Hilton proudly announces the opening of The Green Leaf Niseko Village, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, marking the debut of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand in Japan. Located at the foot of Mount Niseko Annupuri within Niseko Village Ski Resort in Hokkaido, the 200-bedroom property is a winter-only destination, welcoming guests exclusively during Niseko’s celebrated White Season for unparalleled access to world-class powder snow and alpine atmosphere.   This opening comes amid strong momentum for Japan’s ski tourism. From November 2024 to February 2025, the number of visitors to Japan’s ski destinations increased by about 40 per cent year-on-year, with international travellers accounting for approximately 80 per cent of all ski travel. Niseko remains one of the most popular destinations, drawing nearly half of overseas visits and more than half of ski travel spending during the peak season. Joining more than 180 Tapestry Collection by Hilton properties globally, The Green Leaf Niseko Village brings the brand’s signature focus on individuality, design-forward stays, and locally inspired storytelling to one of Japan’s most sought-after winter destinations. Drawing inspiration from Niseko’s mountain landscape, the property blends lodge-style comfort with contemporary artistry, offering a warm and restorative retreat after a day in the snow. Guests can also look forward to a display of 200 works by prominent painter Soichiro Tomioka, alongside playful and modern touchpoints by Sapporo-based artist and graphic designer Emi Shiratori through murals, hand-drawn guestroom details, and illustrated motifs. The renewed interiors were designed by renowned Champalimaud Design, balancing nature, craftsmanship and comfort. Key highlights of the property include: The Ultimate Winter Retreat: Guests enjoy direct ski-in/ski-out access to Niseko Village Ski Resort and a tranquil indoor-outdoor onsen fed by a mineral-rich natural hot spring, offering a restorative post-ski ritual surrounded by snow-covered landscapes. Artfully Curated Stays: Design-forward rooms and public spaces that showcase local artistry, refined textures, and warm materials, creating an immersive sense of place rooted in Niseko’s winter identity. Culinary and Social Experiences: Goshiki, the hotel’s signature restaurant, highlights the diversity of Japanese and Western flavours, while Tomioka White serves as a welcoming lobby lounge for coffee, apres-ski gatherings, and cocktails by the fireplace. As the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Japan, The Green Leaf Niseko Village strengthens Hilton’s growing lifestyle portfolio in the region, joining upcoming Japan openings: Kyoto Brighton Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Canopy by Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort, and Canopy by Hilton Tokyo Akasaka.

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Chatrium Hospitality invites travelers to end the year on a high note with its “11.11 End of Year Exclusive” campaign, a limited-time promotion offering exceptional savings and exclusive privileges across its collection of city hotels and resort destinations in Thailand, Myanmar, and Japan. Guests booking from 6 to 16 November 2025 will enjoy exclusive stay offers valid from 6 November 2025 to 31 October 2026, making it the perfect opportunity to plan both spontaneous getaways and future holidays. Exclusive Offers Include: City Hotels: Turn your getaway into something remarkable. Stay 4 nights and enjoy 25% off — it’s our way of giving you one night on us. Guests will also receive a complimentary upgrade to the next room category. Resort Hotels (Lacol Khaoyai – A Chatrium Collection and Chatrium Golf Resort Soi Dao Chanthaburi): Turn your getaway into something remarkable. Stay 3 nights and enjoy 33% off — it’s our way of giving you one night on us. Guests will also receive a complimentary upgrade to the next room category. Beyond exceptional stays, Chatrium Hospitality invites guests to savor curated culinary experiences at its most celebrated restaurants. From elegant riverside dining to festive buffets and seasonal celebrations, enjoy Christmas and New Year feasts, afternoon teas, tapas nights, and special golf getaways, all available through the 11.11 promotion. For the first time, guests can also purchase 11.11 accommodation and dining gift vouchers directly on Chatrium’s website, perfect for sharing as thoughtful New Year presents or memorable treats for loved ones. Adding to the excitement, Chatrium Hospitality will host a special Facebook Live event on 10 November 2025 from 20:00 to 23:00 hrs on the Chatrium Hospitality Facebook Fan Page. Viewers will enjoy exclusive, limited-time deals, including the opportunity to purchase accommodation and dining vouchers during the live session, with a complimentary upgrade even for a one-night stay, available only while watching live. The broadcast will also feature interactive segments, live giveaways, and engaging highlights designed to inspire your next remarkable stay. As the group’s most extensive end-of-year promotion, the campaign spans 11 properties across Chatrium and Maitria Hotels in Thailand, Myanmar, and Japan. Guests booking directly via www.chatrium.com or www.maitriahotels.com will enjoy exclusive savings, complimentary room upgrades, and the best available rates. Participating Hotels Bangkok, Thailand Chatrium Grand Bangkok Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok Chatrium Sathon Bangkok Emporium Suites by Chatrium Maitria Hotel Rama 9 Bangkok – A Chatrium Collection Maitria Hotel Sukhumvit 18 – A Chatrium Collection Maitria Mode Sukhumvit 15 – A Chatrium Collection Chanthaburi, Thailand Chatrium Golf Resort Soi Dao Chanthaburi Khao Yai, Thailand Lacol Khaoyai – A Chatrium Collection Yangon, Myanmar Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon Niseko, Japan Chatrium Niseko Japan Whether planning your next getaway or a memorable evening with family and friends, Chatrium Hospitality’s 11.11 celebration promises exceptional value, indulgence, and moments to remember. Book Now Link For more information, please visit www.chatrium.com or contact info@chatrium.com. Don’t miss out. Remarkable moments await. …………………….. About Chatrium Hospitality: Chatrium Hospitality offers distinguished settings for weddings and engagements, combining modern luxury with the warm hospitality Thailand is known for. With venues in prime locations both within and outside of Bangkok, Chatrium ensures that each wedding is as unique and extraordinary as the couple celebrating their special day.

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Niseko, renowned for its powder snow and vibrant winter scene in Japan, is now home to a new culinary gem—AóRA Restaurant, the latest addition to the acclaimed EatMe hospitality group. Opening its doors on December 14th inside the Chatrium Niseko hotel, AóRA promises an intimate, upscale dining experience rooted in local ingredients and international culinary influences. A Fresh Take on Hokkaido’s Finest Ingredients Helmed by seasoned Head Chef Luiz Low, AóRA offers a contemporary menu inspired by Italian, French, and Pacific Northwest coastal cuisines. With over 25 years of culinary expertise gained across Penang, Shanghai, London, and Hokkaido itself, Chef Luiz brings bold flavors, precise techniques, and a passion for showcasing regional produce. The restaurant’s menu emphasizes simplicity and elegance, highlighting Hokkaido’s rich bounty. Dishes such as Uni Crostini topped with garlic butter and tomato sauce on a crispy baguette, Shio Koji Black Cod in green curry velouté served over lime rice, and Wagyu Sirloin with Port wine jus and seasonal vegetables exemplify the culinary artistry on offer. Guests can choose from three tasting menus—Petite (5 courses), Signature (7 courses), and Premium—with luxurious options like caviar and truffle to elevate the experience. An Impeccable Beverage Program AóRA’s wine list features selections from renowned wineries across Hokkaido and beyond, carefully curated to complement each dish. For cocktail lovers, the bar offers seasonal creations crafted with local spirits, fresh herbs, and seasonal ingredients, under the creative guidance of General Manager Tom Egerton. With a background that includes successful projects like Tokyo Confidential and Argo at Hong Kong’s Four Seasons, Tom’s expertise ensures innovative drinks that match the restaurant’s refined culinary style. For those seeking the perfect pairing, wine and sake options are available, with a special focus on Japanese wineries and regional breweries. Seasonal cocktails and premium sake selections highlight Japan’s deep beverage traditions, adding local flair to every sip. EatMe’s Growing Niseko Presence AóRA marks the third venue from the EatMe group in Niseko, joining a portfolio known for blending Japanese and Western hospitality. The team behind these ventures includes talented chefs, bartenders, designers, and hospitality veterans—all passionate about creating memorable experiences on Japan’s premier ski destination. In addition to AóRA, EatMe recently announced Tepache, a Mexican-inspired concept celebrating agave spirits such as tequila, mezcal, and raicilla. Showcasing Hokkaido’s largest agave collection, Tepache offers a menu of modern Mexican dishes like tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas, alongside expertly crafted cocktails. Meanwhile, Niseko Confidential, EatMe’s original bar in Hirafu, returns for its second winter season. Known for its craft cocktails and cozy, house-party atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes. Insider Tips for Visiting AóRA Reservations: Given its upscale nature, reservations are recommended, especially during peak winter months. Dress Code: Smart casual to enjoy the elegant ambiance. Best Time to Visit: Evening dining offers the full experience, but the restaurant’s cozy setting makes it a great spot for a relaxed lunch too. Local Insights: Ask the staff about seasonal ingredients—they often feature local seafood and produce that define Hokkaido’s culinary identity. Final Thoughts AóRA Niseko is more than just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of regional flavors elevated by international culinary expertise. Whether you’re a foodie seeking innovative dishes or a traveler looking to enjoy Hokkaido’s best ingredients in a refined setting, AóRA promises an unforgettable experience in Japan’s winter wonderland. Visit Hokkaido’s official tourism site for travel tips and seasonal highlights.

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Niseko Confidential in Japan is back for the winter season – and its brand new neighbor Tepache has joined the party, bringing all things agave to Niseko. With concepts and drinks developed by award-winning sister bar Tokyo Confidential, each venue brings its own brand of creative cocktails, delightful chaos and cheeky après ski fun to the renowned resort town. Just steps from the slopes and next door to Niseko Confidential, Tepache will be opening 12 December for its first winter season. Taking its name from the fermented pineapple beverage that originated in Mexico, Tepache is a celebration of agave, bold flavors and good times in the heart of Hirafu. From tequila to mezcal and raicilla, Tepache boasts Hokkaido‘s largest agave collection, and also showcases lesser known Mexican spirits. The “Starters” section includes tequila and mezcal pours complemented by the bar’s namesake Tepache, Sangrita or grilled pineapple, while a list of expertly crafted cocktails accompanies the spirit list. Ranging from highball-style drinks to shaken citrus-forward and strong spirit-forward serves, highlights from the drinks menu include Tepache Highball, with Tequila, house-made Umeshu and fermented Tepache soda, the Signature Margarita with Tequila, Cointreau, Niagara wine syrup, yuzu and lime, and Adios Mr Spalding, a nod to one of sister bar Tokyo Confidential’s previous “Second Base” signature drinks with fermented strawberry, Mezcal, sweet vermouth and Scarlett Amaro. Chef Rene Baez is helming the culinary direction for Tepache, developing a selection of modern Mexican dishes with two sharing-style menus with five or seven courses on offer. Known for his creative Cali-Mex style cuisine, Chef Rene has been shaking up Tokyo’s food scene for the past four years at Chelas, where he built a following by mixing San Diego roots with Mexican family recipes. Celebrated for his role in helping to push modern Mexican cooking forward in Japan, Chef Rene brings that same passion and creativity to Niseko at Tepache, where his menu ranges from sharing-friendly bites such as Ceviche and Al Pastor Fries, with mains including classic favorites like enchiladas and tacos. His move from Tokyo to Hokkaido marks an exciting new chapter and an opportunity to merge the vibrancy of Mexican cooking with the local ingredients and energy of Niseko’s international dining scene. Known as a must-visit destination for craft cocktails, curated dining offerings and cozy house party vibes in Hirafu, Niseko Confidential reopens for the season on 13 December. Bringing back favorites from last season – and of course the shotskis – drinks highlights include the Gingerbread Old Fashioned with bourbon and warming spices of gingerbread, and the Tokyo Banana Colada, with banana, pineapple, salted milk and umami bitters with rum. Niseko Confidential offers à la carte snacks and drinks for après ski from 3 – 5PM, with two seatings for its prix fixe fine dining menu at 5PM and 7:30PM. Dinner menus include the Petite 4-course menu (¥17,600), the Signature 6-course menu (¥19,800) and the indulgent Premium 6-Course Menu (¥39,600); a 3-course kids menu is also available. Menus will evolve depending on market availability to highlight the season’s freshest flavors, with sample dishes such as Spicy Scallop Crispy Rice, Tuna Carpaccio and Hokkaido A5 Wagyu Filet. Providing a truly luxurious dining experience, the Premium menu features exquisite add-ons such as caviar, Hokkaido uni, shaved truffle, and foie gras offering an elevated take on the signature course menu.

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Odin Hills, the master-planned luxury residential community is located in the heart of Niseko, Japan, offering the ultimate expression of natural luxury and bespoke design. To bring the vision of creating dream family homes to life, Odin Hills has collaborated with Pritzker-prize winning architect Shigeru Ban to design a collection of exquisite villas. These private villas are specifically developed to adapt to the varied natural topography of the area, offering ultimate flexibility to meet a myriad of lifestyle needs. Shigeru Ban Architects (SBA) is a multidisciplinary architectural design firm with offices in Tokyo, Paris, New York, and Los Angeles. Their holistic design methodology considers carefully tuned approaches to the environment, human comfort, and building efficiency. Shigeru Ban is also known for his innovative and sustainable approach to architecture, and has designed numerous residential,  hospitality and cultural projects around the world, including the Metal Shutter Houses in New York, Aspen Art Museum in Aspen and Centre Pompidou-Metz in Metz. Shigeru Ban’s dedication to humanitarian efforts around the world, coupled with his pioneering use of materials, makes him the perfect partner for Odin Hills in realizing their vision of an alpine haven in Japan. “We were tasked with creating a vision for a collection of contemporary luxury alpine chalets. We drew inspiration from Odin’s philosophy of natural luxury and designed a range of flexible villas that adapt to the variety of locations available at Odin Hills, while maximizing the breathtaking surrounding views.” says Shigeru Ban. The four contemporary designs in collaboration with Pritzker-prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban, offer homeowners the opportunity to create the family retreat of their dreams while overlooking the breathtaking views of Mount Yotei. Ranging in size from 295 sqm to 615 sqm, each villa features an onsen-style family bath to cater for the health and wellness needs of the homeowner with a customisable floor plan, multifunctional interiors, and a finely curated selection of materials, features, and amenities. The Ultimate Expression of Natural Luxury The villas at Odin Hills are designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment and topography, creating an unparalleled sense of harmony with nature. With abundant glass and expansive decks, the villas offer an indoor-outdoor connection that optimizes the stunning views towards Mount Yotei, embracing the landscape and filling the homes with natural light. Crafted from locally sourced, natural materials, the villas at Odin Hills exude warmth and tactility. Each villa boasts a multifunctional interior that is adaptable and flexible, designed to meet a myriad of needs and enable moments to unfold freely with family and friends, creating a warm and tactile atmosphere that seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings. The Perfect Harmony between Traditional and Contemporary From the timber and stone heated flooring to the crackling fireplace, each detail has been thoughtfully considered to create an atmosphere of luxury, warmth, and comfort. With seamless smart home technology features and an onsen-style Japanese bath, complete with soaking tubs made of hinoki wood, the villas offer a perfect balance of modern convenience and traditional wellness, offering homeowners the ultimate in relaxation and wellness. With a focus on providing an exceptional living experience, Odin Hills has spared no expense in curating a finely selected range of features and amenities. Each villa is a bespoke retreat that offers the ultimate in natural luxury with all ensuite bedrooms, a fully equipped designer kitchen, a wine cellar, a fireplace, a ski room and dry room, owner storage, and staff quarters with an ensuite. “We are incredibly excited about our collaboration with Shigeru Ban. He is passionate, hands-on, and brings a unique vision and perspective to the project. It’s a rare opportunity to work with one of the legends of Japanese architecture,” shares Bjorn Fjelddahl, Partner of Odin Property. For discerning homeowners seeking the ultimate luxury alpine experience, Odin Hills offers a unique and unparalleled opportunity to own a bespoke retreat in one of the world’s most sought-after locations. The villas at Odin Hills are a true expression of natural luxury and bespoke design, offering homeowners the opportunity to create a family retreat that is uniquely their own.

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Steve Leung, the founder of internationally renowned and award-winning Steve Leung Design Group, is proud to present OOAK Niseko, his family’s holiday dream home in Niseko, Japan’s ski capital in Hokkaido. Starting off as an architect, to developing his professional business of architecture and interior design in parallel, Steve has become one of the most influential leaders in design. As a personal passion project in recent years, Steve has taken the lead to drive the architectural, interior design and art display of the dedicated family residence OOAK Niseko. Lauded as the ‘crown jewel’ of Japanese ski resorts and holiday homes, and favoured for its abundance of space and privacy, Niseko is notorious for its mesmerising seasons. Often referred as one of the world’s top 10 ski destinations and the ‘Aspen of Asia’, Niseko is beautifully snow-blanketed with light fluffy powder snow throughout winter; in blissful summer months, it offers an array of outdoor activities including lake boating, lavender fields touring and golfing, to name a few. The destination also witnessed a distinctive cross-cultural phenomenon otherwise unseen in Japan over the past decade, evolving into an international melting pot, and uniquely positioned to celebrate the confluence of Japanese and international architectural design occurring in this special environment, making it the perfect base for OOAK Niseko to unfold in its majesty. An acronym for ‘one of a kind’, the OOAK brand is the brainchild of Steve Leung and his family. Fuelled by Steve’s personal motto, “Enjoy Life, Enjoy Design”, OOAK offers a rare experience to enjoy not just exceptional and unique architecture and design, but also beautiful vignettes of his various life inspirations. Steve sought after architect Makoto Nakayama for a collaborative effort further to the successful debut of OOAK Lamma, celebrating the meeting of traditional Japanese aesthetics and Steve’s own design language. Following the similar design ethos between Steve and Nakayama, OOAK Niseko brilliantly showcases a timeless style characterised by clean lines and simple forms, paying homage to the long-established Japanese architecture through liveable spaces that embraces nature through the contemporary space. Tucked on a hillside with two hinged structures, the two-storey OOAK Niseko is designed in consideration of the natural topography, showcasing the magnificent surrounding of the lush forest and panoramic views of the undulating countryside, whilst applied practical approaches minimise environmental impacts. Seamless transitions define OOAK Niseko, with the exterior and interior harmonious and fluid throughout the 600 square meters space. Three-sided floor-to-ceiling windows sit on the upper floor where the splendid vista of Mount Yotei is available at the alpine sanctuary. Apart from the spacious living and dining areas, the space shows off three large bedrooms, the 94 square meters master suite, – with each room being an ensuite with huge Japanese-style baths. Catering to the residents’ maximum enjoyment and private relaxation, OOAK Niseko has a dedicated entertainment room for karaoke and cigars, as well as a spa room for massage which cultivate more opportunities for quality time with family and friends. The architect Makoto Nakayama shared his feelings of gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with Steve. Nakayama says:  “it has been my pleasure to work on such a rare passion project with Steve. At first I was a bit wary about working with another architect with a clear vision and opinions about design, but the collaboration was a wonderful and educational experience, and resulted in a more personal work that had a feeling of completeness to it. Steve Leung is a highly sensitive designer who goes through iterative stages, exploring the design from all directions. He makes decisions by considering over and over again with the scale ruler and sketches. This manual style is more disciplined than how I work, and I remain deeply impressed.” Steve Leung says: “I am thrilled to share my design journey and legacy from a very intimate perspective. Working on my dream home with Nakayama-san, a prominent architect and one of the best, and throughout this meaningful journey, I have learned so much from him and I hope I have returned this great favour. OOAK Niseko is a labour of love and a family home deeply rooted in design and in one of my most favourite locations in Japan.”

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