Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Yasuda Real Estate Co., Ltd to operate the luxury Dusit Thani Kyoto in Japan by 2023.
Located in the heart of the city, around 850 metres from Kyoto Station in the Honganji Monzen-machi district, the new property will consist of approximately 150 rooms, set over four floors.
The facilities at the upcoming property includes a Thai-themed all-day dining restaurant, a Japanese speciality restaurant, a lobby lounge and bar, function rooms, a health club equipped for fitness, and wellness facilities.
Guests will enjoy easy access to nearby attractions, such as Higashi Honganji Temple, Nishi Honganji Temple (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kyoto Tower, and Kyoto Aquarium. Gion, the Geisha district is 10 minutes away by train, while Nishiki Market, a shopping and dining street, known as ?Kyoto?s Kitchen,? can be reached in 15 minutes.
Kyoto saw a footfall of around 87.91 million last year, which was an increase of 2.86 million, compared to 2018's turnover. While international tourism is currently paused to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Dusit?s team expects the city will regain its status as a major tourism hub once travel resumes.
Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, group CEO, Dusit International, said, ?We are delighted and honoured to have the opportunity to work with Yasuda Real Estate Co., Ltd. to bring our unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Japan for the first time.?
?Continuing our strategy for sustainable expansion, the signing of Dusit Thani Kyoto serves as a major milestone for our company. It also highlights our confidence in the strength and resilience of Japan?s travel market and its ability to bounce back strong after all the current challenges. Kyoto is a wonderful destination, rich in history, heritage, and culture, and we look forward to embracing this in our operations while doing our utmost to deliver long-term value for all stakeholders,? she added.
Mr Masahiro Nakagawa, president, Yasuda Real Estate Co., Ltd., said, ?Our company prides itself on developing projects which not only celebrate cultural and natural heritage, but which are also positioned to deliver social and economic value far into the future. With a locally inspired design and unique blend of Thai and Japanese hospitality traditions, Dusit Thani Kyoto will be ideally positioned to deliver a truly distinctive stay experience in the heart of the city. We are delighted to partner with Dusit for this very special project.
Dusit International?s portfolio now comprises of 339 properties operating under six brands across 14 countries.
