In the news release, Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion Awarded a MICHELIN One-Key Rating for the Second Year in a Row, issued 07-Nov-2025 by Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the second photo with its caption should be removed; besides, the sentence "※The above times apply during the illumination period." is added in the "Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Yasaka Shrine Area" and "Kennin-ji Temple" part. The complete, corrected release follows:
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion Awarded a MICHELIN One-Key Rating for the Second Year in a Row
A serene sanctuary and an elegant gateway to Kyoto's autumn splendor
TOKYO, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. is delighted to announce that Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion has once again earned the prestigious Michelin One-Key distinction, marking its second consecutive year of recognition by the Michelin Guide released on October 8, 2025. Four other distinguished properties within the Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management portfolio were also featured in this year's edition.
Launched in 2024, the Michelin Key recognizes hotels offering exceptional and memorable stays that embody excellence in design, comfort, and service. In its second year, the program honored 128 remarkable properties across Japan.
Located in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto's storied district of tranquil beauty and deep cultural heritage, moments from the historic Kennin-ji Temple, Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion harmoniously blends timeless Kyoto aesthetics with contemporary sophistication. Guests are invited to savor a Kyoto-style breakfast curated by the historic restaurant Yasaka Endo, unwind in serene public baths overlooking an intimate garden, and immerse themselves in Japanese artistry within the guest lounge, where origami paper and traditional stationery invite moments of quiet reflection. This season, the hotel also invites guests to embrace the spirit of self-care travel—a refined "treat-yourself" retreat for those seeking calm, beauty, and renewal amid Kyoto's autumn splendor.
The Celestine Hotels brand encompasses three distinctive destinations in Japan—Kyoto, Ginza, and Shiba in Tokyo. Each embodies the concept of an elegant retreat, offering refined experiences inspired by the local culture and surroundings. This autumn, we warmly invite guests to discover Kyoto's breathtaking foliage and embrace the season's allure amid the comfort, grace, and genuine hospitality that define The Celestine experience.
Kyoto's fall colors are typically at their most magnificent from late November to early December.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Yasaka Shrine Area
Located in Higashiyama, this celebrated area offers breathtaking views of temples framed by crimson maple leaves, just a 12-minute stroll from the hotel. During the limited autumn illumination period, Kiyomizu-dera Temple glows in ethereal beauty, inviting evening visitors to experience Kyoto's enchanting autumn nights.
Fall 2025 illumination: November 22 (Saturday) to December 7 (Sunday)
Extended hours: 5:30 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. (last admission) ※The above times apply during the illumination period.
Kennin-ji Temple
As Kyoto's oldest Zen temple and the head temple of the Kennin-ji sect of Rinzai Buddhism, this spiritual landmark exudes a serene atmosphere that perfectly complements the season's hues. Its iconic rock garden, framed by white gravel and green moss, highlights the gentle contrast of autumn leaves. Only a 7-minute walk from the hotel, Kennin-ji offers a peaceful haven ideal for leisurely contemplation.
Fall 2025 illumination: November 29 (Saturday) to December 13 (Saturday)
Extended hours: 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. (last admission) ※The above times apply during the illumination period.
Four Other Hotels Featured in the Michelin Guide
Alongside Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion, four additional properties under the Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management portfolio have been recognized, reflecting the group's unwavering commitment to refined design, gracious comfort, and heartfelt hospitality.
Highlights:
Hotel The Celestine Ginza
– An urban sanctuary in the heart of Ginza, offering tranquil guestrooms and exceptional dining at the signature restaurant, Ginza Casita.
– A tranquil hideaway on Sanjo-dori Street, where a serene courtyard lounge and restorative bath facilities embody Kyoto's spirit of calm. Address: 45-1 Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru, Higashinotoin, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8131
Introduced in 2024, the MICHELIN Key celebrates hotels offering extraordinary stays that engage and inspire —just as the MICHELIN Stars honor the art of fine dining.
One Key: A remarkable stay distinguished by character and individuality
Two Keys: An exceptional stay defined by refinement and sophistication
Three Keys: A transcendent stay representing the pinnacle of design, comfort, and service
Evaluation Criteria:
The hotel itself serves as a destination
Excellence in architecture and interior design
Consistent quality in service and comfort
Experience reflecting exceptional value
Distinct personality and authenticity
About Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management
Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management curates three distinctive brands designed to complement a spectrum of modern lifestyles:
Mitsui Garden Hotels – embodying the concept of Stay in the Garden, these 34 properties across Japan and abroad invite guests into serene spaces inspired by nature, each offering spaces and experiences that utilize the unique characteristics of its location.
The Celestine Hotels – destination hotels crafted on the concept of "Cultivating and Weaving Deep Connections," where the essence of the stay lies in the experience itself.
sequence – a next-generation lifestyle brand offering freedom, flexibility, and personalized ways to stay.
Guided by the philosophy of creating memorable hotels that engage the senses and enrich each journey, Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management continues to redefine contemporary Japanese hospitality for discerning global travelers.
In the news release, Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion Awarded a MICHELIN One-Key Rating for the Second Year in a Row, issued 07-Nov-2025 by Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the second photo with its caption should be removed; besides, the sentence "※The above times apply during the illumination period." is added in the "Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Yasaka Shrine Area" and "Kennin-ji Temple" part. The complete, corrected release follows:
A serene sanctuary and an elegant gateway to Kyoto's autumn splendor
TOKYO, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management Co., Ltd. is delighted to announce that Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion has once again earned the prestigious Michelin One-Key distinction, marking its second consecutive year of recognition by the Michelin Guide released on October 8, 2025. Four other distinguished properties within the Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management portfolio were also featured in this year's edition.
Launched in 2024, the Michelin Key recognizes hotels offering exceptional and memorable stays that embody excellence in design, comfort, and service. In its second year, the program honored 128 remarkable properties across Japan.
Located in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto's storied district of tranquil beauty and deep cultural heritage, moments from the historic Kennin-ji Temple, Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion harmoniously blends timeless Kyoto aesthetics with contemporary sophistication. Guests are invited to savor a Kyoto-style breakfast curated by the historic restaurant Yasaka Endo, unwind in serene public baths overlooking an intimate garden, and immerse themselves in Japanese artistry within the guest lounge, where origami paper and traditional stationery invite moments of quiet reflection. This season, the hotel also invites guests to embrace the spirit of self-care travel—a refined "treat-yourself" retreat for those seeking calm, beauty, and renewal amid Kyoto's autumn splendor.
The Celestine Hotels brand encompasses three distinctive destinations in Japan—Kyoto, Ginza, and Shiba in Tokyo. Each embodies the concept of an elegant retreat, offering refined experiences inspired by the local culture and surroundings. This autumn, we warmly invite guests to discover Kyoto's breathtaking foliage and embrace the season's allure amid the comfort, grace, and genuine hospitality that define The Celestine experience.
Kyoto's fall colors are typically at their most magnificent from late November to early December.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Yasaka Shrine Area
Located in Higashiyama, this celebrated area offers breathtaking views of temples framed by crimson maple leaves, just a 12-minute stroll from the hotel. During the limited autumn illumination period, Kiyomizu-dera Temple glows in ethereal beauty, inviting evening visitors to experience Kyoto's enchanting autumn nights.
Fall 2025 illumination: November 22 (Saturday) to December 7 (Sunday)
Extended hours: 5:30 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. (last admission) ※The above times apply during the illumination period.
Kennin-ji Temple
As Kyoto's oldest Zen temple and the head temple of the Kennin-ji sect of Rinzai Buddhism, this spiritual landmark exudes a serene atmosphere that perfectly complements the season's hues. Its iconic rock garden, framed by white gravel and green moss, highlights the gentle contrast of autumn leaves. Only a 7-minute walk from the hotel, Kennin-ji offers a peaceful haven ideal for leisurely contemplation.
Fall 2025 illumination: November 29 (Saturday) to December 13 (Saturday)
Extended hours: 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. (last admission) ※The above times apply during the illumination period.
Four Other Hotels Featured in the Michelin Guide
Alongside Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion, four additional properties under the Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management portfolio have been recognized, reflecting the group's unwavering commitment to refined design, gracious comfort, and heartfelt hospitality.
Highlights:
Hotel The Celestine Ginza
– An urban sanctuary in the heart of Ginza, offering tranquil guestrooms and exceptional dining at the signature restaurant, Ginza Casita.
– A tranquil hideaway on Sanjo-dori Street, where a serene courtyard lounge and restorative bath facilities embody Kyoto's spirit of calm. Address: 45-1 Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru, Higashinotoin, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8131
Introduced in 2024, the MICHELIN Key celebrates hotels offering extraordinary stays that engage and inspire —just as the MICHELIN Stars honor the art of fine dining.
One Key: A remarkable stay distinguished by character and individuality
Two Keys: An exceptional stay defined by refinement and sophistication
Three Keys: A transcendent stay representing the pinnacle of design, comfort, and service
Evaluation Criteria:
About Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management
Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management curates three distinctive brands designed to complement a spectrum of modern lifestyles:
Mitsui Garden Hotels – embodying the concept of Stay in the Garden, these 34 properties across Japan and abroad invite guests into serene spaces inspired by nature, each offering spaces and experiences that utilize the unique characteristics of its location.
The Celestine Hotels – destination hotels crafted on the concept of "Cultivating and Weaving Deep Connections," where the essence of the stay lies in the experience itself.
sequence – a next-generation lifestyle brand offering freedom, flexibility, and personalized ways to stay.
Guided by the philosophy of creating memorable hotels that engage the senses and enrich each journey, Mitsui Fudosan Hotel Management continues to redefine contemporary Japanese hospitality for discerning global travelers.
RESTON, Va., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bechtel today announced the appointment of Lucy Martin as president of its Mining & Metals (M&M) business, effective April 6, 2026. She succeeds Ailie MacAdam, who will retire in May after an exceptional 41-year career with the company.
Lucy Martin, President of Bechtel’s Mining & Metals Business
"Lucy is a proven leader with the strategic vision, deep mining sector knowledge, operational discipline, and customer focus to advance our Mining & Metals business,"said Craig Albert, Bechtel President and COO. "Over more than two decades, she has built diverse, creative, high-performing global teams focused on solving our customers' most important challenges and is exceptionally well positioned to lead this business into its next phase of growth. We are also deeply grateful to Ailie for her remarkable leadership and lasting contributions to Bechtel."
Martin brings more than 24 years of experience with Bechtel, with a track record of driving growth, strengthening performance, and delivering results by meeting customers' expectations across global markets. Her leadership roles have included:
General Manager, South America — Accountable for all aspects of the mining business in South America, including profit and loss, talent management, operations and business development, advancing major copper and water infrastructure projects while strengthening long-term partnerships in critical minerals markets.
Operations Manager, Americas — Led operational performance across projects in the Americas, with responsibility for execution discipline, delivery outcomes, and operational risk management.
General Manager, Asia Pacific — Drove regional growth and expanded our iron ore offering, including opening the Perth office and establishing our bulk material handling Centre of Excellence, deepening customer relationships across Australia and the broader region.
"Our Mining & Metals business has strong momentum and a clear strategy," said Martin. "My focus is to build on that foundation while sharpening how we support our customers in a rapidly evolving global market. We will continue to enhance how we deliver — helping customers solve their most complex challenges, from cost-effective development and productivity to safety, reliability, and certainty of outcomes."
MacAdam, who has served as president since 2020, leaves behind a legacy of strengthened execution, improved financial performance, and sustained growth. Under her leadership, the business advanced major projects in key global markets and achieved its strongest new work bookings in 15 years in 2025.
For more information about Bechtel's Mining & Metals capabilities and solutions, visit bechtel.com.
About Bechtel Bechtel is a trusted engineering, construction and project management partner to industry and government. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Bechtel serves the Energy; Infrastructure; Manufacturing & Technology; Mining & Metals; and Nuclear, Security & Environmental markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. www.bechtel.com
RESTON, Va., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bechtel today announced the appointment of Lucy Martin as president of its Mining & Metals (M&M) business, effective April 6, 2026. She succeeds Ailie MacAdam, who will retire in May after an exceptional 41-year career with the company.
"Lucy is a proven leader with the strategic vision, deep mining sector knowledge, operational discipline, and customer focus to advance our Mining & Metals business,"said Craig Albert, Bechtel President and COO. "Over more than two decades, she has built diverse, creative, high-performing global teams focused on solving our customers' most important challenges and is exceptionally well positioned to lead this business into its next phase of growth. We are also deeply grateful to Ailie for her remarkable leadership and lasting contributions to Bechtel."
Martin brings more than 24 years of experience with Bechtel, with a track record of driving growth, strengthening performance, and delivering results by meeting customers' expectations across global markets. Her leadership roles have included:
General Manager, South America — Accountable for all aspects of the mining business in South America, including profit and loss, talent management, operations and business development, advancing major copper and water infrastructure projects while strengthening long-term partnerships in critical minerals markets.
Operations Manager, Americas — Led operational performance across projects in the Americas, with responsibility for execution discipline, delivery outcomes, and operational risk management.
General Manager, Asia Pacific — Drove regional growth and expanded our iron ore offering, including opening the Perth office and establishing our bulk material handling Centre of Excellence, deepening customer relationships across Australia and the broader region.
"Our Mining & Metals business has strong momentum and a clear strategy," said Martin. "My focus is to build on that foundation while sharpening how we support our customers in a rapidly evolving global market. We will continue to enhance how we deliver — helping customers solve their most complex challenges, from cost-effective development and productivity to safety, reliability, and certainty of outcomes."
MacAdam, who has served as president since 2020, leaves behind a legacy of strengthened execution, improved financial performance, and sustained growth. Under her leadership, the business advanced major projects in key global markets and achieved its strongest new work bookings in 15 years in 2025.
For more information about Bechtel's Mining & Metals capabilities and solutions, visit bechtel.com.
About Bechtel Bechtel is a trusted engineering, construction and project management partner to industry and government. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Bechtel serves the Energy; Infrastructure; Manufacturing & Technology; Mining & Metals; and Nuclear, Security & Environmental markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. www.bechtel.com
