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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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Student-Run Accommodation ‘Fantasy Forest Atami’ Opens in Atami
（Source: OLIOLI-WORKS LLC） On August 1, a new accommodation facility called "Fantasy Forest Atami," managed by a project team of two Tokyo-based companies and university students, opened its doors. The facility is primarily operated by students, giving them the opportunity to gain practical business skills from a managerial perspective while running the day-to-day operations. This unique initiative is designed to revitalize the local area and support the development of the younger generation, bringing new energy to the community.
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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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Add to Your Travel List! Ranking of Japan’s Rapidly Rising Popular Island Destinations
(Created Based on Materials from Review Co., Ltd. ) The information media "Sublogg," operated by Review Co., Ltd. , conducted a survey in July 2024 among Japanese individuals aged 20 and older, asking which Japanese islands they would most like to visit. The survey was conducted online, with 100 participants in total, consisting of 60 women and 40 men.
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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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Kyoto City: Utilizing a 100-Year-Old Kyomachiya as Lodging Facility and Company Housing
Since the 2020 fiscal year, the city of Kyoto has been implementing the "Kyomachiya Rental Model Project." This initiative involves leasing traditional Kyoto townhouses (Kyomachiya) from their owners and subleasing them to private businesses for renovation and use. The project aims to leverage private sector resources to preserve and utilize these historic buildings. Recently, a more than 100-year-old Kyomachiya in Shimogyo Ward has been selected as the third project under this model. It will be renovated and used as a combined lodging facility and company housing.
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Travel Trends 2024: Enjoy Silver Week with “Look-Alike Destinations”
（Based on data from Expedia） Expedia has announced five emerging travel destinations for Silver Week 2024, highlighting one of the travel trends for the year: "look-alike destinations." These destinations resemble popular tourist spots in terms of atmosphere and activities and can often be visited at a more affordable price.
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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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