About Us
Wayfarer is unlike any other accommodation - we bring to travelers unique, stylish, experience and design-led spaces at affordable rates. We focus on building a community around our hotel by partnering with the best local shops and services. We’re here for the explorers, for people looking for a little peace and quiet, and for the ones who can’t wait to discover more.
There's something for everyone in Japan and too much to see.
Wayfarer is here so that you can get the most out of your travels.
Grow with Us
Wayfarer is looking to expand. As an accommodations operator, we specialize in 3 key areas:
FLEXIBILITY
Capability to operate hotels, hostels, machiyas, minpaku/monthly mansions
Flexible lease terms based on owner ROI requirements
OPTIMISATION
Operational & financial expertise
Global hotel brand standards
Robust cost optimisation
TECHNOLOGY
Best-in-class international software systems
Task automation
First adopter in Japan
Download our Corporate Introduction here. For more information, please contact:
winston.chu@wayfarer-group.com & hugo.wong@wayfarer-group.com
Our Team
Winston Chu
Chairman & CEO
A passionate investor and graphics designer with over 10 years experience in global investments across different asset classes at multiple award-winning investment funds.
Winston leads Wayfarer on strategic expansion, operational optimization & financial reporting.
Hugo Wong
Over 17 years experience in Japan related business and industries at global Japanese conglomerates such as ITOCHU and MUFJ.
He has played key roles in business development and investor relations at major listed companies.
Hugo manages sales, operational processes & business development.
Zhenghao Yang
COO
Founder of Kyoto luxury machiya brand, “Tabitabi Stays”, along with 10 years of extensive operational experience as the founding member of Alibaba Japan.
Yang directs all operational execution at our properties & leads marketing initiatives.
CMO
Our Partners
