SQUEEZE Inc. (Head Office: Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido; CEO: Shinichi Tatebayashi; Securities Code: 558A), a company driving AX (AI Transformation) in the hotel and tourism industry, announces the opening of the apartment hotel “Minn Namba Nipponbashi” on June 26, 2026, in the heart of Osaka’s Nipponbashi Ota Road, one of the world’s leading destinations for Japanese pop culture.
Osaka Nipponbashi is widely recognized as a hub for Japanese pop culture, including anime, gaming, and character entertainment, attracting visitors from both Japan and around the world. As SQUEEZE’s first property in the Namba area, the hotel accommodates approximately 300 guests and offers guest rooms for up to eight people, meeting a wide range of accommodation needs including family vacations, group travel, and fan trips.
The property has also been designed with flexibility for future IP collaborations and content partnerships, leveraging its strong affinity with Japanese culture. Through accommodation, the hotel aims to become a new destination where guests can experience Japanese culture more deeply.
■ Synergies in Development, Acquisition, and Operations at the Property, and Collaboration with Major Shareholders
This property is based on a strong business model in which Daiichi Realtor Co., Ltd., one of the Company’s major shareholders and a strategic partner, is responsible for real estate development, while Daiwa Securities Realty Co., Ltd., under the Daiwa Securities Group and also a capital participant through the Company’s IPO allocation, is responsible for asset acquisition and ownership. SQUEEZE is responsible for operations using its proprietary AX platform, “suitebook,” thereby linking the three functions of development, acquisition, and operations.
This project is a symbolic initiative that clearly demonstrates how a unique value-creation cycle driven by the collaboration of capital and business is already moving into a practical and robust operational phase.
Going forward, the Company will continue to pursue an asset-light strategy that fully separates ownership from operations in real estate, enabling partner companies to concentrate their resources on their respective areas of strength, such as development and ownership, while SQUEEZE specializes in creating operational value. Through this model, the Company will further accelerate its continuous expansion into major cities across Japan.
■ New Accommodation Demand in Osaka Nipponbashi Ota Road, the Source of Japanese Culture
Osaka Nipponbashi Ota Road is one of Japan’s leading subculture hubs, attracting visitors from both Japan and overseas with its concentration of anime, gaming, and character-related culture. In recent years, in addition to the recovery in inbound tourism, visits for events, pilgrimage trips to locations featured in content, and fan activities have expanded, increasing demand from travelers who come to experience Japanese culture.
In addition, many of these travelers tend to visit with friends or family, further driving demand for accommodation styles that allow groups to share time and experiences together.
Located in the heart of Osaka Nipponbashi Ota Road, “Minn Namba Nipponbashi” offers convenient access within walking distance of Namba Station and by Nankai Line from Kansai International Airport. The property provides a comfortable stay base not only for domestic and international fans visiting for Japanese culture, but also for travelers enjoying Osaka sightseeing.
Furthermore, with future IP collaborations and content partnerships in mind, the property has been designed with the flexibility to create spaces that leverage its strong affinity with Japanese culture. Through the accommodation experience, the hotel aims to create a new way for guests to engage more deeply with Japanese culture.
■ Guest Rooms Designed for Group Stays of Up to Eight Guests and Future IP Collaborations
The property is designed around the concepts of “Wakon-Yosai,” which harmonizes traditional Japanese values with modern sensibilities, and Osaka’s distinctive spirit of “Iki.” In addition to spacious guest rooms of over 40㎡, the introduction of bunk beds enables accommodations for up to eight guests.
Designed to accommodate a wide range of group travel needs—including trips with friends, fan trips, and family vacations—the hotel provides an environment where guests can share both time and experiences together.
■ Property Overview
Property Name: Minn Namba Nipponbashi
Address: 1-1-25 Nipponbashi Nishi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka 556-0005, Japan
Access:
5-minute walk from Nipponbashi Station on the Osaka Metro Sakaisuji and Sennichimae Lines
5-minute walk from Kintetsu Nipponbashi Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line
8-minute walk from Namba Station on the Nankai Line and Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Number of Rooms: 48
Maximum Guest Capacity: 299
Opening Date: June 26, 2026
Official Website:
https://staytuned.asia/ja/brands/minn/hotels/minn-namba-nipponbashi
■ Future Outlook
Going forward, “Minn Namba Nipponbashi” will leverage its location in the heart of Osaka Nipponbashi Ota Road, a global destination for Japanese culture, to promote initiatives that include IP collaborations and content partnerships.
Beyond providing accommodation, the property aims to create immersive stay experiences that allow guests to enjoy Japanese culture more deeply, while contributing to the continued growth and development of the Minn brand.
■ About “Minn – your second home”
“Minn” is a hotel brand whose name combines “minna” (meaning “everyone”) and “inn,” built around the concept of “staying together.” Centered on guest rooms of 25㎡ or larger equipped with kitchens, Minn provides spaces designed for a “live like a local” stay experience. Through a 24-hour cloud-based reception and keyless operations, the brand delivers a seamless hospitality experience from arrival to departure.
【Minn Brand Page:https://staytuned.asia/ja/brands/minn 】
■ SQUEEZE Inc. was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market on April 22, 2026
URL:https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000223.000015235.html
■ About SQUEEZE Inc.
Company Name: SQUEEZE Inc.
Listing:TSE Growth Market (Securities Code: 558A)
Head Office:1-52 Sakae-cho, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido, Japan
Founded:September 1, 2014
CEO:Shinichi Tatebayashi
Business Description:
Provision of the next-generation hotel AX platform “suitebook”; AI-powered support for revenue optimization and operational efficiency; hotel planning and operations; and operational support services through BPO.
URL:https://squeeze-inc.co.jp/
