Hoshino Resorts is now accepting reservations for Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki, the eighth property in its RISONARE brand and its first in the Kyushu-Yamaguchi area. The resort is scheduled to open on December 11, 2025.
Located in a prime location overlooking the Kanmon Strait—a narrow waterway separating Japan’s Honshu and Kyushu islands—the hotel offers panoramic views from every guest room, as well as from its terraces and pools within the facility.
The hotel’s architecture incorporates design elements inspired by the Kanmon Strait and Shimonoseki’s signature delicacy, fugu (pufferfish). The hotel also takes full advantage of its waterfront setting, offering immersive experiences that connect guests to the dynamic beauty of the strait.
Distinctive Accommodations with a Local Touch
RISONARE Shimonoseki features 187 guest rooms across nine room types. Each room showcases emerald green interiors inspired by the colours of the strait itself. Guests can choose from a range of options, including rooms that accommodate up to five people and pet-friendly selections, catering to various travel needs and companions.
The “Strait Cabana Suite” features a private sandy beach within the living space, creating a secluded coastal retreat. Guests staying in this suite receive a “Strait Cabana Box” stocked with items like a telescope and seashells, inviting them to explore and unwind while enjoying stunning top-floor views of the strait.
Culinary Delights Featuring Fugu
Dining is a key part of the RISONARE experience. The hotel’s main restaurant, OTTO SETTE, will bring the celebrated dining concept from RISONARE’s properties in Tomamu, Nasu, and Yatsugatake to Shimonoseki. The restaurant will offer a refined Italian dinner course incorporating regional ingredients, including inventive preparations of fugu.
For more casual fare, PUKU PUKU, the buffet restaurant, will serve both breakfast and dinner featuring a variety of local and seasonal dishes. The menu includes specialties like fugu karaage, bouillabaisse, and Kawara Soba, a beloved regional noodle dish.
Immersive Pool and Play Areas
The hotel’s infinity pool is designed to seamlessly merge the water’s surface with the sea and sky, with breathtaking views of the Kanmon Bridge, Moji Port on the opposite side, and passing ships—a tranquil setting for rest and relaxation.
The all-season indoor pool draws playful inspiration from fugu. A 30-meter water slide extends outdoors, offering a thrilling ride that mimics the currents of the strait. There’s also a shallow children’s pool, interactive water play equipment, and toddler-friendly slides, making it a fun and safe space for families.
Outdoor Spaces and Unique Activities
The Nami Nami Terrace, designed with gentle wave-like curves, features a lawn, reclining benches, and counter seating. It’s an ideal spot for guests to relax while enjoying the ever-changing Kanmon Strait scenery.
For younger guests, the Captain Academy offers an exciting hands-on activity where children can experience life as a ship’s captain. Dressed in original RISONARE uniforms, participants explore the captain’s cabin and put their knowledge to the test while navigating the strait.
A Commitment to Regional Revitalisation
In April 2022, Hoshino Resorts signed a “Partnership Agreement Regarding Regional Revitalisation” with Shimonoseki City. Beyond operating the resort, the company is committed to collaborating with the city to enhance the appeal of the Arukapoto and Karato areas.
The initiative focuses on creating experiences that celebrate the area’s natural and cultural assets, like the morning market and nighttime strait views, and activities such as cruising and fishing. The goal is to offer visitors multiple ways to enjoy the charm of Shimonoseki and the broader Kanmon area throughout the day.
Architectural Design by Klein Dytham Architecture (KDa)
Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki was designed by Klein Dytham Architecture (KDa), known for creating vibrant, inviting spaces with iconic character. Their portfolio includes Daikanyama T-SITE/Tsutaya Bookstore and GINZA PLACE. They also designed RISONARE Nasu’s POKO POKO, winner of the 2021 Dezeen Award for “Hospitality Building of the Year,” and the upcoming Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Fukui, scheduled to open in 2027.
Facility Overview
Facility Name: Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Shimonoseki
Location: Arukapoto 4-1, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Price: From 21,000 JPY per night per person (based on double occupancy, tax included, meals not included)
Phone: 050-3134-8093 (RISONARE Reservation Center)
Number of Rooms: 187
Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 12:00
Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car or bus from JR Shimonoseki Station, approximately 90 minutes by train from Fukuoka Airport
Opening Date: December 11, 2025
