Global Agents Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Go Yamazaki) operates LIVELY HOTELS, a nationwide collection of boutique and lifestyle hotels spanning six brands, 12 properties, and around 1,200 rooms. Its flagship lifestyle hotel brand, THE LIVELY, is marking its 7th anniversary with special events at three properties: THE LIVELY Tokyo Azabu-Juban, THE LIVELY Osaka Honmachi, and THE LIVELY Fukuoka Hakata. Event dates and content vary by property.
THE LIVELY, LIVELY HOTELS' Flagship Brand
LIVELY HOTELS aims to offer more than the simple functional value of a place to sleep, centering its brand concept on "experiential value"—the idea that guests come away from their stay with something updated in themselves. THE LIVELY, the flagship brand, opened in Fukuoka, Osaka, and Tokyo in 2019. Redefining the hotel as "a place where people, information, and opportunity gather from around the world," it aims to deliver guest experiences full of stimulation, with new discoveries at every visit. The properties also welcome not only overnight guests but local residents and anyone curious about the hotel. In spring 2027, a fourth THE LIVELY property is set to open in Yamaguchi Prefecture's Yuda Onsen, continuing the brand's effort to nurture new regional connections while delivering experiences unique to THE LIVELY. (THE LIVELY Yamaguchi teaser site)
Seven Days Packed with THE LIVELY's Appeal: "THE LIVELY 7DAYS"
This year, to mark THE LIVELY's 7th anniversary, the three properties in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka are hosting the commemorative event "THE LIVELY 7DAYS."
Alongside the music- and art-themed events held every year, this year's program also opens up previously guests-only programs to the public and introduces limited-edition menus, among other content. Through music, art, and food, visitors can experience THE LIVELY's distinctive atmosphere and a break from the everyday.
Programs are open to everyone regardless of whether they are staying at the hotel, with each property running a variety of content over seven days—so hotel guests, local residents, and anyone interested in the hotel can take part in whatever suits their interests.
THE LIVELY 7DAYS Overview
Dates
Fukuoka: Sunday, July 26 to Saturday, August 1, 2026
Osaka: Sunday, August 16 to Saturday, August 22, 2026
Tokyo: Monday, October 26 to Sunday, November 1, 2026
Location: Each property's lobby lounge, restaurant, and bar (varies by program)
Admission: Free (food and drink charged separately)
Details on performers, times, and individual events will be announced on each hotel's official Instagram. Dates, times, and content are subject to change, so check each hotel's official Instagram for the latest information.
One Night Only at Each Property: "Heisei Retro Deco-Mori Night" (Free Admission)
(Key visual: Hayashi Rena)
Since opening, THE LIVELY has proposed a wide range of experiences through its stays and events, built around the four keywords "Design, Music, Art, and Tech," incorporating new ideas, concepts, and trends along the way. On the final day of "THE LIVELY 7DAYS" at each property, main DJ YonYon joins set designers Pakuchi Hitomi and Hayashi Rena for "Heisei Retro Deco-Mori Night," an event reinterpreting the recently trending "Heisei retro" aesthetic through THE LIVELY's own lens. The night brings together music popular during the Heisei era, set design inspired by "deco" and "mori" culture, and original event food created by each property's chefs around a "Heisei x local flavor" theme, delivering an evening where nostalgia and novelty intersect.
Dates & Times
Fukuoka: Saturday, August 1, 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Osaka: Saturday, August 22, 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Tokyo: Sunday, November 1, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Main DJ: YonYon
Pick-up DJs: Fukuoka: PELI, Osaka: BiBiYUA, Tokyo: Mitsuki Aoyama
Art: Pakuchi Hitomi
Key visual & signage display art: Hayashi Rena
Event-exclusive food & drink
YonYon
Head of the music label Peace Tree. Born in Seoul and raised in Tokyo, YonYon is a singing DJ loved across generations for an edgy sound that stays approachable and danceable while moving freely across a wide range of BPMs. Also active as a songwriter, crossing genres and languages with intuitively built lyrics that pair an addictive, poppy groove with real, message-driven words that captivate listeners worldwide. YonYon has also remixed and produced work in various fields, including for Ken Miyake, Sakanaction, and a Tamagotchi theme song, and continues to travel the country spreading love and peace through music.
YonYon
PELI
BiBiYUA
Mitsuki Aoyama
Pakuchi Hitomi
An artist who creates work primarily through tufting, along with techniques such as resin and ceramics.
Her signature design is a "love yourself" logo carrying the message "Love yourself and be happy!" Known for tufted exhibitions, set design, and photo spot production that express a cute, distinctive world, she is especially popular among women. She also directs her own accessory brand, "89xiiitokyo."
Hayashi Rena
Designer. Completed a master's program at Tama Art University Graduate School.
Primarily creates "typoems" (typography x poetry). Active across multiple creative fields centered on text design, including apparel brand collaborations, department store pop-ups, and artist artwork. Her work draws inspiration from Heisei-era culture.
Running Throughout the Event: An Evening Escape, "Sound Sake Stand" (Free Admission)
All food items ¥700 (tax included)
Each property regularly offers an evening experience for overnight guests. As a special program for this occasion, "Sound Sake Stand," a popular Fukuoka event previously open to non-guests as well, is being held at all three properties. Recreating standing-bar culture inside the hotel lounge, the event offers a space to drop by casually every day from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. DJs and artists active in each region perform on a rotating daily basis, with special guest DJ HASEBE also appearing. Alongside drinks and standing-bar food devised by each property's chefs, guests can enjoy an evening where music and food meet in THE LIVELY's distinctive, out-of-the-ordinary space.
DJ HASEBE appearance dates
Fukuoka: Sunday, July 26
Osaka: Friday, August 21
Tokyo: Sunday, November 1
Pick-up DJs
Fukuoka: -Jikū- Toki DJ NaNaGo* — appearing Sunday, July 26
Osaka: MiCHHE (SMOOVE) — appearing Friday, August 21
Tokyo: DJ HAMMER — appearing Monday, October 26
DJ HASEBE
DJ and sound producer who began his DJ career in 1990. In 1998, he released the mini-album "adore," featuring the track "Imasugu Hoshii" with Sugar Soul and Zeebra, which brought him wider recognition. Around the same time, he played at the legendary "HONEY DIP" parties held at Shibuya club HARLEM, which drew a full house every time. He released the full album "Hey World" in 2000, which was also released in several European countries the following year and drew attention there. Since then, he has handled remixes and production for numerous artists. In recent years, he has released a remix work built entirely from Michael Jackson and Jackson 5 sources, a collaborative mix CD with beach lifestyle magazine "HONEY," and, in 2020, an album marking his 30th anniversary as a DJ. He now livestreams on his own YouTube channel, proposing new ways to enjoy music, and remains active across multiple fields.
DJ HASEBE
-Jikū- Toki DJ NaNaGo*
MiCHHE (SMOOVE)
DJ HAMMER
Running Throughout the Event: Revived Favorites and Limited-Price Sweets, "Emode"
All items ¥700 (tax included)
"Emode," the sweets program built around the theme of "emotional x mode" and popular in Osaka and Fukuoka, returns in a special event edition. Alongside the revival of past fan-favorite menu items, each property's well-received regular menu items are offered at an anniversary-limited price across all three properties. Guests are invited to enjoy THE LIVELY's original sweets during this occasion.
Clockwise from top left in the photo:
Osaka revival menu: "à la daifuku? Chocolate version"
Osaka regular menu: "Pujin"
Fukuoka revival menu: "Kuri-ttai!"
Fukuoka regular menu: "Oreo Tiramisu"
Running Throughout the Event: Bartender-Devised Event-Exclusive Cocktails, All ¥700 (Tax Included)
At each property's popular spot, "THE LIVELY BAR," bartenders from the Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka properties have each devised an event-exclusive cocktail for a limited time. Since all three original cocktails are offered at every property, guests can enjoy each region's character in one place, all in a single visit.
From left in the photo:
Fukuoka: "Tonkotsu Martini"
Osaka: "Seven Botanicals"
Tokyo: "THE JAPAN"
One Night Only at Each Property: A Special Night with a Guest Bartender
Each property welcomes guest bartender Hiroyuki Ito for a one-night-only special lineup that includes the event-exclusive cocktails. Guests can enjoy a special bar time through this one-night collaboration with THE LIVELY BAR.
Dates
Fukuoka: Friday, July 31, 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Osaka: Friday, August 21, 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Tokyo: Monday, October 26, 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Hiroyuki Ito
Born in Saitama Prefecture. Aspired to become a bartender as a student. Worked at bars in Tokyo, honing his skills and knowledge through self-study. In 2018, at age 28, opened a bar in his hometown of Misato City, Saitama Prefecture, with the belief of building bar culture in a town without one. Offers cocktails unique to each season, incorporating local Saitama ingredients, materials for connecting with the community, and sustainability.
Awards
Winner, CAMPARI GROUP COCKTAIL GRAND PRIX, 2023. Division winner, DIAGEO WORLD CLASS JAPAN FINAL, 2025.
Fukuoka and Osaka Only: Special-Price Dinner Courses
At the in-hotel restaurant "THE LIVELY KITCHEN" in Fukuoka and Osaka, the "Japanese x Italian" dinner course served in Fukuoka and the "modern French" dinner course served in Osaka are offered at a 20% discount for the 7th anniversary. Guests are invited to enjoy each property's distinctive flavors during this occasion.
Reservations required. Some dates during the period are excluded. Check the reservation site for details. Menu content is subject to change; check the reservation site for details.
Featured menus
Fukuoka: Special price available only from July 26 (Sunday) to July 31 (Friday): a full 8-course meal built around seasonal ingredients, "Natsu Suikyo" — Regularly ¥7,000, now ¥5,600 (tax included)
Osaka: 7th anniversary special, 20% off: "luxe," a 7-course meal featuring wagyu braised in red wine, fresh fish, white shrimp, and foie gras (reservations limited to August 16 to 21) — Regularly ¥7,000, now ¥5,600 (tax included)
Property Overview
Fukuoka: "THE LIVELY Fukuoka Hakata"
Address: 5-2-18 Nakasu, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 810-0801
Access: 1-minute walk from Nakasukawabata Station on the subway Airport Line, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Hakata Station, 20 minutes by taxi from Fukuoka Airport
Osaka: "THE LIVELY Osaka Honmachi"
Address: 1-5-11 Minami-Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka 541-0054
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 5 of Sakaisuji-Honmachi Station on the Chuo and Sakaisuji lines, 10-minute walk from Honmachi Station on the Chuo, Midosuji, and Yotsubashi lines
Tokyo: "THE LIVELY Tokyo Azabu-Juban"
Address: 1-5-23 Azabu-Juban, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0045
Access: 3-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Toei Oedo Line, 10-minute walk from Roppongi Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and Toei Oedo Line
