Seven Hilton Hotels in Okinawa Collaborate with J-WAVE's Popular Program for Special Live Broadcast 'GRAND MARQUEE HAI-SAI EDITION' from June 8

[June 4, 2026 (Thursday)] Seven Hilton hotels in Okinawa Prefecture (under the supervision of Mao Miyazawa, Area General Manager for Okinawa and General Manager of Hilton Okinawa Sesoko Resort) will broadcast a special program titled 'GRAND MARQUEE HAI-SAI EDITION' in collaboration with J-WAVE (81.3FM)'s popular program 'GRAND MARQUEE'. The broadcast will run for four days from Monday, June 8, 2026, to Thursday, June 11, 2026, each day from 16:30 to 18:50.

This special program will introduce the multifaceted appeal of Okinawa from the perspectives of music and culture, broadcasting live for four days from Hilton hotels located in four areas of Okinawa Prefecture: Sesoko Island, Chatan Town, Naha City, and Miyako Island. A guest corner starting at 17:30 each day will feature artists representing Okinawa, such as HY and Rimi Natsukawa.

About the Special Program 'GRAND MARQUEE HAI-SAI EDITION'

Hilton operates a total of seven hotels in Okinawa Prefecture: one Canopy by Hilton, three Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and three DoubleTree by Hilton. Each hotel embodies the multifaceted appeal of Okinawa, including nature, waterfront, urban, historical, and island lifestyle aspects. The special program 'GRAND MARQUEE HAI-SAI EDITION' aims to go beyond introducing individual hotels, using the four-day live broadcast across the seven hotels to convey the charm of Okinawa itself from the perspectives of music and culture.

Program Name: GRAND MARQUEE HAI-SAI EDITION
Broadcaster: J-WAVE (81.3FM)
Broadcast Period: 4 days from Monday, June 8, 2026 to Thursday, June 11, 2026
Broadcast Time: 16:30 - 18:50 (140 minutes daily)
Relay Locations: 4 areas in Okinawa, 7 hotels
Linked Content: 3 original commercials (60 seconds each)

Navigators: Shinya Takano and Celina Ann. Mr. Takano is also involved in cultural content creation, having curated book selections for 'Reading Voyage', an in-hotel content program by Hilton Okinawa.

Broadcast/Relay Schedule:
June 8 (Mon) | Sesoko Island: Hilton Okinawa Sesoko Resort
June 9 (Tue) | Chatan Town: Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort and DoubleTree by Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort
June 10 (Wed) | Naha City: DoubleTree by Hilton Naha and DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle
June 11 (Thu) | Miyako Island: Canopy by Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort and Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort

Cultural Feature Exploring Okinawa's 'Seven Faces':
Beach Resort Surrounded by Sea and Nature: Hilton Okinawa Sesoko Resort, Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort
Waterfront Culture: Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort
Intersection of City and History: DoubleTree by Hilton Naha, DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle
Resort x Lifestyle: Canopy by Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort

Additionally, the original commercials (60 seconds each, 3 in total) broadcast during the program were produced by navigator Shinya Takano. The theme is 'New Okinawa Travel' proposed by Hilton Okinawa, expressing a stay experience connected to Okinawa's rich nature, history, and culture, vividly depicting the charm of travel. The narration features Junko Iwao, a voice actress and singer known for her leading role in the animated film 'Perfect Blue' and her work in 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' and 'Cardcaptor Sakura'.

About Hilton Hotels in Okinawa

As of May 2026, Hilton operates seven hotels in Okinawa Prefecture and is undertaking various initiatives to broadly share the appeal of the Okinawa area. By combining Hilton's signature hospitality with the unique character of each hotel, they disseminate information both within and outside the prefecture, valuing connections with Okinawa's nature, culture, food, and people. They aim to provide guests with enriching travel opportunities, discover new tourism resources and experiential value, and contribute to tourism promotion with a view to the region's future.

- 2012: DoubleTree by Hilton Naha opened
- 2014: Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort opened
- 2016: DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle opened
- 2018: DoubleTree by Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort opened
- 2020: Hilton Okinawa Sesoko Resort opened
- 2023: Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort opened
- 2026: Canopy by Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort opened

About Canopy by Hilton

Canopy by Hilton offers an upscale boutique hotel experience that maximizes local charm. Attractive and sophisticated design, food and beverages tailored to guests' preferences, and locally inspired touchpoints deliver a high-end, warm stay. Currently operating approximately 50 hotels in 15 countries and regions, with over 40 more openings planned. Reservations can be made via the official website or the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through Hilton's official channels receive immediate benefits. For the latest information, visit stories.hilton.com/canopybyhilton, Facebook, Instagram, and X.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For over 100 years, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the standard for hospitality, serving as a bridge between people, cultures, and communities worldwide. In popular global destinations, it provides places for people to gather, interact, and be in the spotlight through attractive design, vibrant shared spaces, lively lobbies and bars, top-tier restaurants, and iconic events. With over 600 hotels across six continents, it welcomes guests worldwide with expertise and heartfelt