Japan’s skyrocketing hotel prices

A quickly recovering inbound tourism industry coupled with a labor shortage has caused hotel rates in some areas in Japan to far exceed pre-pandemic pricing.Read more


Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto changes hands in May

Kyoto hotels are back on the radar for major real estate firms and investors, as the historic former capital recovers from the pandemic. Last month, Mori Trust acquired the Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto from Fortress Investment Group for an undisclosed price.Read more


Hilton to open flagship-branded hotel in Kyoto

Earlier this month, Hilton announced the signing of an agreement with Tokyo Tatemono to open the first flagship-branded hotel in Kyoto in 2024. The Hilton Kyoto will be located in the Kawaramachi Sanjo district.

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