Top Reasons to Buy a Second Home in Japan in 2025
From scenic countryside retreats to investment-ready vacation homes, Japan offers unique opportunities for second-home buyers.
InterContinental Debuts in Hokkaido with Sapporo’s First International Luxury Hotel
InterContinental opens its first hotel in Hokkaido — InterContinental Sapporo — bringing international luxury to the heart of Sapporo.
IHG announces first Regent in a Japanese resort location
IHG announces its first Regent resort in Japan “Regent Karuizawa,” designed by Kengo Kuma and opening in 2028.
Imperial Hotel, Osaka Marks 30 Years With Special Deals
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Imperial Hotel Osaka with exclusive stay, dining & spa offers from Oct 2025 to Mar 2027.
Lost in Translation Luxury Hotel to Reopen
Famed as a location for the Lost in Translation movie, the Park Hyatt Tokyo will reopen on December 9, with reservations starting on September 24.
Japanese Design Shortlisted for Best UK Architecture
Discover how a Japanese-inspired almshouse combating isolation in older residents joins Niwa House and other pioneering UK designs on the 2025 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist.
US Global Network Eyes Japan’s $3m-Plus Market
Discover how Japan’s luxury real estate agency TonTon, exclusive to $3 million-plus properties, joins the Forbes Global Properties network.
Tokyo Luxury Property Auction to Fund Building Homes for Poor
Tokyo’s luxury property auction will fund safe homes for families in need through Concierge Auctions’ Key For Key® initiative.
Luxury Brand Debuts in Japan with Alpine Boutique Hotel
Chedi Hospitality announced its long-anticipated entry into the Japanese market on August 13 with The Chedi Niseko—an exclusive alpine development of a boutique hotel in the heart of Hirafu, Niseko.
Thai Hospitality Group Plans Japan Visit to Showcase Luxury Properties
ONYX, Southeast Asia’s leading hotel and residence management company, is strengthening its long-term commitment to Japan with a focused new development initiative.
Imperial Hotel, Tokyo Awarded Major Luxury Hospitality Certificate
Imperial Hotel, Tokyo earned the Forbes VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality certification for its sustainability and luxury service.
New Luxury Project in Karuizawa Announced
Anantara Karuizawa Retreat, set to open in 2030, will offer luxury villas, wellness amenities, and scenic views in one of Japan’s top resort destinations.
IHG to Open Garner Hotel in Kyoto
A first look at the future Garner Hotel Kyoto Shijo Karasuma, set to welcome guests from November 2025.
