Rosewood is preparing to open a wellness-focused resort in Okinawa, which will bring high-end hospitality to a Japanese 'Blue Zone' region known for longevity. Olivia Palamountain reports

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is set to open its first Japanese property on the remote island of Miyakojima in Okinawa, marking a significant expansion into the Asian luxury market.

Rosewood Miyakojima, opening on March 1, 2025, will offer guests access to one of Japan's least-discovered paradise islands.

The 55-room resort, designed by Dutch architect Studio Piet Boon, sits among sugarcane fields overlooking Oura Bay, with direct beach access and views across the island's celebrated turquoise waters. The design incorporates local Ryukyu limestone and follows Japanese wabi-sabi principles, reflecting the hotel group's commitment to cultural authenticity.

The property features four distinct dining venues, each showcasing Okinawa's renowned cuisine and ingredients sourced from local partners. Choma will specialise in seasonal Miyakojima produce, while Maas will focus on seafood. The resort will also house Yukuu, a poolside bar, and Nagi, an all-day Italian restaurant offering panoramic views of the "Miyako Blue" waters.Okinawa's reputation as a blue zone - one of the world's regions where people live longest - influences the resort's wellness offerings. The Asaya Spa will feature six treatment rooms, incorporating traditional Okinawan ingredients and local traditions, including a mud mask inspired by the island's Paantu festival.

Activities at the resort will include cultural experiences such as calligraphy sessions with local artists and marine adventures including snorkelling over coral reefs. The property will also offer environmental education programmes led by marine ecology experts, alongside a Rosewood Explorers Club for younger guests.The beachfront resort includes an infinity pool and a private pavilion for weddings and events, all designed to work in harmony with the natural landscape. The development emphasises sustainability and community partnership, with the architecture preserving the original terrain.

The opening marks Rosewood's entry into the Japanese market and represents a new chapter in ultra-luxury hospitality for the Ryukyu Islands, with reservations now being accepted for stays from March 2025 onwards.In celebration of the grand opening of Rosewood Miyakojima, the resort is offering a special introductory package for stays from March 1 to August 31 2025.

The offer includes daily breakfast for two adults, ¥20,000 (£102) credit for villa bookings or ¥50,000 (£256) for house bookings, access to the fitness centre and early check in and late check out subject to availability.