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Cruise Company Sees Significant Growth in Q1 FY2027

Cruise Company, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has revealed impressive results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. On August 5, 2026, the company reported consolidated revenue of 3,784 million yen, showing an astonishing growth of 136.5% compared to the same period last year. This growth is attributed to positive performance across all segments, especially the hotel's conversion business, which remains the core of the firm’s success.

Key Highlights and Performance Indicators of the Hotel Conversion Business

Robust Automation and Expansion

The company has leveraged advanced automation and AI technologies to significantly streamline its operations. This efficiency allows them to operate effectively with a leaner workforce while steadily increasing the scale of their projects.

High Occupancy Rates

Cruise Company's hotels have maintained an average occupancy rate of over 80%, surpassing the annual average rate of approximately 75% among hotels in Tokyo. This indicates strong demand and effective management in attracting guests to their properties.

Average Rate Trends

While the average nightly rate for Q1 was temporarily affected by the company’s foray into lower-priced areas like Ueno, where the average stood at 53,654 yen, individual room rates have seen a remarkable increase of about 20% year-over-year in specific cases. Excitingly, the company is anticipating the opening of new properties in premium areas such as Shibuya and Shinjuku in the second quarter, which is expected to drive prices back up.

Financial Forecast and Insights

Cruise Company has set a notably ambitious forecast, aiming for consolidated revenue of 18,000 million yen (up by 52.3% year-over-year) and operating profit of 608 million yen (a staggering increase of 2,490.4% from the previous term). Though the operating profit in Q1 reflected a shortfall of 99 million yen, this low result stems from the unique business model of the hotel conversion sector, which typically relies on long-term stable rental income from high-occupancy hotels, alongside capital gains from property sell-offs after enhancing their value.

As such, the first quarter's sluggish progress is mitigated by the consistent upward trend in revenue across all segments and the anticipated capital gains from property sales, reinforcing confidence in meeting the full-year projections.

IR News: Sale of Properties

In an important development disclosed on August 5, 2026, Cruise Asset Company, a subsidiary of Cruise Company, resolved to sell property in Yoyogi, Shibuya Ward, which is in the process of being converted into a hotel. Further details are available in the official announcement regarding the sale.

Property Overview

• - Location: Yoyogi, Shibuya Ward, Tokyо (Close to Shinjuku Station)
• - Description: The property is situated near one of the world’s busiest transit hubs, contributing to its high asset value.
• - Contract Date: August 5, 2026
• - Expected Transfer Date: Mid-September 2026.

Due to confidentiality agreements, details about the buyer and sale price remain undisclosed. However, this transaction aligns perfectly with the previously discussed strategy of maximizing property value to realize capital gains, thereby contributing to our overarching fiscal objectives.

Conclusion

Cruise Company embodies innovation and growth in its strategic approach to property development and hotel conversion. Their commitment to elevating real estate assets into premier hospitality venues reinforces their vision to bolster Japan’s status as a leading tourism destination.

For more information about Cruise Company and its initiatives, please visit Cruise Company Official Site.

For inquiries regarding this release, contact the Cruise Company's Public Relations team: Moroto and Matsuoka at [email protected].