Renaissance Resort Okinawa Earns '4 Gyoiko Sakura' in Sakura Quality An ESG Practice International Certification
Renaissance Resort Okinawa in Onna Village has achieved the '4 Gyoiko Sakura' rank in the 'Sakura Quality Green' ESG certification for accommodations, becoming the 5th in Okinawa Prefecture to do so. The recognition highlights the resort's diverse SDG initiatives, including eco-friendly amenities, coral conservation, and cultural preservation.
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Renaissance Resort Okinawa (Onna Village, Okinawa; General Manager: Kiyoshi Iraha) was awarded the '4 Gyoiko Sakura'—the second-highest rank—in the international 'Sakura Quality An ESG Practice' (Sakura Quality Green) certification on April 20, 2026. This marks the fifth acquisition within Okinawa Prefecture and the second in Onna Village.
### About Sakura Quality Green
Sakura Quality Green is a Japanese-born SDG certification for accommodation facilities like hotels and ryokans. The standards are recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) in the U.S. and consist of 172 items based on the 17 SDGs. Evaluation is conducted on a five-level scale following on-site inspections by surveyors.
### Key Initiatives at Renaissance Resort Okinawa
- **Preserving Local Culture:** Staff perform traditional Okinawan 'Eisa' dances to share regional charm.
- **Environmental Information:** Disseminating information on SDGs and environmental protection via the official website and in-hotel signage.
- **Eco-friendly Guest Amenities:** Implementing guestroom amenities based on Marriott International's sustainability policy.
- **Local Collaboration:** Joint product development and exhibitions with local companies and artists; hosting workplace experiences for local students.
- **Nature Protection:** Coral conservation efforts, support for red soil runoff issues, and community cleaning activities in collaboration with regional organizations.
- **Charitable Donations:** Donating a portion of OMRC program proceeds to organizations such as UNICEF and WWF.
- **Human Resource Development:** Enhancing service quality and sustainability awareness through Marriott's 'DLZ' system and original training programs.
### About OMRC (Okinawa Marine Research Center)
Based on the concept of 'learning while playing,' OMRC operates dolphin and field programs at Renaissance Resort Okinawa and Motobu Genki-mura. They conduct environmental education on marine life, support protection activities, and carry out research.
Renaissance Resort Okinawa will continue to focus on sustainable tourism and community-conscious hotel management while providing a comfortable and high-quality stay experience.
### About Sakura Quality Green
Sakura Quality Green is a Japanese-born SDG certification for accommodation facilities like hotels and ryokans. The standards are recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) in the U.S. and consist of 172 items based on the 17 SDGs. Evaluation is conducted on a five-level scale following on-site inspections by surveyors.
### Key Initiatives at Renaissance Resort Okinawa
- **Preserving Local Culture:** Staff perform traditional Okinawan 'Eisa' dances to share regional charm.
- **Environmental Information:** Disseminating information on SDGs and environmental protection via the official website and in-hotel signage.
- **Eco-friendly Guest Amenities:** Implementing guestroom amenities based on Marriott International's sustainability policy.
- **Local Collaboration:** Joint product development and exhibitions with local companies and artists; hosting workplace experiences for local students.
- **Nature Protection:** Coral conservation efforts, support for red soil runoff issues, and community cleaning activities in collaboration with regional organizations.
- **Charitable Donations:** Donating a portion of OMRC program proceeds to organizations such as UNICEF and WWF.
- **Human Resource Development:** Enhancing service quality and sustainability awareness through Marriott's 'DLZ' system and original training programs.
### About OMRC (Okinawa Marine Research Center)
Based on the concept of 'learning while playing,' OMRC operates dolphin and field programs at Renaissance Resort Okinawa and Motobu Genki-mura. They conduct environmental education on marine life, support protection activities, and carry out research.
Renaissance Resort Okinawa will continue to focus on sustainable tourism and community-conscious hotel management while providing a comfortable and high-quality stay experience.
FAQ
ルネッサンス リゾート オキナワが取得した「サクラクオリティグリーン」とはどのような認証ですか？
日本発の宿泊施設向けSDGs認証で、米国のGSTC（世界持続可能観光協議会）より承認を受けた172の評価項目に基づき、宿泊施設のESG（環境・社会・ガバナンス）の実践を5段階で評価するものです。
今回取得した「4 御衣黄ザクラ」はどの程度の評価ですか？
5段階評価のうち、最高ランクに次ぐ上位の評価です。沖縄県内では5番目、恩納村内では2番目の取得事例となります。
ホテルが実施している具体的な環境保護活動は何ですか？
環境配慮型の客室アメニティの導入、恩納村観光協会等と連携したサンゴ保全や赤土流出問題への支援、地域清掃活動、そしてOMRCを通じた海洋生物保護活動や環境教育などを行っています。
地域社会との連携においてどのような取り組みを行っていますか？
スタッフによる沖縄伝統芸能「エイサー」の披露、地元企業・アーティストとの共同商品開発や展示企画、地元の小中学生の職場体験受け入れなどを実施しています。
OMRC（オキナワ マリン リサーチ センター）の役割は何ですか？
イルカとのふれあいプログラムなどの運営を通じて、「楽しく遊びながら学ぶ」環境教育を提供するとともに、収益の一部をユニセフ等の団体へ寄付し、自然保護活動を支援しています。