Hyatt Hotels Opens Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka, a New Community-Minded Hotel

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE) announced yesterday the opening of Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka, a dynamic, community-minded hotel in the heart of Osaka, Japan. The 167-room lifestyle hotel features self-activated touchpoints, vibrant social spaces, and a trendy design aesthetic with an unmistakable neighborhood feel.

A New Era for Business and Leisure Travelers

Caption by Hyatt hotels provide a seamless guest experience with self-service check-in, digital keys, Staycast streaming technology, hydration stations on every level, flexible co-working spaces, and lively social and food and beverage concepts. The new hotel in Namba Osaka embodies these features, fostering community connections.

Global Expansion

Following the brand's debut in June 2022 with Caption by Hyatt Beale Street Memphis in the US and the recent opening of Caption by Hyatt Zhongshan Park Shanghai in April 2024, Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka is the brand's latest venture in the Asia Pacific region. Upcoming hotels are planned for Ho Chi Minh City, Sydney, and Tokyo.

A Thriving Hub in Osaka

Situated in one of Osaka’s leading entertainment districts, Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka is easily accessible from Kansai and Osaka International Airports and within walking distance of Nippombashi and Namba Metro stations, as well as major railway stations. Guests can explore nearby attractions like the Dōtonbori district, Kuromon Market, the National Bunraku Theatre, Osaka Shochikuza Theatre, and Namba Grand Kagez.

Talk Shop: A Social Epicenter

Upon arrival, guests enter ‘Talk Shop,’ a reimagined social space that combines an all-day lounge, workspace, coffee shop, eatery, grab-and-go artisanal market, and cocktail bar. Hosting creative workshops, open mic music nights, pop-up installations, and book clubs, Talk Shop serves as the hotel’s vibrant community hub.

Talk Shop events include:

• Japanese Kitchen Knives History and Production: Learn about traditional Japanese kitchen knives from craftsmen at a 70-year-old knife shop.
• Food Sample Making Workshop: Discover the art of food sample making, a tradition originating in Osaka 100 years ago.

Locally Inspired Design and Amenities

Guests are welcomed with a soy milk drink from a 100-year-old tofu shop. The hotel’s 167 rooms, ranging from 215 to 322 square feet, feature playful and thoughtful designs. Large picture windows offer views of Namba, while the interior decor includes hardware inspired by samurai swords, traditional Japanese patterns, and murals by Osakan artist ZAnPon.

Additional facilities include a 24-hour Fitness Center and Coin Laundry located on the 2nd floor.

Community and Sustainability Commitment

Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka aims to expand the definition of wellness to include a sense of belonging and community. The hotel hires locally, partners with local vendors, and implements sustainable practices such as using bulk amenities, avoiding single-use plastics, and stocking fridges with locally sourced ingredients.

Shintaro Fukuda, General Manager of Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka, stated:

“We are excited to introduce the Caption by Hyatt brand and its belief in caring for people and community to one of Japan’s most dynamic locations. Our vibrant walls reflect the variety of perspectives and experiences our guests will bring to Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka, and our hope is for them to make the hotel their own.”

For more information, visit the Hyatt Hotels Corporation website.