IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to open the first Regent resort destination in Japan in 2028, marking the expansion of the brand’s presence in the country.
The new luxury resort in Karuizawa town in Japan will feature 58 rooms and villas designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma.
IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan CEO Abhijay Sandilya said: “We are delighted to announce the addition of Regent Karuizawa, our first Regent resort destination in Japan, to our estate, marking another important milestone in the growth of the brand in the country and around the world.
“Karuizawa is a special location within easy reach of Tokyo, renowned for its outstanding natural habitat and relaxing, rejuvenating environment. Regent is the perfect brand for this site as it enables us to create an immersive destination that harmonises tranquillity, exploration and luxury while providing seamless experiences for guests that will establish a new standard for luxury hospitality in the area.”
According to Sandilya, Karuizawa town has experienced inbound travel growth of 30% since 2019.
“Regent Karuizawa will help meet this rising demand by providing experiential trips that encompass authentic cultural moments in the luxury space.
“The property also perfectly complements the under-construction Regent Kyoto as it joins IHG’s growing luxury and upper luxury portfolio, while highlighting the attractiveness of our Regent brand to owners looking to open outstanding properties in city and resort locations across Japan,” Sandilya added.
The resort’s dining options will include a speciality restaurant and a variety of bar options.
The new-build will also provide meeting spaces, signature spa, alongside a gym for guests seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Regent Karuizawa will join Hotel Indigo Karuizawa in the Nagano Prefecture town.
It will be the second Regent property in the country, following Regent Kyoto, which is scheduled to open earlier in 2028.
IHG currently operates 55 hotels across ten brands in Japan and has 17 properties under development as of 30 June 2025.
The company has recently entered into a management agreement to introduce the Holiday Inn brand in Siliguri, West Bengal, India.
