[ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts] Announcement of New General Manager Appointment

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  • [ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts] Announcement of New General Manager Appointment
  • Masashi Araki, with 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, has been appointed as the new General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts effective April 1, 2026.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: April 1, 2026

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Masashi Araki, with 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, has been appointed as the new General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts effective April 1, 2026.

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[ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts] Announcement of New General Manager Appointment (April 1, 2026), PR Times
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PR Times
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April 1, 2026
Masashi Araki, with 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, has been appointed as the new General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts effective April 1, 2026.
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ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Kita-ku, Kyoto City, hereinafter ROKU KYOTO) announces that Masashi Araki has been appointed as the General Manager effective April 1, 2026. Araki, who has abundant experience of about 30 years in the hospitality industry, has held numerous key positions at hotels and hotel management companies both domestically and internationally. Moving forward, he will utilize his past experience and knowledge to oversee the operations of ROKU KYOTO. Upon his appointment as the General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, Araki stated the following: 'I am deeply honored to be appointed as the General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts, the first hotel in the Asia-Pacific region for Hilton's luxury brand, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Surrounded by the rich nature of Takagamine, Kyoto, ROKU KYOTO offers a high-quality resort experience to immerse oneself in the profound, yet-to-be-known charms of Kyoto under the concept of 'Dive into Kyoto'. This year marks our 5th anniversary, and we have achieved our long-cherished goal of receiving the highest 5-star rating in the Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Hotel category. In such a milestone year, as someone born and raised in Kyoto, I am very proud to welcome guests from home and abroad with our wonderful team members. Moving forward, as a hotel representing the 'LXR Hotels & Resorts' brand, we will strive for further value creation, aiming to be a 'destination hotel' where guests from all over the world visit Kyoto and Japan with ROKU KYOTO as their purpose.' 2006 General Manager, Holiday Inn Kyoto 2009 General Manager, Loisir Hotel & Spa Tower Naha 2012 General Manager Kanto Region, Solare Hotels and Resorts Co., Ltd. 2013 Executive Officer & General Manager, Biwako Hotel 2019 General Manager, Okinawa Marriott Resort & Spa 2022 General Manager, Tokyu Stay Mercure Osaka Namba 2025 Deputy General Manager, Marketing Strategy Division, Tokyu Resorts & Stays Co., Ltd. 'ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts' Overview Name: ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts Opening Date: Thursday, September 16, 2021 Location: 44-1 Kinugasa Kagamiishi-cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Number of Rooms: 114 rooms Food and Beverage Facilities: 'TENJIN' All Day Dining 'TENJIN' The Bar 'TENJIN' Chef's Table Spa Facility: THE ROKU SPA

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Who has been appointed as the new General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts and when does the appointment take effect?

Masashi Araki has been appointed as the General Manager of ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts, effective April 1, 2026.

What significant achievement did ROKU KYOTO accomplish in the Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Hotel category?

ROKU KYOTO achieved the highest 5-star rating in the Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Hotel category, marking a major milestone for the property.

What is the concept under which ROKU KYOTO offers its guest experience in Kyoto's Takagamine area?

ROKU KYOTO offers a high-quality resort experience under the concept of 'Dive into Kyoto,' emphasizing immersion in the city's lesser-known charms.

What previous position did Masashi Araki hold before his appointment at ROKU KYOTO in 2019?

Before his appointment at ROKU KYOTO, Masashi Araki served as General Manager of Okinawa Marriott Resort & Spa starting in 2019.

Why does Masashi Araki feel particularly proud to become General Manager of ROKU KYOTO in its 5th anniversary year?

As someone born and raised in Kyoto, Masashi Araki feels proud to lead ROKU KYOTO in its 5th anniversary year and welcome international and domestic guests with the team.