(TAN): Hilton has opened Hilton Hiroshima, marking the group’s first flagship branded hotel in Hiroshima.
Under an agreement with Fujimi-cho Development G.K., a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) set up by Setouchi Brand Corporation, Hilton Hiroshima is managed by Hilton, the hotel group said in news release.
Located in the center of Hiroshima city, the hotel is within a 10-minute drive from Hiroshima Station and is within walking distance of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Atomic Bomb Dome,” and Peace Memorial Park. The hotel also offers easy access to major dining, shopping and sightseeing spots such as the Hiroshima Castle and Itsukushima Shrine with its famous floating torii gate.
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“We are delighted to announce the opening of Hilton Hiroshima as the latest addition to Hilton’s flagship brand, in the centre of the Chugoku and Shikoku region,” said Timothy Soper, area vice president, head of Japan, Korea, and Micronesia, Hilton. “With Hilton’s extensive experience in Japan, we are incredibly honoured to partner with Setouchi Brand Corporation to set a benchmark for hospitality in the region. Being at the heart of both commerce and tourism, Hilton Hiroshima has been designed to meet the needs of both leisure and business travellers alike, as well as visitors attending international conferences and exhibitions. With Japan set to host the G7 summit in Hiroshima next year, we look forward to welcoming both international and domestic guests with Hilton’s signature hospitality.”
