VIA INN Prime is a hotel brand under the JR West Japan Railway Group, leveraging the advantages of the railway group. All locations are conveniently situated within a 5-minute walk of a station, with many 24-hour supermarkets or convenience stores downstairs or nearby. The surrounding area offers a wide range of shopping and dining options, making it suitable for both business and leisure travelers. VIA INN Prime is an upgraded version of the VIA INN series, offering services such as a large public bath, a sumptuous breakfast, original amenities, and pajamas.
[VIA INN Prime] Comprehensive List of Luxury Hotel Brand Locations in VIA
| 類型 | Stay | Location | years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Nihonbashi Ningyocho | Tokyo | 2023 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Akasaka <Akane no Yu> | Tokyo | 2022 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Shinsaibashi Yotsubashi | Osaka | 2023 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Osaka Kyobashi <Mizuki no Yu> | Osaka | 2022 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit | 京都 | 2022 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit <Momiji no Yu> | Hiroshima | 2022 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Kumamoto <Hibari no Yu> | Kumamoto | 2026 |
| Business hotel | VIA INN Prime Sapporo Odori <Lily of the Valley Bath> | Sapporo | 2023 |
Quick overview: VIA INN Prime service features and basic information
VIA INN Prime officially launched on November 1, 2022, with the first wave of locations opening on the same day: Tokyo Akasaka, Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit, Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit, and Osaka Kyobashi. Except for Tokyo Akasaka, the others are all rebranded from the original VIA INN brand, and the brand identity logo also features the original VIA INN logo with the word "Prime" superimposed in gold, showcasing the upgraded quality of facilities and services.
VIA INN Prime is positioned as an upgraded version of VIA INN, continuing the core brand spirit of MY HOME HOTEL. It targets the accommodation needs of tourists, leisure travelers, and inbound travelers, providing a rich breakfast, a large public bath, self-service lockers, a self-check-in system, and other facilities. It also introduces original room clothing and original toiletries, providing upgraded facilities and services based on convenient location and functional space.
- Guest room amenities and facilities: Serta mattresses, original brand bath amenities and two-piece pajamas, smart TVs with streaming capabilities, air purifiers with humidification functions, etc.
- Separate large public bath facilities for men and women: Some locations have separate large public baths for men and women, which are the most popular in business hotels. They have indoor and outdoor hot springs, and the outdoor hot springs use a special micro bubble bath.
- Abundant dining services: Each location offers a generous buffet breakfast, aiming to create an unforgettable breakfast and make it a reason to stay again. However, breakfast is an extra charge.
- Practical amenities include a self-service check-in system and lockers, washing machines with automatic detergent dispensers, and TV monitoring of usage. Some locations also feature 24-hour convenience stores.
Tokyo: The brand headquarters of VIA INN Prime series
VIA INN Prime Nihonbashi Ningyocho． VIA INN Prime Nihonbashi Ningyocho
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VIA INN Prime Nihonbashi Ningyocho opened on August 29, 2019, and was upgraded to the Prime series on April 1, 2023. The hotel offers 240 rooms with an elegant design in traditional Japanese colors. Although there is no large public bath, it has a famous Edo-style breakfast bar that offers more than 40 local specialties. It is located within a 4-minute walk from Ningyocho Station Exit A5/A6 and is close to Suitengu Shrine and Koami Shrine.
VIA INN Prime Akasaka <Akane no Yu>.
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VIA INN Prime Akasaka opened on November 1, 2022. It is the first new location in the Prime series that is not a name change. The hotel has 345 rooms with a calm wood color scheme. Some rooms have a separate wet and dry area. There is a large public bath with a sauna on the top floor. The Hotouku restaurant is located on the first floor. It is located within a 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Akasaka Station and is close to Akasaka Sacas and TBS TV station.
Osaka: The brand hub for VIA INN Prime series
VIA INN Prime Shinsaibashi Fourth Bridge. VIA INN Prime Shinsaibashi Yotsubashi
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VIA INN Prime Shinsaibashi Yotsubashi opened on July 1, 2019, and will be upgraded to the Prime series in 2023. The hotel offers 224 guest rooms, most of which feature separate bathrooms and toilets, providing a better Japanese-style spatial atmosphere. AEON Food Style supermarket is located on the 1st and 2nd floors, making it convenient to buy breakfast and late-night snacks. It is located next to Exit 2 of Yotsubashi Station on the Yotsubashi Line of the Osaka Metro, close to American Village and the popular shopping area of Shinsaibashi.
VIA INN Prime Osaka Kyobashi <Mizuki no Yu>
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VIA INN Prime Osaka Kyobashi opened on December 29, 2020, and was upgraded to the Prime series in 2022. The hotel offers 218 rooms and is inspired by the refreshing colors of the water city. The rooftop features a large public bath called "Mizujo no Yu" (Water Castle Bath), where guests can enjoy the open-air bath while taking in the gentle breeze of the city. The hotel is located near the west exit of JR Kyobashi Station and can be reached directly by crossing a skybridge. It is situated on the riverbank near Osaka Castle Park.
Kyoto: The brand hub for VIA INN Prime collection
VIA INN Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit. VIA INN Prime Kyotoeki Hachijoguchi
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VIA INN Prime Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit opened on May 30, 2019, and was upgraded to the PRIME series in 2022. The hotel offers 468 guest rooms with a modern and elegant design. It features a breakfast restaurant with local ingredients and a 7-Eleven convenience store on the first floor. The hotel is located within a 2-minute walk from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station, making it convenient to travel to surrounding cities by train and to reach attractions in Kyoto by bus.
Hiroshima: The brand hub for VIA INN Prime collection
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VIA INN Prime Hiroshima Shinkansenguchi (Autumn Leaves Bath) at the Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit.
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VIA INN Prime Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit was upgraded to the Prime series on April 26, 2020, and will be completed in 2022. The hotel has 246 rooms and features a warm and inviting design with lots of wood accents and soft lighting. The rooftop features the Momiji no Yu public bath, which blends the Hiroshima landscape with the local style. It is a 3-minute walk from the JR Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit and is surrounded by department stores and shopping malls. You can also take the streetcar to nearby attractions such as the Atomic Bomb Dome and Miniature Garden.
Kumamoto: The brand hub for VIA INN Prime series
VIA INN Prime Kumamoto <Hibari no Yu>
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VIA INN Prime Kumamoto will open on July 22, 2026. The hotel has a total of 232 rooms, mainly small single rooms, but also family rooms for three people suitable for small families. The hotel features a large public bath, self-service laundry room, self-service lockers, breakfast restaurant, and convenience store. It is located in front of JR Kumamoto Station, with convenient access to JR, Shinkansen, and streetcar.
Sapporo: The brand hub for VIA INN Prime series
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VIA Inn Prime Sapporo Odori (Lily of the Valley Bath)
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VIA INN Prime Sapporo Odori Hotel opened on September 1, 2023. The hotel offers 255 guest rooms with a minimalist Japanese design featuring wood accents. It also offers family rooms for up to four people. The rooftop features a large public bath with coin-operated washing machines, vending machines, ice makers, and other amenities. The hotel is located in 2-chome of Tanukikoji Shopping Street, and is a 300-meter walk from Tanukikoji Station and Toyomizu Susukino Station.
In-depth understanding: The brand story of the VIA INN Prime series
- VIA INN Prime | Luxury Hotel VIA: Kumamoto (2026) |Sapporo Odori(2023)｜Osaka Shinsaibashi Yotsubashi(2023)｜Tokyo Nihonbashi Ningyocho(2023)｜Tokyo Akasaka(2022)｜Hiroshima Shinkansen Exit(2022)｜Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit(2022)｜大阪京橋(2022)
In 1995, JR West Japan Railway Group established a hotel management company and launched the VIA INN hotel brand, based on the need to make good use of land around stations and provide convenient accommodation for passengers. In March 1996, the first brand location, VIA INN Shimonoseki, was opened in the hotel. It was later developed into a chain of business hotels. On June 1, 2010, JR West Japan VIA INN Co., Ltd. was officially established, with its corporate headquarters located in Yodogawa Ward, Osaka City.
VIA INN primarily targets the business hotel market, with its core brand spirit being the comfort and relaxation of a home away from home (MY HOME HOTEL). Starting in the late 2000s, it expanded into cities like Tokyo and Nagoya, breaking through the limitations of its regional Kansai brand. After 2020, based on market segmentation, it launched the premium VIA INN Prime line, offering upgraded facilities and services such as a large public bath and a generous breakfast.
| Brands | Introduction |
|---|---|
| VIA INN Prime| Via Luxury Hotel | Business hotel brands with upgraded facilities and services |
| VIA INN | Hotel VIA | Chain business hotel brands around the station |
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