Chugoku Kappo Ryokan Kikusuitei, located in Tokorozawa, Saitama, is launching a moon-themed autumn experience called "Kikusui no Tsuki Monogatari" (掬水の月物語), running from September 1 to November 30, 2026.
The ryokan's name is inspired by a line from a Tang dynasty Chinese poem: "掬水月在手" — "when you scoop water, the moon rests in your hands." The moon rising over Tama Lake (多摩湖) is also recognized as one of Japan's 100 Famous Moons (百名月), celebrated for the beauty of its reflection on the water's surface.
Throughout the event, guests can enjoy three distinct moon-themed experiences across the property.
Moon Lodging Plan: Kikusui Moon Story
A special overnight plan called "掬水の月物語 ～月と味わう所沢ステイ～" is available for up to 2 rooms per day. Each room is appointed with a moon light designed to recreate the feeling of scooping the moon from water — serving as a photo spot — along with a moon-viewing set featuring dango and rabbit-shaped wagashi, a tea incense burner using locally grown Sayama tea, and a rabbit towel art arrangement. The dinner course includes moon-inspired dishes and moon-themed drinks.
Period: September 1 (Tuesday) to November 30 (Monday), 2026
Sales start: July 3, 2026 from 12:00 NOON
Room type: Japanese Modern Room A
Price: from ¥17,097 per person (based on 5 guests sharing 1 room)
Restaurant Tengaiten (天外天)
At the in-house restaurant Tengaiten, a seasonal menu of moon-themed dishes and moon cocktails will be available throughout the event period. The menu invites guests to experience "scooping the moon" and "tasting the moon" across both lunch and dinner service.
Period: September 1 (Tuesday) to November 30 (Monday), 2026
Lunch: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (last order 2:00 PM)
Dinner: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (last order 8:00 PM)
Price: from ¥700
Public Bath "Sayama no Chayu" (狭山の茶湯)
During the event period, the public bath will feature hinoki (Japanese cypress) bath balls shaped to resemble the moon, floating in the water. Guests can enjoy a relaxed soak amid the gentle scent of wood while experiencing the feeling of a moonlit bath.
Period: September 1 (Tuesday) to November 30 (Monday), 2026
Hours: 12:00 NOON to 7:00 PM (day-use bathing)
Price: Adult ¥1,000 / Child ¥800
Lounge and Shop
The lobby lounge offers moon-inspired wagashi, while the shop features original products including dorayaki and yokan inspired by the moon rising over Tama Lake. These items allow visitors to continue enjoying the moon experience even after departing the ryokan.
Note: Dorayaki is available in limited quantities and may sell out.
Lounge hours: 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last order 4:30 PM)
Price: from ¥1,000
