IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced its sponsorship of World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, and the UK Pavilion, reinforcing its commitment to growth in Japan and the Asia-Pacific region.
With 10 hotels in Osaka and more than 50 across Japan, IHG is well-positioned to support the global event, which is expected to attract millions of visitors between April and October.
As a Supporting Partner of the UK at Expo 2025, IHG aligns with the event’s theme, Designing Future Society for Our Lives, through its expertise in sustainable travel, digital innovation, and world-class hospitality.
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The partnership also supports Japan’s tourism goals, which saw record-breaking visitor numbers in 2024, surpassing 36.8 million arrivals.
Abhijay Sandilya, IHG’s Managing Director for Japan & Micronesia, highlighted Japan’s importance as a key market, emphasizing the company’s passion for growth and commitment to exceptional hospitality.
IHG, the second-largest global hotel group in Japan, recently celebrated 60 years in the country and continues to expand its presence.
As a UK-headquartered company, IHG’s sponsorship strengthens the UK Pavilion’s ability to foster collaborations and showcase British innovation.
Carolyn Davidson, Commissioner General for the UK at Expo 2025, praised IHG for representing British excellence in hospitality and enhancing connections between UK and Japanese businesses.
Japan remains central to IHG’s expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, where the company recently surpassed 1,000 open hotels.
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