Five-star luxury hotels have long been somewhat of a rarity in Japan. But more are popping up around the country as foreign-based operators look to cash in on a tourism boom.

Royal Minor Hotels aims to operate hotels under the Anantara, Avani, and Tivoli brands, with a target of 21 hotels by 2035.

IHG Hotels & Resorts continues the rapid international growth of its newest midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, with the opening of its first three hotels in Japan, marking a significant ...