Grand Mercure Wakayama Minabe Resort & Spa Festive Season Celebration Events

About this event

At Grand Mercure Wakayama Minabe Resort & Spa in Minabe Town, Wakayama Prefecture, multiple hands-on events under the theme 'Festive Season Enjoyment Events' will be held in December 2026, covering fermentation, art, music, model trains, and more for a wide range of generations to enjoy. Not only overnight guests, but also local residents and day-trip visitors can participate. On Sunday, December 6, a wellness program focused on gut health to learn koji making and fermented cuisine titled 'Retreat to Learn Koji Making and Fermentation: A Moment to Enjoy Making Shio-koji and Shoyu-koji' will be held, which includes admission to the large public bath as a participant benefit. On Saturday, December 12, a live painting event titled 'ICHIGO ICHIE' by Czech contemporary artist Vit Kodousek will take place, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience where spectators can also participate in creating the artwork. On Saturday, December 19, 'Night Chapel Concert' by Wakayama-born saxophonist Nazuki' will be held, filling the serene chapel space with beautiful melodies. Furthermore, on Saturday, December 26 and Sunday, December 27, the family-friendly 'Thrilling 16-Gauge! Model Train Operating Meet' will be held, featuring intricate 16-gauge model trains running on tracks. These events provide opportunities to create special memories during the festive season.

Venue

Grand Mercure Wakayama Minabe Resort & Spa

348 Omezudomari, Yamauchi, Minabe-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama 645-0012