CHICAGO – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Kiraku, Inc. (“Kiraku”). and Takenaka Corporation announced today the final close of Atona Impact Fund, a real estate fund dedicated to actively investing in development projects under the Atona brand, a modern luxury hot spring ryokan (Japanese-style inn) joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate and Kiraku.
In addition to the initial investors announced at the fund’s first close in May 2024—Takenaka Corporation , which joined as a General Partner alongside a Hyatt affiliate, and Kiraku—the fund has also raised capital commitments from Aratama Corporation Co., Ltd., Cool Japan Fund Inc., Humble House Hotel Co., Ltd., MUFG Bank, Ltd., and others, bringing the total fund size to 22 billion yen (approximately 149 million US dollars).
About Atona Impact Fund
The Atona Impact Fund is a real estate fund dedicated to investing in the development and renovation of ryokans to be operated under the Atona brand. Amidst growing enthusiasm for travel across Japan, the fund aims to identify and invest in unique, high-quality tourism assets, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the long-term value and fostering the sustainable development of Japan’s regional areas.
About Atona
In 2022, Kiraku and a Hyatt affiliate formed Atona Co., Ltd., a strategic joint venture to develop a collection of new luxury onsen (hot spring) ryokans targeting sophisticated global travelers. Atona Co., Ltd. is comprised of seasoned professionals in international hotel management and operations who have a deep understanding of Japanese culture. Leveraging Kiraku’s experience in regional business development and private equity investments, combined with Hyatt’s expertise in global hospitality, Atona-branded ryokans are set to expand their presence across Japan, offering worldly travelers an authentic experience with contemporary comforts as they discover the quintessential charms of the country.
Each Atona property will typically feature 30 to 50 guestrooms, onsen facilities using natural hot spring water from the local landscape, and open kitchen restaurants and bars showcasing seasonal ingredients. Guests can also look forward to wellness experiences centered around the onsen, as well as curated activities that highlight the unique culture and charm of each region.
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Name: Atona Impact Fund
Fund Size: 22 billion yen (approximately 149 million US dollars)
Investment Focus: Japanese real estate
General Partner: Atona Impact Fund GP（A joint venture between Hyatt and Kiraku, and Takenaka as an investment partner）
Name: Atona Co., Ltd.
Business: Operation of onsen ryokans
Established: July 15, 2022
Co-Representatives: Kou William Sundberg (Chief Executive Officer, Kiraku), Sam Sakamura (Vice President, Hyatt Japan and Micronesia)
Website: https://www.atona.co/
The term “Hyatt” is used in this press release to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or its affiliates.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of June 30, 2024, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,350 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 78 countries across six continents. The Company’s offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval®, Alila®, Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Dream® Hotels, Hyatt Centric®, and Caption by Hyatt®; the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt®, and JdV by Hyatt®; and the Inclusive Collection, including Impression by Secrets, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith™, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
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