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Tokyu Resorts & Stay: Building the Future of the Service Industry with Its First Large-Scale Recruitment of Foreign Workers
(Source:Tokyu Resorts & Stay Co., Ltd. ) Tokyu Corporation and Tokyu Resorts & Stay Co., Ltd. have started a large-scale recruitment of foreign workers with specific skills to address labor shortages in their accommodation businesses, including "Tokyu Harvest Club" and "Tokyu Stay," which are developed and operated by the two companies.
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Coexisting with and Preserving Miyakojima’s Environment: 5 Years of HOTEL LOCAL BASE
（Source: Lightec Co., Ltd.） Lightec Co., Ltd., a company long engaged in the manufacturing and sales of disposable lighters, has announced the 5th anniversary of its resort hotel "HOTEL LOCAL BASE" located in Miyakojima, Okinawa Prefecture. In recent years, Lightec has been focusing on addressing environmental issues in Okinawa, particularly in Miyakojima—a small island surrounded by beautiful seas but burdened by large amounts of marine debris, especially plastic waste. In response to this issue, Lightec began actively tackling environmental challenges in 2019, using "HOTEL LOCAL BASE" as a base for these efforts in Miyakojima.
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The Cycle of Life at the Foot of Mount Fuji: Hoshinoya Fuji’s Special Autumn Program
（Source: Hoshino Resorts） Hoshinoya Fuji, operated by Hoshino Resorts, will be hosting a "Hunting Experience Tour" over six sessions from October 3 to December 12, 2024. The tour is designed to provide adults with a deeper understanding of the cycle of life through hunting observation and participation. Now in its eighth year, the tour introduces a new program called "Forest Walks in Touch with Nature," allowing participants to feel even closer to the natural environment.
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Experience Japan’s Seasonal Traditions! Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel’s New Project “EXPLORE SHIBUYA”
（Source: Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel） To respond to the growing demand from foreign visitors, Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel will pre-launch the "EXPLORE SHIBUYA" project starting August 7, 2024. Shibuya, a city where the bustling scramble crossing and Center Gai coexist with the serene Meiji Shrine and its sacred forest, is a tourist destination where cutting-edge trends intersect with traditional culture. Additionally, Shibuya attracts many with its live houses, museums, and theaters, making it an entertainment city. The "EXPLORE SHIBUYA" project aims to express the charm of this city as a "fusion of tradition and cutting-edge" and "exciting extraordinary experiences."
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Initiatives for Food Education to Pass On to Future Generations: Rice Harvesting Experience Event at NASPA New Otani
(Source: HRT New Otani Co., Ltd.) As part of its SDGs initiatives themed around food education, NASPA New Otani will host its 24th rice harvesting experience on Monday, September 16, 2024, a national holiday. This rice harvesting experience, held in Minamiuonuma, one of Japan's premier rice-producing regions, offers agricultural experiences from rice planting to harvesting using "Minamiuonuma Koshihikari" rice from the Shiozawa area. It has established itself as a family-friendly agricultural event, where participants can witness the growth of Japan’s top-brand rice from seedlings to full-grown stalks, thanks to the unique climate of the mountainous terrain and the temperature differences between day and night.
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Hilton Kyoto Achieves Japan’s First 5-Star “DBJ Green Building Certification” for Environmental and Social Consideration
(Source: Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd) Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. has developed the "Hilton Kyoto," a building that has received the "DBJ Green Building Certification (Plan Certification)" as a top-class building in terms of "environmental and social considerations" in Japan. This certification was established by the Development Bank of Japan Inc. and is a system that comprehensively evaluates environmental initiatives through real estate. Notably, the achievement of receiving the highest rank of 5 stars and obtaining certification at the planning stage is a first for a hotel.
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Analysis of Business Hotels in Chuo Ward, Tokyo! Latest June 2024 Edition
Distribution of Existing Business Hotels in Chuo Ward, Tokyo According to MetroEngines Research, the distribution of existing business hotels in Chuo Ward, Tokyo is as follows:Source: MetroEngines Research Trends in the Number of Existing Business Hotel Facilities in Chuo Ward, Tokyo 39.2% Increase in Existing Business Hotel Facilities in Chuo Ward, Tokyo The number of existing business hotel facilities in Chuo Ward, Tokyo increased by 39.2%. There was an increase of 38 facilities over five years, from 97 facilities in January 2019 to 135 facilities as of June 2024.
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Towards a Sustainable Future: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s 2023 Sustainability Report
投稿 : 2024.07.25（Source : The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group） The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, which owns and operates luxury-class hotels, resorts, and residences worldwide, has released its 2023 Sustainability Report. This report summarizes the progress made in strengthening their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies.
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APA Group Opens ‘Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA’ in Seattle, Expanding into the North American Market
Hotel Exterior (Source: APA Hotel Co., Ltd.) APA Hotel Co., Ltd., which boasts the largest hotel network in Japan, has completed the acquisition of Hilton Seattle located in Seattle, Washington, through its wholly-owned subsidiary APA Hotel USA, Inc. The hotel will be renamed "Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA" and will be leased and managed by APA Hotel USA, Inc. This hotel will be the first owned property in the United States for the APA Group.
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Hakuba Hotel Group Announces Name Change: Hakuba Hospitality Group
(Source: Hakuba Hospitality Group) Hakuba Hotel Group, which operates six hotels, over 50 rental villas and apartments, and nine dining facilities in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, has announced that it will change its name to "Hakuba Hospitality Group." This change reflects the company's growth and evolution, emphasizing the high quality and uniqueness of the services it provides to customers in the Hakuba area and worldwide.