including tax and service charges, with dinner and breakfast)
Access: 7 minutes by car from Hakone Yumoto Station on the Odakyu Line
Official Website: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/hotels/kaihakone/
Renewal Opening Date: August 13, 2025
Note: Details are subject to change.

Project Overview
Building Area: 1905.68 square meters
Total Floor Area: 5216.08 square meters
Site Area: 5452.09 square meters
Architectural Design Supervision: Sakakura Associates Architects and Engineers
Landscape Design Supervision: Kanade Design Office
Implementation Design: Yuki Ito Architects
Construction Start Date: September 9, 2024

About KAI
KAI is a brand of hot spring ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) with 23 properties across Japan, operated by Hoshino Resorts. With the concept “Authentic yet new,” it aims to provide hospitality that meets modern needs while preserving the beauty of the seasons, Japanese aesthetics, and traditions. A key feature is KAI Cultural Discovery, offering guests experiences of local traditional culture and crafts, as well as KAI Signature Rooms, guest rooms designed to reflect the unique culture of each region. In August 2025, “KAI Hakone” in Hakone Yumoto Onsen, Kanagawa Prefecture, will reopen, and “KAI Kusatsu” will newly open in Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma Prefecture in the spring of 2026.
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/brands/kai/

Background of the Launch
Japan is known as a country skilled in cultural tourism. While the market scale continues to grow annually, the inbound tourism market, which is attracting significant attention, sees approximately three-quarters of its activity concentrated in the major cities of Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hokkaido, and Fukuoka (*1). However, with 35 national parks (as of June 25, 2024) and a rich natural environment, it is crucial for Japan to strengthen “nature tourism” moving forward. In line with this, the Ministry of the Environment announced a project in 2016 initiating efforts to enhance facilities and services within national parks.

Furthermore, in the realm of “mountains,” a key aspect of nature tourism, Japan boasts a very rich history and culture, from unique mountain worship and enjoying the changing seasons to the modern leisure activity of “mountain climbing.” Japanese mountain huts are, in fact, already established as a type of accommodation in nature tourism, numbering as many as 361 (*2). As a first step, with the goal of improving the comfort of lodging functions in these mountain huts, Hoshino Resorts has decided to launch “LUCY,” a new brand specializing in “mountain tourism” within the broader category of nature tourism. We aim to make the mountains a destination for everyone.

*1 Source: Japan Tourism Agency, Accommodation Travel Statistics Survey (January 2025 Preliminary Report [2nd], February 2025 Preliminary Report [1st])
*2 Source: Ministry of the Environment, Final Report of the Study Group on the Ideal State of Mountain Environment Conservation in National Parks, etc. (FY2019)

LUCY’s Concept
With the desire to make mountain stays more accessible to a wider audience, LUCY aims to provide a “comfortable lodging experience” that has been considered difficult to achieve in mountain environments. To this end, the brand defines its facility category as “mountain hotels” and has established brand promises regarding functionality:

6 Promises for a Comfortable Mountain Getaway
1. Private rooms
2. Warm water bidet toilets
3. Shower & powder room
4. Nourishing meals with meat, fish, and eggs
5. Convenient shop for provisions inside the hotel
6. Unlimited charging & Wi-Fi

Mountains offer numerous unforgettable moments, such as ever-shifting landscape, unprecedented starry skies, and encounters with flora and fauna. With the goal of providing facilities and services that make these moments even more special and memorable as heart-stirring experiences, the brand concept has been set as a mountain hotel providing “peak comfort for peak adventures.”

Origin of the Brand Name “LUCY”
The brand name “LUCY” is inspired by Isabella Lucy Bird (1831 – 1904), the renowned 19th-century English explorer, writer, photographer, and naturalist who ventured through Japan. Bird landed in Japan in 1878, shortly after it ended its isolation policy and shifted towards opening its doors to the world. She is said to be the first Westerner to traverse Japan from Hokkaido to the Kansai region, starting from Tokyo. Her interest and curiosity in travel and Japan and spirit of venturing into the unknown resonate with our desire to become a catalyst for more people to embark on such new travel experience. Therefore, her middle name was chosen as the brand name.

About the Logo
The mark, which gently encloses a woman gazing at the mountains, expresses LUCY’s concept of supporting the heart-stirring experiences encountered in the mountains with comfort and hospitality.

Future Developments
As the first LUCY brand property, LUCY Ozehatomachi by Hoshino Resorts will open on September 1, 2025, at Hatomachi Pass, the entrance to Oze National Park located in Katashina Village, Gunma Prefecture. Future developments are planned in several other mountain tourism destinations, including the famous Tateyama area, Toyama Prefecture.

Nestled at Hatomachi Pass, the Entrance to Oze: “LUCY Ozehatomachi” (right) and “Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop” (left)

Hoshino Resorts’ new brand, “LUCY,” will launch its first property, LUCY Ozehatomachi, in Oze National Park, Gunma Prefecture, on September 1, 2025. Hotel reservations will begin on June　2, 2025. LUCY Ozehatomachi marks the debut of Hoshino Resorts’ exciting new mountain hotel brand, “LUCY,” with the concept: “A hotel where your ultimate Oze hike starts.” Situated at Hatomachi Pass, the very entrance to Oze, the hotel offers a perfect location for anyone looking to experience Oze hiking. Furthermore, the LUCY brand’s “6 Promises for a Comfortable Mountain Getaway” aim to make mountain stays comfortable and worry-free.

Concept: “A Hotel Where Your Ultimate Oze Hike Starts”
LUCY Ozehatomachi is located right at Hatomachi Pass, the easily accessible (even by bus!) gateway to the Oze area, making it an ideal spot for anyone wanting to fully immerse themselves in Oze National Park. This location serves as a basecamp, offering an excellent way to experience Oze through an overnight stay that allows exploration of everything this stunning area has to offer. Additionally, the LUCY brand’s “6 Promises for a Comfortable Mountain Getaway” are designed to alleviate the stress of mountain trips. Guests can recharge with pre-hike meals and a good night’s sleep, and maximize their Oze mountain experience with unique LUCY activities and offerings. On hiking days, leaving unnecessary gear at the hotel allows for a light and easy start, enabling even first-time hikers to fully enjoy the trails at their own pace.

LUCY: Your trusted mountain base
6 Promises for a Comfortable Mountain Getaway
1. Private rooms
2. Warm water bidet toilets
3. Shower & powder room
4. Nourishing meals with meat, fish, and eggs
5. Convenient shop for provisions inside the hotel
6. Unlimited charging & Wi-Fi

Four Reasons to Choose LUCY Ozehatomachi
1 Three Room Types to Fit Guest Needs
Recognizing the importance of private space and comfortable sleep for enjoying time in the mountains, LUCY Ozehatomachi offers three room types designed to suit different Oze visitors, from solo travelers to groups of up to four.

Dorm-style rooms provide ample private space even for single occupancyTwin rooms are perfect for friends or couples

Four-person rooms are ideal for families with young kids or groups who want to spend time together

2 Essential Dining Options for Mountain Stays
The main dinner feature is the “LUCY Tonjiru (pork miso soup),” a hearty and warming dish perfect for a cool mountain evening. It includes large cuts of flavorful vegetables and a generous　serving of pork along with soft tofu. Side dishes featuring fish, eggs, and local mountain ingredients, ensuring guests are well-fueled for their Oze hike. For breakfast, the 24-hour-open provision shop inside the hotel offers a variety of choices. The “Inari Sushi” (sweet bean curd sushi) with unique flavor twists is recommended. Guests will also find a wide selection of other options like bread, donuts, and quick energy sources such as bars and jellies, allowing them to choose based on their schedule and mood for the day.Hearty LUCY Tonjiru: A Gunma specialty, perfect for refueling after a day of hikingA colorful assortment of Inari Sushi: five unique flavors including black sesame, wasabi, mixed, plum-shiso, and curry

Everything you need: A convenient in-house shop stocked with Japanese and Western food, snacks, and drinks

3 Enjoy The Night Before Your Oze Hike with Activities Unique to Overnight Stays
The opportunity to experience the sunset, sunrise, and the mountain atmosphere at night is a special perk for overnight guests. To enhance the Oze stay, LUCY Ozehatomachi will offer original activities and experiences during these times.

4 Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop
Adjacent to LUCY Ozehatomachi is the “Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop,” where guests can enjoy coffee or lunch after arrival or before and after an Oze hike. A must-try at the cafe is the Hanamame (runner bean) soft-serve ice cream, a local Oze specialty. Made with plenty of Hanamame, this rich and flavorful soft-serve is a perfect treat after a day on the trails. The shop is also well-stocked with hiking gear, providing a convenient option for forgotten items or those who didn’t have time to shop beforehand. Guests are encouraged to explore the LUCY brand’s original merchandise and souvenirs.
※The “Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop” is also open to day visitors.

The “Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop”The rich and flavorful Hanamame soft-serve ice cream is a must-try.

Facility Overview
Facility Name: LUCY Ozehatomachi by Hoshino Resorts
Address: 898-14 Nakaharayama, Tokura, Katashina Village, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture
Phone: 050-3134-8099 (LUCY Reservation Center)
Number of Guest Rooms: 25
Room Breakdown: Dormitory (Single Occupancy) 12 rooms Twin Room (Double Occupancy) 10 rooms Four-Person Room (Quadruple Occupancy) 3 rooms
Rates: Starting from 14,050 JPY per person per night (based on double occupancy, includes tax, service charge, and dinner)
Amenities: Public space, shower rooms, locker space, 24H Convenient shop for provisions inside the hotel “Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop by Hoshino Resorts” (Open for day visits)
Access: 1-minute walk from the Kan-etsu Kotsu Route Bus “Hatomachi Pass” stop
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/lucyozehatomachi/
Reservation Start Date: June 2, 2025
Opening Date: September 1, 2025
*Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop will Open Early on August 1, 2025

Project Outline
LUCY Ozehatomachi by Hoshino Resorts
Building Area: 3,090 sq ft (approx. 287.12 m2)
Total Floor Area: 5,266 sq ft (approx. 489.24 m2)
Site Area: 27,585 sq ft (approx. 2562.79 m2)
Hatomachi Base Cafe & Shop by Hoshino Resorts
Building Area: 4,699 sq ft (approx. 436.52 m2)
Total Floor Area: 5,022 sq ft (approx. 466.59 m2)
Site Area: 15,644 sq ft (approx. 1453.35 m2)
Architectural Design and Supervision: Naruse Inokuma Architects Inc. Construction: Manyo Construction Co., Ltd.

About LUCY
“LUCY” is Hoshino Resorts’ new mountain hotel brand. As a mountain hotel providing peak comfort for peak adventures, it offers a fresh way to travel and connect with the beauty of the great outdoors.

Hoshino Resorts’ city tourism hotel brand, OMO, will open “OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi by Hoshino Resorts” (hereinafter, OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi) in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the winter of 2025-26. This hotel will be located on the 46th to 51st floors of an ultra-high-rise mixed-use building directly connected to Bashamichi Station, boasting an outstanding view overlooking the bay area and the entire Yokohama cityscape. Furthermore, with the opening of “OMO7 Yokohama” in front of Kannai Station in Yokohama in the spring of 2026, the Yokohama area will be home to two OMO properties. Reservations are scheduled to begin around the summer of 2025.

Features of OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi

1. Superb Location Overlooking the Yokohama Bay Area
Our hotel is located on the 46th to 51st floors of an ultra-high-rise mixed-use building directly connected to the Minatomirai Line’s “Bashamichi” Station, at a height of over 150 meters above ground. The 46th floor, where the front desk is located, is a corridor-style observation floor offering panoramic views, allowing guests to see the bay area, including Minatomirai and the Bay Bridge, as well as the Yokohama cityscape in 360 degrees. Guests can also enjoy the night view of Yokohama from their rooms, offering a luxurious experience as if owning the scenery to themselves.
View from OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi

2. Spacious Rooms with Washing Machines & Kitchens! Comfortable for Groups and Long Stays
Guest rooms range from 33 to 136 square meters and can accommodate 2 to 6 guests, characterized by their spaciousness. All rooms are equipped with a washer/dryer and a kitchen, making them ideal for consecutive nights and long-term stays. Many rooms have separate living rooms and bedrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay. Some room types even have two or three bedrooms, making them highly recommended for families and groups.

3. Proposals of New Ways to Enjoy Yokohama
Being a city tourism hotel, each OMO hotel offers services that allow guests to fully enjoy the city, not just use it as a place to sleep. At OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi, we will propose ways to enjoy the historic Bashamichi area, with its classic buildings and gaslights, as well as the bay area, including Minatomirai and Yamashita Park. Meanwhile, “OMO7 Yokohama,” which will open in the Kannai area in the spring of 2026, will be a hotel that highlights the attractions of the entire Kannai Station area after redevelopment, as well as Yokohama Chinatown, Noge, and Isezakicho areas. By utilizing these two facilities, guests can fully enjoy all that Yokohama has to offer.
Map of the Area Around OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi and OMO7 Yokohama

OMO’s Numberings
Within the OMO brand, the number and icon following “OMO” indicate the scope of services offered. This number allows guests to choose the optimal hotel according to their travel purpose and how they want to spend their time. OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi is an “OMO5,” planned to be a boutique hotel offering services such as breakfast at the OMO Cafe, local guided activities, and the Go-KINJO Map*.

*Go-KINJO Map: A large map that gathers information on restaurants and sightseeing spots within walking distance of the hotel, compiled by the hotel staff “Local guide OMO Rangers” who know the neighborhood inside and out. It includes information not found in guidebooks, such as the restaurant owners’ passions, recommended dishes, and seasonal information.

Facility Overview
Facility Name: OMO5 Yokohama Bashamichi by Hoshino Resorts
Location: 5-57-2 Kitanakadori, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Access: Directly connected to the Minatomirai Line “Bashamichi” Station
Number of Rooms: 175
Total Floor Area: 16,772 m2 (Hotel portion, 46th to 51st floors)
Opening Date: Winter 2025-26
Reservation Start: Summer 2025
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/brands/omo/sp/omo5yokohamabashamichi/
*The information provided is as currently planned and is subject to change.

What is OMO ?

OMO is a “city-center” hotel that elevates your excitement, developed by Hoshino Resorts nationwide. It’s a new type of hotel where staff who deeply love the city work with local people to create unexpected discoveries, making you unknowingly fall in love with the city itself. Currently, there are 16 OMO properties.
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/brands/omo/

OMO7 Yokohama Exterior Rendering

OMO, a city tourism hotel brand, will open OMO7 Yokohama by Hoshino Resorts (hereinafter OMO7 Yokohama) in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the spring of 2026. The hotel is part of a development project called “BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai (Yokohama City Former City Hall Block Utilization Project),” which utilizes the former Yokohama City Hall site in front of JR Kannai Station. The former Yokohama City Hall, designed by Togo Murano, a leading architect of the Showa era who supported Japan’s modern architecture, will be utilized as a “legacy hotel.” The hotel’s design partially incorporates or reinterprets the design of the former Yokohama City Hall. Reservations will begin on the official website in October 2025.

About “BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai”
BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai is a large-scale mixed-use (*1) project being developed by eight companies, with Mitsui Fudosan as the representative company, on the site of the former Yokohama City Hall in front of JR “Kannai” Station. Characterized by a “fusion of old and new,” the project aims to preserve and utilize the former City Hall administrative building to inherit Yokohama’s culture and create a dignified cityscape, while also establishing a hub for entertainment and innovation that symbolizes the next generation of Yokohama.BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai Rendering

*1 Mixed-use…Integrating different facilities such as residential, commercial, office, and public facilities to create multiple different uses.

About the Former Yokohama City Hall
The former Yokohama City Hall was completed in 1959 (Showa 34) as a commemorative project for the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Port of Yokohama and supported Yokohama’s municipal administration for over 60 years. The administrative building was designed by Togo Murano, a leading architect of the Showa era who supported Japan’s modern architecture. Many citizens gathered at the final public viewing of the former City Hall in December 2020, expressing their regret at its closure (*2).

*2 Source: Town News https://www.townnews.co.jp/0117/2021/01/07/557675.html

Former Yokohama City Hall Administrative Building

About “Legacy Hotel”
To preserve the familiar cityscape of the former City Hall, we have chosen the theme of a “legacy hotel,” which involves retaining the administrative building in its current location and utilizing it as a hotel that generates tourism and vibrancy. We will preserve as much of the building’s design as possible, and for parts that must be demolished due to deterioration, we will reinterpret them to create a design suitable for a new hotel, rather than simply copying the old. Our aim is to create a hotel that inherits the memories and scenery that symbolize the history of Yokohama’s development.

Examples of Directly Inheriting the Design of the Former City Hall

Inside the former City Hall, there is a Taizan tile art piece (titled “Sea, Waves, Ship”) by Shindo Tsuji, a sculptor who had connections with Mr. Murano. This will be retained as a wall feature in the café after renovation. Additionally, Mr. Murano is said to have displayed rich expression in the design of stair railings, earning him the reputation of being a “master of handrails” (*3). The grand staircase used in the former City Hall’s civic hall will be relocated and reconstructed in the hotel’s atrium, and parts of its smooth curved handrails will also be reused.

*3 Source: Nikkei XTECH, November 16, 2015 https://xtech.nikkei.com/kn/atcl/bldnews/15/111100226/

Former Yokohama City Hall Taizan Tile Art
OMO7 Yokohama Café (*4)
Former Yokohama City Hall Civic Hall
OMO7 Yokohama Public Space (*4)

*4 The renderings of OMO7 Yokohama are based on the image as of March 2025. Designs are subject to change.

Examples of Reinterpreting the Design of the Former City Hall
In the first-floor lobby, which is visible to many people, special lighting incorporating elements of the circular lighting from the former assembly hall will be installed. The way the light leaks and the materials used for the lighting will be newly designed to create an uplifting atmosphere suitable for a hotel entrance. Furthermore, the colors used in the hotel’s guest rooms and public areas will be inspired by the colors of tiles, furniture, and carpets used in the former City Hall.
Former Yokohama City Hall Assembly Hall
OMO7 Yokohama Lobby (*4)
Former Yokohama City Hall Staircase
OMO7 Yokohama Guest Room (*4)

Exhibition Space Related to Architecture and Yokohama’s History
An exhibition related to the architecture is also planned. While staying at the hotel, guests will be able to trace the history of how the building was cherished and how Yokohama developed.
OMO7 Yokohama Kannai Exhibition Rendering (*4)

A Hotel to Rediscover “Yokohama,” Where Overseas and Japanese Culture, History and Novelty Intersect
Since its opening in 1859, Yokohama has been a place where overseas and Japanese cultures have met and developed. Even today, one can feel the exotic atmosphere in Yokohama Chinatown and the Western-style buildings built from the Meiji to the Taisho periods. Another attraction is the ability to experience both the deep downtown areas that have continued since the post-war period and modern tourist spots. The Noge and Isezakicho areas are lined with long-established restaurants and bars, where locals, known as “Hamakko,” still gather. On the other hand, the recently developed waterfront “Bay Area” and Yokohama Stadium are classic tourist spots visited by many people. Our hotel is located in the middle of the Noge/Isezakicho area and the Bay Area, making it the perfect base for experiencing Yokohama’s diverse attractions. At our hotel, we will offer the “Go-KINJO” service to help guests enjoy their stay in Yokohama more deeply, providing “OMO Rangers,” neighborhood guides who know the city inside out, and a “Go-KINJO Map” that gathers deep local attractions not found in guidebooks. Additionally, the public space “OMO Base” within the hotel will offer a playful space full of ideas to make exploring the city fun, where guests can research recommended spots before strolling, take a break during their walk, and more.

About OMO7

Within the OMO brand, the numbers and icons following “OMO” indicate the scope of services offered. These numbers allow guests to choose the optimal hotel according to their travel purpose and how they want to spend their time. OMO7 Yokohama is an OMO7, a full-service city landmark hotel with a café and restaurant, among other facilities, planned. Currently, there are three OMO7 properties: OMO7 Asahikawa, OMO7 Osaka, and OMO7 Kochi.

Facility Overview
Facility Name: OMO7 Yokohama by Hoshino Resorts
Location: 1-1-1 Minatomachi, Naka-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and other locations
Access: 1-minute walk from JR Negishi Line “Kannai” Station, 1-minute walk from Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line “Kannai” Station, 7-minute walk from Yokohama Minatomirai Railway Minatomirai Line “Nihon-odori” Station
Number of Guest Rooms: 276
Facilities: Guest rooms, OMO Base (front desk, library lounge, meeting room, dining, café, Go-KINJO Map, free space, shop, exhibition space, OMO Dog Garden), lockers, workroom, laundry
Design: Initial Design…Murano and Mori Architects Renovation Basic Design and Implementation Design…Takenaka Corporation Hotel FOH (*5) Area Interior Basic Design and Interior Design Supervision…Naruse Inokuma Architects Hotel FOH Area Built-in Furniture Implementation Design…IRIS OHYAMA CO., LTD. Hotel Sign Design…UMA / design farm Number Font Design…Murano and Mori Architects / MURANO design FFE (*6) Design and Supervision…Naruse Inokuma Architects
Construction: Initial Construction…Seismic Retrofitting Work: Toda Corporation (now Toda Corporation) Renovation Construction…Takenaka Corporation
Opening Date: Spring 2026
Reservation Start: October 2025
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/omo7yokohama/
Phone: 050-3134-8095 (OMO Reservation Center)

*5 FOH…Front of House: The area within the hotel’s total floor space used by guests, such as guest rooms and public spaces.
*6 FFE…Furniture, Fixture & Equipment: Furniture, installed equipment, fixtures, etc.
*The information provided is planned and subject to change.  

About OMO Brand
OMO is Hoshino Resorts’ brand of “city-center” hotels across Japan that elevate your excitement. These are new-sensation hotels where staff who deeply love their city collaborate with local residents. Guests encounter unexpected charms and unknowingly become fond of the city itself. Currently, there are 16 OMO properties.
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/brands/omo/

Hoshino Resorts’ resort hotel brand “RISONARE,” which operates domestically and internationally, will open its eighth property, “Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki,” on December 11, 2025. The facility’s concept is “Kaikyo (strait) Designer’s Hotel.” In addition to architecture that stylishly incorporates elements unique to the region, such as the Kanmon Strait scenery and “fugu” (pufferfish), the hotel will offer activities that take advantage of its prime location overlooking the Kanmon Strait, designing a “stay to fully enjoy the strait.” This opening marks RISONARE’s first expansion into the Kyushu/Yamaguchi area. Reservations are scheduled to begin in June 2025.

Facility Concept: “Kaikyo (strait) Designer’s Hotel“

Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki Exterior Image

Prime Location Overlooking the Kanmon Strait
With the prime location overlooking the Kanmon Strait, the concept “Kaikyo (strait) Designer’s Hotel” embodies the desire to design a stay where guests can fully enjoy the strait. The building’s design harmonizes with the surrounding area, and a garden area within the premises will create an open space where nature and the sea blend together. The design of guest rooms and the infinity pool will stylishly incorporate elements unique to this area, such as the Kanmon Strait scenery and “fugu.” Furthermore, taking advantage of the location where dynamic views of human activity and nature coexist, including the Kanmon Bridge, Moji Port on the opposite shore, and the ships passing by, the hotel will design a stay where guests can fully enjoy the strait through various activities.

About the “Arukapoto/Karato Master Plan”“Arukapoto/Karato Master Plan” Image Illustration

In the “Partnership Agreement Regarding Regional Revitalization” concluded with Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture on April 30, 2022, Hoshino Resorts stipulated that it would work together with Shimonoseki City not only to operate Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki, scheduled to open in the Arukapoto district, but also to enhance the overall attractiveness of the Arukapoto/Karato area. This plan aims to make the Kanmon area, centered on Shimonoseki, a “leading waterfront city in Japan,” incorporating our proposals of “1. Fully enjoy the strait,” “2. Enjoy exploring from morning to night,” and “3. Focus on the unique charm of a port town.” In addition to admiring the Kanmon Strait, the area’s greatest tourist resource, the plan aims to create opportunities to enjoy it in various ways through events and activities, and to create the pleasure of exploring the area with its changing charms depending on the location and time, such as the lively morning market and the night view of the strait. Furthermore, the goal is to create an area where visitors can fully enjoy the scenery and culture unique to the port town of Shimonoseki and the Kanmon area through experiences such as fishing and cruising.

Designer Introduction: Klein Dytham Architecture (KDa)
Klein Dytham Architecture (KDa) creates memorable and iconic architecture and human-scale, comfortable spatial designs, aiming to build destinations that are fun and make people want to visit again. Their representative works include Daikanyama T-SITE/Tsutaya Bookstore and GINZA PLACE. They also designed Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Nasu’s “POKO POKO,” which won the Dezeen Awards 2021 “Hospitality building of the year,” as well as Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki and Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Fukui, scheduled to open in 2027.©Brian Scott Peterson

About RISONARE
RISONARE is a resort hotel brand developed domestically and internationally by Hoshino Resorts. With the concept of “PLAY HARD,” allowing guests to immerse themselves in enjoyment, it offers spatial designs that utilize the characteristics of the location and a wide range of activities, providing experiences unique to the region and season. RISONARE offers guests an unforgettable trip through a stay that exceeds their expectations. Currently, it operates seven properties domestically and internationally, with Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki, marking its first expansion into the Kyushu/Yamaguchi area in 2025, and Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Fukui, scheduled to open in 2027.
URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/en/brands/risonare/

Facility Overview
Facility Name: Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki
Location: Arukapoto 4-1, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Phone: 050-3134-8093 (RISONARE Reservation Center)
Number of Rooms: 187 Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 12:00
Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car or bus from JR Shimonoseki Station, approximately 90 minutes by train from Fukuoka Airport
Opening Date: December 11, 2025 Reservation Start: Scheduled for June 2025