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IHG to Launch Japan’s First Triple-Branded Hotel Complex Near Universal Studios Japan
A landmark development is set to reshape the hotel landscape around one of Japan's most popular attractions. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a groundbreaking agreement with Sakurajima Kaihatsu LLC to build Japan's first-ever triple-br... -
Kansai’s Hospitality Scene Gets a High-Tech Upgrade: New Mobile Order System for Unmanned Venues Caters to a Booming Tourist Influx
A new self-service mobile ordering system, 'ISSUE PANDA', has launched in Japan, signaling a significant leap forward in hospitality technology that directly addresses the needs of modern travelers in Kansai. This innovation allows custo... -
Kansai Businesses at the Forefront of Japan’s B2B ‘Buy-Now-Pay-Later’ Adoption
A significant shift is underway in Japan's corporate landscape, with businesses in the Kansai region, including Osaka, actively adopting B2B 'Buy-Now-Pay-Later' (BNPL) services. This fintech revolution is not just a passing trend but a s... -
Osaka-Kansai Economy Faces Test as Inbound Tourism Market Shifts
The once-unstoppable engine of Osaka's tourism economy is facing a significant stress test. A sharp and sustained decrease in travelers from mainland China is forcing a fundamental rethink of the region's inbound tourism strategy, impact... -
Osaka’s Tourism Boom Hits a Wall: How the Decline in Chinese Visitors is Reshaping Kansai’s Future
The vibrant tourism landscape of Japan's Kansai region, with Osaka at its heart, is facing an unprecedented challenge. A sudden and steep decline in the number of tourists from China is sending shockwaves through the local economy, forci... -
IHG Unveils Landmark Triple-Branded Hotel Development Near Universal Studios Japan, Set for 2029 Opening
Osaka's tourism landscape is set to be dramatically reshaped with the announcement of a major new hotel development. IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has revealed its largest new-build hotel agreement in ... -
Kansai’s Tourism Sector Adapts as Chinese Visitor Numbers Plummet
The vibrant tourism landscape of Japan's Kansai region, particularly in Osaka, is currently navigating a period of significant challenge. A sharp and sudden decline in the number of Chinese tourists, historically a cornerstone of the are... -
Osaka Dreaming: Your Key to the City—Share House Soul or Apartment Kingdom?
Welcome to Osaka, the city that beats with a heart of neon and steel, a place where the scent of takoyaki drifts through ancient temple grounds and the laughter from a thousand izakayas spills into the warm night air. You’ve made it. You... -
Osaka & Kansai Hotels: A Global Bargain Despite Rising Costs, New Report Reveals
For international travelers planning a trip to Japan, a new report brings welcome news: hotel rooms in Osaka and the wider Kansai region remain remarkably affordable compared to other major global destinations. An analysis by real estate... -
Osaka’s Next Economic Leap: Massive Logistics Hub Signals Growth Beyond Tourism
While Osaka is globally renowned for its vibrant food scene, historic castles, and electric nightlife, a massive new development is underway that shines a light on the city's future as a powerful economic engine for the Kansai region. Co... -
Osaka’s Tourism Economy Reels from Mass Cancellations in Chinese Market
Osaka's vibrant tourism and hospitality sector is facing a sudden and severe economic downturn following a wave of cancellations from the Chinese market. Some hotels in the city are reporting cancellation rates as high as 50-70%, a stagg... -
Kansai International Airport: The Epicenter of Japan’s Chinese Tourism Decline
Kansai International Airport (KIX), the primary gateway to Osaka, Kyoto, and the wider Kansai region, is facing an unprecedented challenge. A sharp and sudden drop in tourism from China is hitting Japan's travel industry, and KIX is bear...
