Takumi Ito Eiō, Ōza Signs Advertising Contract; "Hotel for the Next Move" and "Resort for the Next Move" Versions to be Released from April 3rd

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Apa Hotel has signed an advertising contract with Shogi player Takumi Ito, releasing new commercials titled "Hotel for the Next Move" and "Resort for the Next Move." This collaboration aims to promote Shogi culture, building on the company's existing sponsorship of the Eiōsen tournament and its Shogi-themed hot spring ryokan. The company is also expanding its hotel network, aiming for 150,000 rooms by March 2027.