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― From Shinjuku to the world, first international award recipient ―
See here for details: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/topics/awards2025/
TOKYO, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel (Shinjuku, Tokyo; General Manager: Katsushi Nishikawa) has won a total of five awards, two in the hotel category and three in the restaurant category, at the World Luxury Awards 2025, an international awards program for luxury hotels around the world.
This award, the first since the hotel opened in 2023, is a result of the hotel's unique accommodation experience and the internationally acclaimed dining experience at JAM17 DINING, which focuses on stone oven cuisine and incorporates seasonal elements and a story-driven approach.
■ Award details
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel
Luxury Design Boutique Hotel - East Asia
Luxury LGBTQ-Friendly Hotel - Global Winner
JAM17 DINING
Best Locally Sourced Produce Menu - Japan
Luxury Entertainment Restaurant - Asia
Italian Cuisine - East Asia
■ Comment from General Manager Katsushi Nishikawa, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for being recognized in the hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025.
Since its opening, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU has aimed to create spaces that embody the diversity and creativity of the city as a "hotel that lets you fully enjoy the city." This award is a great honor, as it is the culmination of the passion of our hotel guests and each of our staff who work together with the community. At JAM17 DINING and other facilities within the hotel, we are constantly striving to create new value so that we can provide visitors with experiences that stimulate their senses. Encouraged by this recognition, we will continue to hone the quality of our service so that we can deliver "memorable stays."
■ About the World Luxury Awards
The World Luxury Awards are prestigious awards for businesses that offer outstanding services and facilities from around the world in four categories: hotels, spas, restaurants, and travel. Established in 2006, the World Luxury Awards recognizes the top luxury hotels from around the world, with the winners selected each year by a panel of over 300,000 guests and industry professionals, including travel agencies.
Official website: https://www.theworldluxuryawards.com
■ About HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU
This lifestyle hotel serves as a base for enjoying the town of Kabukicho to the fullest. Located on floors 20 to 38, the 538 guest rooms offer a space where you can bask in the excitement and joy of the entertainment venues. Choose from a variety of layouts to suit your travel purpose, and enjoy the mid-century modern design that evokes the history of the area. The public areas allow you to enjoy the art, music, and other culture that emerges in Shinjuku Kabukicho, and JAM17 DINING & BAR on the 17th floor connects the hotel to the town, providing a fun way to connect with the charms of the town.
Tel: 81 3 6233 8888(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/
■ About JAM17 DINING
JAM17 DINING offers a vibrant dining experience with a sense of groove, set in a dining space that features the dynamism of an open kitchen. The signature stone oven, located at the heart of the kitchen, offers gentle yet strong heat. We pride ourselves on using ingredients sourced from the Kanto region, including Miura vegetables delivered fresh from the farm, embracing the region's seasonal bounty, and locking in the flavors in the stone oven.
Hours: 11:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. (Last order 9:00 p.m.)
Seating: 132 seats (Maximum of 15 guests per room)
Tel:81 3 62338217(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/jam17/dining.html
| *Please note that operating hours and other information may be subject to change. |
| *Information contained in this press release is current at the time of its release. Please note that details may differ from the most up-to-date information. |
For press-related inquiries concerning this release, please contact:
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
Contact person: Chika Ayabe・Narumi Chiba (Public Relations/Brand Management, Marketing Department)
E-mail: pr.ppbtk@panpacific.com/ Tel: 81 3 6233 7693
― From Shinjuku to the world, first international award recipient ―
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HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
See here for details: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/topics/awards2025/
TOKYO, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel (Shinjuku, Tokyo; General Manager: Katsushi Nishikawa) has won a total of five awards, two in the hotel category and three in the restaurant category, at the World Luxury Awards 2025, an international awards program for luxury hotels around the world.
This award, the first since the hotel opened in 2023, is a result of the hotel's unique accommodation experience and the internationally acclaimed dining experience at JAM17 DINING, which focuses on stone oven cuisine and incorporates seasonal elements and a story-driven approach.
■ Award details
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel
Luxury Design Boutique Hotel - East Asia
Luxury LGBTQ-Friendly Hotel - Global Winner
JAM17 DINING
Best Locally Sourced Produce Menu - Japan
Luxury Entertainment Restaurant - Asia
Italian Cuisine - East Asia
■ Comment from General Manager Katsushi Nishikawa, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for being recognized in the hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025.
Since its opening, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU has aimed to create spaces that embody the diversity and creativity of the city as a "hotel that lets you fully enjoy the city." This award is a great honor, as it is the culmination of the passion of our hotel guests and each of our staff who work together with the community. At JAM17 DINING and other facilities within the hotel, we are constantly striving to create new value so that we can provide visitors with experiences that stimulate their senses. Encouraged by this recognition, we will continue to hone the quality of our service so that we can deliver "memorable stays."
■ About the World Luxury Awards
The World Luxury Awards are prestigious awards for businesses that offer outstanding services and facilities from around the world in four categories: hotels, spas, restaurants, and travel. Established in 2006, the World Luxury Awards recognizes the top luxury hotels from around the world, with the winners selected each year by a panel of over 300,000 guests and industry professionals, including travel agencies.
Official website: https://www.theworldluxuryawards.com
■ About HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU
This lifestyle hotel serves as a base for enjoying the town of Kabukicho to the fullest. Located on floors 20 to 38, the 538 guest rooms offer a space where you can bask in the excitement and joy of the entertainment venues. Choose from a variety of layouts to suit your travel purpose, and enjoy the mid-century modern design that evokes the history of the area. The public areas allow you to enjoy the art, music, and other culture that emerges in Shinjuku Kabukicho, and JAM17 DINING & BAR on the 17th floor connects the hotel to the town, providing a fun way to connect with the charms of the town.
Tel: 81 3 6233 8888(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/
■ About JAM17 DINING
JAM17 DINING offers a vibrant dining experience with a sense of groove, set in a dining space that features the dynamism of an open kitchen. The signature stone oven, located at the heart of the kitchen, offers gentle yet strong heat. We pride ourselves on using ingredients sourced from the Kanto region, including Miura vegetables delivered fresh from the farm, embracing the region's seasonal bounty, and locking in the flavors in the stone oven.
Hours: 11:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. (Last order 9:00 p.m.)
Seating: 132 seats (Maximum of 15 guests per room)
Tel:81 3 62338217(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/jam17/dining.html
*Please note that operating hours and other information may be subject to change.
*Information contained in this press release is current at the time of its release. Please note that details may differ from the most up-to-date information.
For press-related inquiries concerning this release, please contact:
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
Contact person: Chika Ayabe・Narumi Chiba (Public Relations/Brand Management, Marketing Department)
E-mail: pr.ppbtk@panpacific.com/ Tel: 81 3 6233 7693
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HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025
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The First Time a Game in the Legendary Franchise Comes to Consoles
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Critically-acclaimed game development studio ArenaNet® tonight announced Guild Wars 3™, the third entry in the legendary and beloved Guild Wars® MMORPG franchise and their first new game since 2012. The game will release globally on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5, marking the first time a Guild Wars game will appear on home consoles. The first beta test is scheduled for fall of 2027.
The official debut trailer features the first in-engine gameplay footage and can be viewed HERE. The first concept art and other assets are hosted at the Guild Wars 3 official press kit.
"Guild Wars 3 is a new era not just for ArenaNet and Guild Wars, but also for MMORPGs as a whole," said Colin Johanson, Guild Wars 3 Game Director and ArenaNet Studio Head. "The MMORPG genre has millions of players worldwide eager for new, modern experiences, and the opportunity to harness that excitement is immense. Our approach with Guild Wars 3 is to push MMORPGs forward, to create an online game world that feels believable, rewarding, responsive, and innovative while at the same time respecting players' time and providing a positive, supportive space to build community and enjoy new stories in our universe."
Taking place over a thousand years before the events of the original game, Guild Wars 3 is set in the Tyrian region of Orr, a vast wilderness frontier imbued with the world's magic. Nature entities with strong connections to the land called Vael spirits embody the vitality of this lush, verdant landscape. Various guilds are engaged in conflict over how to protect or exploit the bounty beyond civilization's borders. These multitudinous spirits will vary in size and influence within the ecosystems around them, with the most notable of these being the Seeker. As seen in the trailer, every player's Seeker will serve as a connection to the spirits of Orr and a mount that will carry them on their journeys through the game's open world.
Players will assume the role of a Vaelwarden, a member of a guild of adventurers committed to preserving and protecting both the spirits of the wild and the land of Orr itself. Through the deep character customization and skill-building gameplay the Guild Wars franchise is known for, players will seek adventure and confront danger across this sumptuous, vibrant online world, growing their relationships with the spirits of the wild, the inhabitants of Orr, and other Vaelwarden players.
A combat system designed from the outset to feel great on both a controller and keyboard rewards positioning by emphasizing the joy of movement and momentum. As players seamlessly transition between various movement modes, they can harness their speed and turn it into bigger damage and impact when fighting their foes.
More information about pricing, beta tests, release date, and gameplay features will be revealed later in 2026 and into 2027. Guild Wars 3 will be available directly from the developers at GuildWars3.com, and can be wishlisted on Steam and the PlayStation Store beginning today, with more information available at the game's official website.
About the Guild Wars Franchise
Guild Wars is the award-winning, visually stunning MMORPG franchise that originally launched in 2005 on PC. Boasting a timeless art-brought-to-life aesthetic, the epic grandeur of massive role-playing environments, fast-paced action combat, large-scale dynamic events that players tackle together in the open world, team-based competitive player-versus-player battles, and a sprawling fantasy storyline, the series is often proclaimed as having the friendliest player community in gaming. Guild Wars was relaunched as Guild Wars Reforged in 2025 and expanded to mobile devices in 2026. Guild Wars 2® launched in 2012 on PC and quickly earned accolades across the industry, including Time Magazine's 2012 Game of the Year. Unlike most competitors, the franchise has always been playable with no subscription fee required, welcoming over 29 million players across its history.
About ArenaNet
ArenaNet is the developer of the best-selling Guild Wars Reforged and the groundbreaking Guild Wars 2 massively multiplayer online PC role-playing games. The studio's mission is to create innovative online worlds, cultivate a vibrant and engaged global community of players, and to incorporate handcrafted artistry into every aspect of their games. ArenaNet formed in 2000, with press and fans consistently calling Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 two of the best MMOs and RPGs of all time. Based in Bellevue, WA, ArenaNet is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Korean gaming giant NC.
The First Time a Game in the Legendary Franchise Comes to Consoles
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Critically-acclaimed game development studio ArenaNet® tonight announced Guild Wars 3™, the third entry in the legendary and beloved Guild Wars® MMORPG franchise and their first new game since 2012. The game will release globally on PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5, marking the first time a Guild Wars game will appear on home consoles. The first beta test is scheduled for fall of 2027.
The official debut trailer features the first in-engine gameplay footage and can be viewed HERE. The first concept art and other assets are hosted at the Guild Wars 3 official press kit.
"Guild Wars 3 is a new era not just for ArenaNet and Guild Wars, but also for MMORPGs as a whole," said Colin Johanson, Guild Wars 3 Game Director and ArenaNet Studio Head. "The MMORPG genre has millions of players worldwide eager for new, modern experiences, and the opportunity to harness that excitement is immense. Our approach with Guild Wars 3 is to push MMORPGs forward, to create an online game world that feels believable, rewarding, responsive, and innovative while at the same time respecting players' time and providing a positive, supportive space to build community and enjoy new stories in our universe."
Taking place over a thousand years before the events of the original game, Guild Wars 3 is set in the Tyrian region of Orr, a vast wilderness frontier imbued with the world's magic. Nature entities with strong connections to the land called Vael spirits embody the vitality of this lush, verdant landscape. Various guilds are engaged in conflict over how to protect or exploit the bounty beyond civilization's borders. These multitudinous spirits will vary in size and influence within the ecosystems around them, with the most notable of these being the Seeker. As seen in the trailer, every player's Seeker will serve as a connection to the spirits of Orr and a mount that will carry them on their journeys through the game's open world.
Players will assume the role of a Vaelwarden, a member of a guild of adventurers committed to preserving and protecting both the spirits of the wild and the land of Orr itself. Through the deep character customization and skill-building gameplay the Guild Wars franchise is known for, players will seek adventure and confront danger across this sumptuous, vibrant online world, growing their relationships with the spirits of the wild, the inhabitants of Orr, and other Vaelwarden players.
A combat system designed from the outset to feel great on both a controller and keyboard rewards positioning by emphasizing the joy of movement and momentum. As players seamlessly transition between various movement modes, they can harness their speed and turn it into bigger damage and impact when fighting their foes.
More information about pricing, beta tests, release date, and gameplay features will be revealed later in 2026 and into 2027. Guild Wars 3 will be available directly from the developers at GuildWars3.com, and can be wishlisted on Steam and the PlayStation Store beginning today, with more information available at the game's official website.
About the Guild Wars Franchise
Guild Wars is the award-winning, visually stunning MMORPG franchise that originally launched in 2005 on PC. Boasting a timeless art-brought-to-life aesthetic, the epic grandeur of massive role-playing environments, fast-paced action combat, large-scale dynamic events that players tackle together in the open world, team-based competitive player-versus-player battles, and a sprawling fantasy storyline, the series is often proclaimed as having the friendliest player community in gaming. Guild Wars was relaunched as Guild Wars Reforged in 2025 and expanded to mobile devices in 2026. Guild Wars 2® launched in 2012 on PC and quickly earned accolades across the industry, including Time Magazine's 2012 Game of the Year. Unlike most competitors, the franchise has always been playable with no subscription fee required, welcoming over 29 million players across its history.
About ArenaNet
ArenaNet is the developer of the best-selling Guild Wars Reforged and the groundbreaking Guild Wars 2 massively multiplayer online PC role-playing games. The studio's mission is to create innovative online worlds, cultivate a vibrant and engaged global community of players, and to incorporate handcrafted artistry into every aspect of their games. ArenaNet formed in 2000, with press and fans consistently calling Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 two of the best MMOs and RPGs of all time. Based in Bellevue, WA, ArenaNet is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Korean gaming giant NC.
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Guild Wars 3, Modern Evolution of the MMORPG, Announced at Summer Game Fest for PC and PlayStation 5
