Tokyo, Japan —The Hotel Design Summit Japan #HDSJ is returning with renewed momentum at the 4th Hospitality Japan Conference 2025 #HJC2025, taking place at The Capitol Hotel Tokyu in Tokyo on October 15 and 16. Running alongside the Hotel Investment Summit Japan #HISJ, the #HDSJ will dive into themes of heritage preservation, adaptive reuse, design appropriation, multisensory guest experiences, and sustainability in hotel design.
Through expert-led panels and focused presentations, the summit will examine sustainable architecture and eco-friendly design, smart technology integration, art and cultural expression, waste management and building efficiency, innovative interior and lighting design, and strategies to enhance wellness and the overall guest experience.
Tourists in Japan are increasingly seeking unique and authentic experiences that reflect Japanese culture. Hotel designers and architects must respond to this opportunity by reimagining spaces that blend tradition with innovation.
The summit will feature curated panel discussions and solo presentations in both English and Japanese. Among these sessions, the panel titled “Built to Last: Reviving Heritage through Hotel Design” will explore how Japan is restoring its architectural soul through boutique hospitality—from Meiji-era townhouses to Edo-period castles and forgotten post-war districts. The discussion will highlight how adaptive reuse can protect cultural identity, generate economic value, and support regional revival.
In another panel titled “The Circular Hotel: Materials, Energy, and Waste from Design to Operation” under the Sustainability, Smart Building & Circular Solutions Track, industry stakeholders will discuss how to design out waste and inefficiency — from green roofs and insulation to in-room energy tracking and smart waste separation.
Among Japan’s major tourist destinations, Kyoto attracts travelers seeking rich cultural experiences, while Hokkaido is favored for its winter resorts and natural scenery. Okinawa offers beachside escapes, and regional cities like Hiroshima and Fukuoka blend historical depth with modern appeal.
More than just a showcase of trends, #HDSJ will bring together design thinkers, architects, and hospitality leaders to shape how Japan’s hotels evolve—culturally, sustainably, and experientially. From preserving legacy structures to innovating for the modern guest, the summit sets the stage for hotel design that is both rooted and forward-looking.
Through expert-led panels and focused presentations, the summit will examine sustainable architecture and eco-friendly design, smart technology integration, art and cultural expression, waste management and building efficiency, innovative interior and lighting design, and strategies to enhance wellness and the overall guest experience.
Tourists in Japan are increasingly seeking unique and authentic experiences that reflect Japanese culture. Hotel designers and architects must respond to this opportunity by reimagining spaces that blend tradition with innovation.
The summit will feature curated panel discussions and solo presentations in both English and Japanese. Among these sessions, the panel titled “Built to Last: Reviving Heritage through Hotel Design” will explore how Japan is restoring its architectural soul through boutique hospitality—from Meiji-era townhouses to Edo-period castles and forgotten post-war districts. The discussion will highlight how adaptive reuse can protect cultural identity, generate economic value, and support regional revival.
In another panel titled “The Circular Hotel: Materials, Energy, and Waste from Design to Operation” under the Sustainability, Smart Building & Circular Solutions Track, industry stakeholders will discuss how to design out waste and inefficiency — from green roofs and insulation to in-room energy tracking and smart waste separation.
Among Japan’s major tourist destinations, Kyoto attracts travelers seeking rich cultural experiences, while Hokkaido is favored for its winter resorts and natural scenery. Okinawa offers beachside escapes, and regional cities like Hiroshima and Fukuoka blend historical depth with modern appeal.
More than just a showcase of trends, #HDSJ will bring together design thinkers, architects, and hospitality leaders to shape how Japan’s hotels evolve—culturally, sustainably, and experientially. From preserving legacy structures to innovating for the modern guest, the summit sets the stage for hotel design that is both rooted and forward-looking.
