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Relais & Châteaux – The Conquest of the East

The Association is launching its first Mandarin version of the website and announces two new members in Japan and one in Macau

During his visit to a few countries around Asia, Jaume Tàpies, Chairman of Relais & Châteaux has announced to the media in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong and the launch of the new Chinese version of the website www.relaischateaux.cn

He presented in the same time two new members joining the Japanese delegation and a new one from Macau joining the Asian delegation.

Jaume Tàpies said," South-East Asia, China and Japan have been designated as priority destinations in our international development strategy. Our aim is to create a truly global portfolio of small independent establishments which embody the personalized service and unique experiences. This is the goal of our 480 properties around the World, serving our guests for over 50 years"

The information on www.relaischateaux.cn are:
-  a complete presentation of all Greater China members
-  a presentation of Relais & Châteaux per destination : France, Europe, America, Asia-Pacific and Africa- Middle East, but also per theme : œnology , romantic places, Spa or golf activities…
-  details of our sales agencies in Hong Kong and Shanghai

The 2 new members in Japan are :
- Beniya Mukayu à Kanazawa, Ishikawa
- Tobira Onsen Myojinkan à Matsumoto, Nagano

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ABOUT RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 480 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 56 countries.

Established in France in 1954, the Association’s mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.

Furthermore, Relais & Châteaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grands Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for and a personal commitment to ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony, an unforgettable celebration of the senses.

From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
The Relais & Châteaux signature reflects this ambition: “ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD”.

Beniya Mukayu - Japan, Kaga-shi
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Founded in 1928 in the spa town of Yamashiro, Beniya Mukayu is located on the road from the revered Kyoto to the world heritage sites Shirakawago-Gokayama, close to Kanazawa. The hotel’s architecture elegantly emphasizes contrasts between light, shade and neutral colours. Every room has its own private open-air hot spring bath, with a wonderful view of the authentic Japanese garden. The traditional tea ceremony performed by the owner, yoga lessons given every morning, the finest Kaga style Kaiseki cuisine served on locally crafted crockery, as well as invigorating medicinal spa treatments, combine to make Beniya Mukayu a peaceful haven. ...Read more

 

Tobira Onsen Myojinkan - Japan, Matsumoto-shi
Hotel and restaurant in a park
In the heart of Japan’s “Northern Alps”, discover the secret charms of this hotel that opened in 1931. This little jewel is tucked away in the calm and serenity of the mountains, between the snowy peaks and fine traditional hot springs, located in the national park, and renowned for their therapeutic qualities. Tobira Onsen Myojinkan offers a divinely serene atmosphere in the forest, relaxing baths in the heart of nature, superb rooms and suites and aromatherapy. The sophisticated Kaiseki-style food is a marvellous balance of textures, flavours and colours. Organic French cuisine is also on offer, prepared by a talented chef who specializes in macrobiotic cuisine. ...Read more