Destinations range from art-filled islands and secluded hot spring towns to buzzing urban centres.
Whether you’re planning a wellness retreat, craving a peaceful beachfront villa, or want to stay somewhere design-forward and culturally connected, these new properties cater to a wide range of travel styles.
1. MUJI BASE TESHIMA II (Kagawa Prefecture)
MUJI BASE TESHIMA II opened in April and offers travellers a minimalist and thoughtfully designed retreat on the art-filled island of Teshima.
Housed in a beautifully restored traditional home, the property blends MUJI’s signature simplicity with local craftsmanship and includes serene views of the island’s landscape.
Designed for couples or small groups seeking a slower style of travel, the stay is ideal for those visiting Setouchi Triennale or looking to immerse themselves in Teshima’s creative, coastal charm.
2. Rosewood Miyakojima (Okinawa Prefecture)
Rosewood Miyakojima opened in March, marking the brand’s debut in Japan.
Set on a secluded peninsula in Okinawa’s Miyakojima Island, the all-villa resort features 55 private pool villas designed by Studio Piet Boon, using Ryukyu limestone and natural materials to reflect the island’s landscape.
Guests can dive into immersive experiences like Okinawan spearfishing, marine ecology tours and pottery workshops, or simply unwind with tradition-inspired spa rituals, beachfront dining and panoramic sea views.
This is a refined stay for couples, families and solo travellers seeking both culture and calm.
3. One Fukuoka Hotel (Fukuoka Prefecture)
Opened in April, One Fukuoka Hotel is perched on the top floors of the newly developed One Fukuoka Building, a sleek new mixed-use development in the heart of Tenjin, Fukuoka’s premier shopping and business district.
Directly connected to Tenjin Station and across from Tenjin Underground Shopping Centre, the hotel offers convenience and panoramic views of Hakata Bay.
With easy access to boutiques, cafes, and major attractions, the hotel caters perfectly to couples, solo travellers and small families.
4. Villa Tsubonakagawa (Ehime Prefecture)
Villa Tsubonakagawa, which opened in February, is a luxury, whole-property retreat set in the tranquil Okudogo area near Matsuyama City.
Designed for privacy and exclusivity, the villa features expansive interiors, a private garden and its own helipad, offering a seamless arrival for guests arriving by air.
Surrounded by forested hills and hot spring-rich terrain, the stay is ideal for couples or small groups seeking a serene, nature-immersed escape with easy and central access to the cultural charms of Matsuyama.
5. Ishinoya Beppu (Oita Prefecture)
Opened in July, Ishinoya Beppu is a modern hot spring retreat set in the heart of Beppu, one of Japan’s most renowned onsen towns.
Located adjacent to the newly renovated Sand Bath facility in Shonin Park, the property offers a tranquil base to experience the region’s therapeutic bathing traditions in both classic and contemporary forms.
The hotel features elegantly minimalist rooms, open-air baths and serene communal spaces designed to encourage rest and reflection.
Ideal for couples, solo travellers and wellness-focused guests, Ishinoya Beppu is a fresh new addition to Oita’s vibrant geothermal landscape.
6. Gran Lectore Yugawara (Kanagawa Prefecture)
Gran Lectore Yugawara is an all-inclusive wellness retreat in the heart of this historic hot spring town.
The revamped six-storey hotel which re-opened in February, features just 55 spacious rooms, some with a private open air bath, designed to offer a peaceful modern escape.
Guests can enjoy natural onsen, a sauna and an in-house restaurant MAKIBI, which serves wood-fired seasonal cuisines.
With drinks, meals and activities included in the stay, it’s ideal for couples, solo travellers or friends seeking a rejuvenating getaway.
7. Base Layer Hotel (Aichi Prefecture)
Opened in July, Base Layer Hotel is the debut property of FAV Hospitality Group’s new “culture-business hotel” brand, developed with GREENING Co.
Located in Nagoya’s Nishiki district, it’s close to multiple subway lines and blends convenience with creative energy.
The hotel includes 186 rooms across seven types, a reservation-only private sauna, shared laundry and locker rooms and curated goods for sale.
Designed with solo and business travellers in mind, it’s equally welcoming to anyone seeking a modern, flexible base with local character.
Main image: Villa Tsubonakagawa
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