IT’S AN EXCITING TIME IN OSAKA, Japan’s go-to city for incredible food, fun and nightlife. The city is hosting Osaka World Expo 2025 — it’s the first time the city has hosted a World Expo since 1970.
This international event will draw the world’s attention from 13 April through 13 October, 2025, and features the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” The incredible experience is expected to draw more than 28 million visitors during its six-month tenure, each visitor excited to learn about addressing global challenges and showcasing new innovations.
Moxy Kyoto Nijo
Moxy Osaka Honmachi
Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda
Aloft Osaka Dojima
As guests pour into Japan’s Kansai region for the Expo, comprising Osaka, Kyoto and Nara, there will be a demand for diverse hotels and accommodations across a swath of the region, with business travellers visiting the Expo along with families, students, and more.
Marriott Bonvoy, with its extensive portfolio of hotels ranging from luxury to select service, is ready to offer an ideal base for every traveller exploring Osaka, Kyoto or Nara.
Luxurious Lodgings
W Osaka
If you’re hoping to be closer to the Expo in Osaka, book a stay at the unmatched W Osaka, perched in the vibrant heart of Shinsaibashi, on hip Midōsuji Boulevard. For those who want to check out the electric nightlife of Dotonbori after the Expo, this address places you right around the corner from the action with 337 rooms and suites that blend cultural heritage and bold design.
From social spaces that kick it up a notch to unforgettable dining experiences, booking here ensures playful stays in a luxuriously fun setting
If themed dining and elevated luxury appeal to you, take a look at The St. Regis Osaka. With new restaurants and a location in the centre of beautiful Midosuji — known as the Champs Elysées of Osaka — this prestigious address places you near the Expo as well as Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and the city’s best shopping.
Just steps from the train station, the hotel’s 12th-floor terrace provides panoramic views of Osaka’s skyline. Its 160 luxury hotel rooms and suites include the famed St. Regis Butler Service, available around the clock.
At mealtime, visit onsite restaurants, including La Veduta, Teppanyaki WAJO, and Brasserie RÉGINE. When it’s time to relax, the hotel features a 355-sqm wellness destination in the exclusive IRIDIUM featuring SOTHYS Spa.
The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka
Suiran, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
At The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka, each guestroom has been recently upgraded and renovated for even more indulgent comfort. Perched in the heart of the city’s prestigious Umeda district, known for both business pursuits and shopping excellence, the grand hotel features local arts and antiques to provide a deep sense of place within the city.
Offering 237 guestrooms, and 54 suites — including two traditional Japanese suites and two signature The Ritz-Carlton Suites — every guest will be spoiled, and spoiled for choice, at this five-star Forbes Travel Guide 2025-rated hotel.
As Osaka takes center stage in 2025, Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio ensures every traveller finds an ideal sanctuary. From the riverside tranquillity of The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto to W Osaka’s vibrant urban energy, these properties offer diverse experiences while providing convenient access to both the Expo and the region’s timeless cultural attractions.
For those looking for a truly indulgent stay in one of the world’s most atmospheric cities, look no further than the luxurious lodgings of The Ritz Carlton, Kyoto. The first luxury urban resort in Japan, this address offers serene tranquillity after a day spent exploring the Expo.
Featuring sweeping views of the Higashiyama Mountains and a prime position along the banks of the Kamogawa River, guests can choose from 134 rooms with traditional Japanese décor, dine and drink at four bars and restaurants and unwind at the spa.
JW Marriott Hotel Nara
For those looking for an elevated yet peaceful stay in picturesque Nara, the luxurious and sophisticated JW Marriott Hotel Nara offers incredible service with a personal touch. With 142 elegant guestrooms and 16 suites, this hotel offers unique dining experiences, including a multi-concept food theatre experience called Silk Road Dining, refined Japanese fare at Azekura and signature cocktails and more at Flying Stag lounge bar.
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