A First Look at Tokyo's Trendiest Hotel Stepping Outside the Capital! TRUNK (HOTEL) SAPPORO to Arrive in Hokkaido in 2027

If you often visit Tokyo, you’re likely familiar with TRUNK (HOTEL)’s unique luxury aesthetic and social vibe. Now, the premium boutique hospitality brand has officially announced its expansion outside the capital. It has chosen the bustling Odori district in central Sapporo, Hokkaido, for its largest flagship project yet—TRUNK (HOTEL) SAPPORO, scheduled to open on September 17, 2027.

This new 18-story property with 107 guest rooms marks a new chapter for the brand. It has revealed five core highlights set to redefine the luxury vacation experience in Japan’s northern island.

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Highlights 1 & 2: A full-floor immersive bathhouse and the legendary Sushi Saito

The most striking announcements involve two brand firsts. In a rare design choice, the hotel dedicates an entire floor to its first-ever spa facility, TRUNK (BATH HOUSE). Designed around the concept of a “water sanctuary,” the space leads guests through a reception lobby and bar to a 40-meter water corridor. This path opens into 10 public bathing areas with varied lighting, soundscapes, and water temperatures, alongside saunas, cold plunges, and an outdoor relaxation area looking out at Hokkaido’s seasonal landscapes.

On the dining front, the hotel shared major news: Sushi Saito, the legendary restaurant that held three Michelin stars for 10 consecutive years and is known among food lovers as one of the hardest reservations in the world, is officially opening a location here! Adding to its spots in Tokyo and Seoul, this new restaurant will combine the Tokyo main branch’s delicate Edomae sushi techniques with Hokkaido’s exceptional seasonal seafood to offer a dining experience exclusive to Sapporo.

Highlights 3 & 4: Winter-exclusive glass domes, a starry terrace, and mid-century design

Located on the upper floors, the LOUNGE & BAR offers all-day dining and live piano music alongside a spacious outdoor terrace overlooking the Sapporo skyline. Keeping the northern winter in mind, the team specifically designed winter-only geodesic glass domes for outdoor dining. Even when the snow is falling, guests can sit inside the warm domes, surrounded by 360-degree snowy views, while sipping custom cocktails and enjoying a highly romantic winter evening.

For the interior design, GENERAL DESIGN and TRUNK Atelier collaborated to create the spaces. The 107 guest rooms blend mid-century folk style with local Hokkaido craftsmanship, mixing clean modern lines with warm local textures for a calm, elegant stay.

Highlight 5: A minimalist forest chapel

In keeping with the brand’s social focus, the property features a private screening room for intimate entertainment with friends. The hotel also includes a minimalist, forest-inspired chapel with 6-meter-tall ceilings that let in plenty of natural light, offering a bright, elegant venue for weddings and brand events.

For travelers who appreciate refined accommodations and sensory experiences, TRUNK (HOTEL) SAPPORO is more than a hotel; it is a destination combining a premium bathhouse, a legendary dining spot, and striking views. You might want to add this opening date to your wishlist for a future luxury getaway to Hokkaido in 2027.

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