LOS CABOS — A spectacular fireworks display and a signature sake ceremony marked the official launch of the new Nobu Hotel Los Cabos on Nov. 13.

Robert De Niro, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper, co-founders of Nobu Hospitality, all took part in the festivities on Nov. 13, which also included a ribbon-cutting and a performance by Japanese Taiko drummers. After breaking the lid to a sake barrel with wooden mallets, sake was served to guests in traditional masu cups for a grand toast.

Following the toast, fireworks lit up the night sky while fire dancers and DJ Cassidy entertained guests.

Situated on the Baja California Sur peninsula, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos is the brand’s first hotel in Mexico. It boasts 200 rooms and suites with ocean views, four pools, private cabanas an Esencia Wellness Spa, Malibu Farm and the signature Nobu Restaurant. It’s also surrounded by the world-famous Diamante featuring golf courses designed by Tiger Woods and Davis Love III.

Nobu Hospitality’s portfolio now includes 10 properties across five continents, with eight more under development. In addition to Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, this year also saw the grand opening of Nobu Hotel Barcelona. In 2020, the brand will welcome Nobu Hotel Chicago, Nobu Hotel Warsaw and its second London property, Nobu Hotel London Portman Square.