--- title: "03:00 ETMIMARU Expands in Osaka as Family Travel to Japan Increases; Reservations Open for Two New Apartment Hotels" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/280269387.md" description: "MIMARU, Japan's leading apartment-style accommodation brand, is expanding in Osaka with two new properties set to open in fall 2026. Reservations for MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi Central and MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Annex have already begun. This expansion caters to the increasing number of international families visiting Japan, with Osaka being a key destination due to its vibrant culture and accessibility. The new properties will offer spacious accommodations designed for groups, enhancing MIMARU's presence in the region as international travel continues to rise." datetime: "2026-03-24T07:00:36.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/280269387.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/280269387.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/280269387.md) --- # 03:00 ETMIMARU Expands in Osaka as Family Travel to Japan Increases; Reservations Open for Two New Apartment Hotels \- New Shinsaibashi and Namba Properties Opening in Fall 2026 for International Families Seeking Spacious Accommodations in One of Japan's Most Vibrant Destinations - , /PRNewswire/ -- MIMARU, Japan's leading apartment-style accommodation brand for families and groups, operated by Cosmos Hotel Management Co., Ltd., has announced its expansion in Osaka with two new properties scheduled to open in fall 2026. Reservations for MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi Central and MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Annex opened this March. Image1: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xJMvF3E0zTwH24knioFNmU9eFcConXCU/view?usp=drive\_link According to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), international travel to Japan has continued to reach record levels. In 2025, the country welcomed more than 42 million international visitors, the highest number ever recorded. A growing share of these travelers are families visiting together, increasing demand for accommodations that allow multiple people to stay comfortably in one space. Image2: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E7Zkgmh-9vORa4\_PZm\_Toj8zRhpcFzkc/view?usp=drive\_link Osaka is widely known for its welcoming atmosphere and lively food culture. With Kansai International Airport serving as a major international hub and global attention surrounding the Osaka-Kansai Expo, the city is expected to continue growing as a key base for international travelers exploring western Japan. "While Japanese society can sometimes be perceived as reserved when interacting with international visitors, our brand welcomes guests from around the world every day," said Mao Mochizuki, Overseas PR Representative. "With staff from 39 nationalities, we help overseas visitors feel comfortable exploring Japan's culture and neighborhoods while also connecting with local communities." The two new Osaka properties are located in convenient neighborhoods for sightseeing, shopping, and dining, continuing MIMARU's signature approach of spacious rooms and thoughtful features designed with families and groups in mind. Image3: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F52BKP19X16ODDn3nHDxOTFLAxvprBI9/view?usp=drive\_link MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi Central, opening September 1, 2026, will feature 66 rooms designed for groups of four to six guests and is a 2-minute walk from Shinsaibashi Station. https://mimaruhotels.com/en/hotel/shinsaibashi-central/ MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Annex, opening October 1, 2026, will offer 68 rooms designed for larger groups and longer stays, a 5-minute walk from Namba Station, a major hub for travel across the Kansai region. https://mimaruhotels.com/en/hotel/namba-station-annex/ Together, the two properties will further strengthen MIMARU's presence in Osaka as international travel to Japan continues to grow. Further information: https://mimaruhotels.com/en/luggage-delivery/ https://anywear-anywhere.com/ https://anone-kids.com/ ### Related Stocks - [1925.JP](https://longbridge.com/en/quote/1925.JP.md) ## Related News & Research - [Daiwa House unit Stanley Martin to acquire Holiday Builders, making it wholly owned subsidiary](https://longbridge.com/en/news/294317008.md) - [Daiwa House starts study on hydrogen production and use with local industries in Shiga’s Maibara City](https://longbridge.com/en/news/294317004.md) - [Hilton opens LivSmart Studios long-stay hotel in Pensacola, Florida](https://longbridge.com/en/news/293945344.md) - [Got the Ticket? Agoda Shares 4 Ways Malaysians Are Turning Concert Cities Into Year-End Getaways](https://longbridge.com/en/news/294446939.md) - [Osaka Soda Cuts Size of Treasury Share Disposal for Employee Stock Plan](https://longbridge.com/en/news/294025588.md)