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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Takenaka Corporation to develop Andaz Hiroshima, marking Hyatt’s first hotel in western Japan’s Chūgoku region. Scheduled to open in 2027, the new property will further expand the brand’s presence in Japan following Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills.

A landmark in the heart of Hiroshima

Occupying the 21st to 31st floors of a new mixed-use high-rise, Andaz Hiroshima will serve as the architectural centerpiece of a large-scale public-private redevelopment in central Hiroshima. The 235-room hotel—including suites—will draw inspiration from the city’s cultural legacy and the history of the site, which once connected Hiroshima Castle to its surrounding town.

Guests can look forward to a rooftop bar and restaurant with panoramic city views, distinctive dining concepts, a fitness center with an indoor pool, and flexible event and banquet facilities designed for both business and social gatherings.

A city of peace and creativity

Globally known as the City of Peace, Hiroshima is home to the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nearby, Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island—famous for its floating torii gate—offers one of Japan’s most iconic views. The region also attracts cyclists and adventurers with scenic island routes linking Hiroshima’s Kure to Ehime Prefecture via seven bridges.

Today, Hiroshima has evolved into a creative and cultural hub that blends craftsmanship with modern innovation. Its thriving community of artists, chefs, musicians, and designers continues to shape the city’s global identity. The Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and numerous galleries and music venues embody this intersection of heritage and progress.

A destination on the rise

Well-connected by Japan’s Shinkansen high-speed rail—just 90 minutes from Osaka and four hours from Tokyo—and served by Hiroshima Airport, the city has become an increasingly attractive destination for both domestic and international travelers.

A personalized Andaz experience

Part of Hyatt’s Lifestyle Group, the Andaz brand—derived from the Hindi word for “personal style”—celebrates the individuality of each destination. Andaz Hiroshima will reflect the city’s unique character through its design, culinary concepts, and locally inspired experiences.

“Andaz Hiroshima will create a new pathway to explore Hiroshima’s culture,” said Amar Lalvani, President & Creative Director of The Lifestyle Group, Hyatt. “Our guests will have an inside view of the makers and artists shaping the city’s future.”

“We are delighted to bring the Andaz brand to one of Japan’s most forward-thinking cities,” added Masato Sasaki, President of Takenaka Corporation. “Building on our collaboration with Hyatt in Kyoto and New York, we are confident that Andaz Hiroshima will become a beloved landmark that embodies the spirit and creativity of Hiroshima.”

“It is an honor to introduce the Andaz brand to Hiroshima,” said Sam Sakamura, Representative Director of Japan and Micronesia, Hyatt. “With its mix of culture, tradition, and innovation, Hiroshima is a natural home for this iconic lifestyle brand.”

When it opens in 2027, Andaz Hiroshima will join Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills as Hyatt’s second Andaz property in Japan—further strengthening the company’s commitment to offering travelers immersive, design-forward, and locally inspired hospitality experiences across the country.

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