[2026] LIVELY HOTELS Summer Travel Feature
The season of intense summer heat is just around the corner. For the summer of 2026, LIVELY HOTELS has prepared a variety of special events designed to act as a little reset button for your daily life, offering a refreshing escape from the heat.
Our menu features refreshing summer-limited treats to revitalize you, including East-meets-West hybrid desserts that infuse classic, nostalgic “Japanese summer” flavors with our hotel chefs’ playful creativity, alongside seasonal desserts packed with local fruits.
In addition, we will showcase vibrant, summer-themed art exhibitions featuring lush flowers and plants, alongside open-air rooftop movie events—offering a visually refreshing way to cool down.
With properties across Japan, LIVELY HOTELS invites you to skip the long-distance travel and experience an extraordinary, refreshing getaway right at a hotel near you.
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Refresh While Savoring the Tastes of Summer
- THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI
- THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
- ESTINATE HOTEL NAHA
- UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
- UNWIND HOTEL & BAR SAPPORO
Refresh While Experiencing Summer Through Art and Movies
Refresh While Savoring the Tastes of Summer
THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI
From the Osaka lifestyle hotel THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI comes “Pururi Shari,” a unique East-meets-West fusion dessert that pairs Mizu Shingen Mochi (a refreshing, jelly-like traditional Japanese water cake perfect for summer) with French granita.
Inside the jiggly (pururi) water cake lies a rich, Western crème anglaise sauce. When combined with the crunchy, icy texture (shari) of the granita, it creates a delightfully refreshing flavor with a surprising depth.
It is available in two vibrant flavors: Tropical and Peach & Rose. This dish offers a playful mix of textures and lets you enjoy Japanese and Western elements all at once. Take a cool, luxurious dessert break and enjoy a moment of pure refreshment.
2026 Summer Sweets Overview
- Availability: June 1 (Mon) – August 31 (Mon), 2026
- Locations & Hours:
- THE LIVELY BAR OSAKA HONMACHI: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- THE LIVELY KITCHEN OSAKA HONMACHI: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- *Weekends and holidays: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Price:
- “Pururi Shari” — 1,200 Yen each (tax included)
- Accommodation Plans:
- *Sweets can be enjoyed between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM in guest rooms, THE LIVELY BAR OSAKA HONMACHI, or THE LIVELY KITCHEN OSAKA HONMACHI.
THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
Regularly featured in local media for its highly photogenic desserts served in both rooms and the cafe, THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA is introducing “Furupagori” this summer—an ultimate cold treat combining fresh fruits, a parfait, and shaved ice, showcasing premium fruits handpicked from across Kyushu.
We offer three decadent flavors:
- Higo Green x Kiwi: Featuring Kumamoto’s premium Higo Green melon.
- Miyazaki Ripe Mango x Pineapple: Highlighting luxurious Miyazaki mangoes.
- Hikawa Hakuho x Strawberry: Spotlighting juicy Fukuoka white peaches.
Each treat layers fruit sauces, brown rice flakes, rich cream, jelly, and vanilla ice cream, topped with a generous mountain of fluffy shaved ice. It is a visually stunning dessert that reveals shifting textures and flavors with every spoonful. Savor the taste of summer fruit, beat the seasonal heat, and recharge your energy for tomorrow.
2026 Summer Sweets Overview
- Availability: June 2 (Tue) – September 13 (Sun), 2026
- Locations & Hours:
- THE LIVELY BAR FUKUOKA HAKATA: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM (L.O. 10:30 PM)
- Room Service (Exclusive to overnight guests)
- Price:
- “Furupagori” — 2,000 Yen each (tax included, drink included)
- *You can choose from Japanese Black Tea, Yame Green Tea, or Coffee for your drink.
- Accommodation Plan:
In addition, THE LIVELY KITCHEN FUKUOKA HAKATA, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, offers modern Japanese-Italian cuisine that fuses local Japanese ingredients and tableware with Italian cooking techniques. This summer, the lunch course features a light, refreshing menu inspired by “Clouds” floating in the summer sky. The dinner course is designed around the concept of a “Water Mirror” reflecting the lake surface on a summer night, with each plate beautifully illustrating a scene from the season. Indulge in these special summer flavors that artfully blend Japanese ingredients with an Italian touch.
2026 Summer Lunch & Dinner Overview
- Availability: June 2 (Tue) – August 30 (Sun), 2026
- Location:
- Price:
- Lunch Course “Fuku”: 3,000 Yen (tax included)
- Dinner Course “Natsu Mizukagami”: 7,000 Yen (tax included)
- Reserve:
ESTINATE HOTEL NAHA
At the Okinawa lifestyle hotel ESTINATE HOTEL NAHA, we are shining a spotlight on Okinawa’s premium brand watermelon, “Nakijin Watermelon,” in a lineup of refreshing summer sweets and drinks infused with local Okinawan ingredients.
The “Nakijin Watermelon Parfait Shaved Ice” highlights juicy fresh watermelon chunks and a refreshing sorbet, layered with lavender-scented shaved ice and sweetened gently with local Okinawan honey for a natural, soft finish.
We are also serving “Nakijin Watermelon Chura-jima Craft Cola”, a house-made craft cola that simmers fresh watermelon juice with Okinawan brown sugar and Karaki (Okinawan cinnamon), beautifully finished with a splash of local Shikuwasa citrus and honey.
Combining the gentle sweetness of watermelon with refreshing herbs and crisp citrus, these selections provide a delightful flavor experience that will make you completely forget the fatigue of a hot Okinawan summer.
2026 Summer Sweets & Drinks Overview
- Availability: June 1 (Mon) – August 31 (Mon), 2026
- Location:
- ESTINATE LOUNGE NAHA
- Room Service
- *Drinks are also available for takeout
- Price:
- “Nakijin Watermelon Parfait Shaved Ice” 800 yen (tax included)
- “Nakijin Watermelon Chura-jima Craft Cola” 650yen (tax included)
- Accommodation Plans:
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
At the boutique hotel UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU located in Otaru, Hokkaido, guests can enjoy two varieties of limited-edition summer cocktails and a special Night Parfait inspired by the theme of “Hokkaido Summer.”
Our “Umi no Mado” (Window of the Sea) cocktail evokes the endless, sprawling ocean view of the historic port town of Otaru, blending Hokkaido-kelp-infused gin with the crisp aroma and tartness of grapefruit. We are also featuring “Northern Sunset,” a cocktail capturing the breathtaking orange gradient that colors the low-humidity, clear twilight skies of a Hokkaido summer night.
For a sweet finish to a perfect travel day, enjoy our “Haskap and Pear Parfait,” a refreshing Night Parfait combining Hokkaido’s signature Haskap berries with juicy pear gelato. Take a deep breath and unwind with these seasonal creations that map the scenery and bounty of Hokkaido’s vast lands straight onto your palate
2026 Summer Sweets & Drinks Overview
- Availability: June 15 (Mon) – August 31 (Mon), 2026
- Location & Hours:
- Bar Ignis Otaru — 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM (L.O. 11:00 PM)
- Price:
- “Umi no Mado” / “Northern Sunset”: 1,600 Yen each (tax included)
- “Haskap and Pear Parfait”: 1,500 Yen (tax included)
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR SAPPORO
At UNWIND HOTEL & BAR SAPPORO, a cozy boutique hotel built around the warm aesthetic of a mountain lodge, the “UNWIND ROOFTOP BBQ” is back to provide an extraordinary outdoor escape right in the heart of Sapporo.
Limited to just one group per day, you can reserve the entire topmost rooftop terrace and enjoy a completely hands-free, authentic American BBQ experience with free-flowing, bar-quality drinks. The hotel kitchen slow-cooks the larger cuts of meat ahead of time, leaving you to finish grilling them to your exact liking. Shred the tender meat and layer it with vegetables and custom toppings inside whole wheat buns or tortillas to craft your very own sliders and tacos.
Relax on our wooden, lodge-inspired rooftop while enjoying lively conversations with your friends and family, and share a completely stress-free, revitalizing summer day together.
2026 Summer BBQ Overview
- Availability:
- July 1 (Wed) – September 30 (Wed), 2026 (Tuesday – Sunday / Closed on Mondays)
- *Canceled in the event of rain or strong winds.
- Location & Hours:
- 10F Rooftop Terrace, UNWIND HOTEL & BAR SAPPORO
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Includes a 3-hour private rooftop rental within these hours)
- Price:
- Adults: 7,700 Yen (tax included) per person
- Elementary & Junior High Students: 3,850 Yen per person
- Preschool Children: Free
- Reservations:
Refresh While Experiencing Summer Through Art and Movies
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
At UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU, we operate “UNWIND GALLERY,” which transforms our entire magical space—steeped in the historic architectural beauty of the Art Deco movement—into an art space displaying works by artists connected to Hokkaido. We keep this gallery open to the public free of charge so that local neighbors and travelers alike can drop by anytime.
Running through the summer until Sunday, August 30, 2026, we are proud to present “Bloom for me,” an exhibition by Hokkaido-born artist SARU 1. Based on the theme of “feeling the seasons as if falling in love,” a collection of 25 pieces featuring flower and plant motifs beautifully decorates the entire first floor, stretching from the lobby area into Bar Ignis Otaru.
At Bar Ignis Otaru, you can elevate your art appreciation with our specially crafted art-pairing cocktails, allowing you to experience the exhibition through aroma and taste. Spend an extraordinary, refreshing moment admiring vibrant yet free-flowing brushstrokes that depict the crisp air of early summer in Hokkaido and flowers swaying in the wind.
2026 Summer Exhibition Overview
- Exhibition: SARU 1 “Bloom for me”
- Dates: Running through August 30 (Sun), 2026
- Location & Hours: UNWIND GALLERY (1F, UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU) — 7:00 AM – Midnight daily
- Admission: Free
- Open to everyone, including local residents and passing travelers
THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
At THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA, where we are hosting our seasonal “The Re:Boot” campaign for both hotel guests and visitors, our popular lobby lounge area features a limited-time summer flower art installation designed to refresh your senses.
Built upon a base of rich summer greens, this installation combines vibrant red, blue, and purple flowers and leaves, creating a design that balances cool calmness with a sense of excitement. Powerful yet elegant, this floral artwork seamlessly interacts with the surrounding lighting and digital signage displays for a stunning visual effect.
Enjoy snapping photos while exploring the hotel, or savor seasonal sweets and drinks while admiring the floral masterpiece. Spend your summer moments exactly the way you like.
2026 Summer Flower Art Overview
- Dates: Running through October 4 (Sun), 2026
- Location: 1F Lobby Lounge, THE LIVELY FUKUOKA HAKATA
- Admission: Free
- *Non-staying visitors are highly welcome to view the installation
HOTEL GRAPHY NEZU
Located in Tokyo’s historic downtown Yanesen area, HOTEL GRAPHY NEZU will host its popular monthly “Rooftop Movie Night.” This month, we are screening Beautiful Journey: A Time Travel Story of Two, a heartwarming film that explores a question everyone has asked at least once: “What if I could go back to that specific day in my life?”
This event is open to hotel guests and local neighbors alike. Soak in the gentle night breeze on the rooftop and immerse yourself completely in a touching cinematic world.
June 2026 Movie Night Overview
- Date & Time: Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM
- Featured Film: Beautiful Journey: A Time Travel Story of Two
- Venue:Rooftop, HOTEL GRAPHY NEZU
- *In the event of rain, the screening will be moved to the 1F tatami room
- Price: 1,500 Yen (500 Yen for high school students and younger)
- *Includes an all-you-can-drink option.
- Payment: On-site payment available via cash, credit cards, e-money, PayPay, and Rakuten Pay.
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Centered around the theme of “A little reset for your everyday life,” we have introduced the unique summer projects of each LIVELY HOTELS property.
When you want a change of pace during the hot summer or simply feel like refreshing your mood, you can easily drop by a hotel nearby without the need for a long journey. We hope these experiences serve as your perfect gateway to an extraordinary escape.