Throughout October, Hoshino Resorts Tomamu will host a 'Potato Halloween' event, offering a unique Halloween experience centered around potatoes.
Hotaru Street will be filled with giant potato sculptures and potato-themed dishes, along with fireworks and other diverse events.
With potato-shaped costume rentals, photo zones, and various other content, it's a fantastic opportunity for the whole family to create lasting memories.
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu, Hokkaido's premier resort hotel, will be hosting a special Halloween event from October 1st to 31st. This event, titled ‘Potato Halloween’, features a unique theme centered around celebrating Halloween with potatoes, promising a memorable experience for visitors.
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu, capitalizing on Hokkaido's status as Japan's top potato producer, has designed this event with potatoes as the star, replacing the traditional pumpkin. Hotaru Street serves as the main venue, captivating visitors with a diverse array of potato-themed dishes and unique decorations. Spectacular decorations, including a towering 4-meter potato gate and a massive 3-meter diameter potato jack-o'-lantern, are scattered throughout the resort, creating a whimsical atmosphere that feels like stepping into a potato kingdom.
Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Halloween Event Overview
Various restaurants along Hotaru Street will be showcasing special potato-themed menus, offering a unique culinary adventure. Enjoy a range of dishes like potato croquettes, potato pizza, and potato ice cream, making for an extraordinary dining experience. Furthermore, Halloween decorations are generously placed throughout the resort, including the front desk, bus stops, and hallways, ensuring a festive atmosphere everywhere you go.
During the event, a free potato-themed hat and costume rental service will be available. Costumes are prepared for both children and pets, allowing the entire family to transform into potatoes and enjoy the Halloween fun together. Capture precious memories by taking photos at the numerous photo spots adorned with Halloween decorations throughout Hotaru Street.
Adding to the excitement, a spectacular fireworks display is planned every weekend night throughout October, creating lasting memories for visitors. Experience the magic of Potato Halloween with a dazzling fireworks show for an unforgettable evening.
Through this Potato Halloween event, Hoshino Resorts Tomamu showcases a unique and regionally-inspired theme, reflecting the characteristics of Hokkaido. Guests can experience a different kind of fun through potato-themed decorations, food, and costumes, offering a refreshing departure from traditional Halloween celebrations.
The Potato Halloween event runs daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM from October 1st to 31st, and participation is free. If you're looking for a special Halloween experience with family, loved ones, or friends, be sure to visit Hoshino Resorts Tomamu.
About Hoshino Resorts
Hoshino Resorts, a leading hotel management company in Japan, began as a Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, in 1914. Currently helmed by the fourth-generation leader, Yoshiharu Hoshino, the company is renowned for its unique experiences that reflect the traditions and culture of each region. Hoshino Resorts is beloved by global travelers for its exceptional hospitality (Omotenashi; おもてなし). Operating over 55 lodging facilities domestically and internationally, the company offers a variety of brands to cater to diverse needs and preferences. These include the luxury brand HOSHINOYA, the onsen (hot spring) Ryokan brand KAI, the stylish resort brand RISONARE, the urban tourism hotel brand OMO, and BEB, a relaxed hotel brand targeting a younger demographic. Each brand provides distinct lodging experiences tailored to the unique character of each location.
This year's Potato Halloween event provides a unique opportunity to experience a different side of Halloween in Hokkaido. Create unforgettable Halloween memories while enjoying the unique festivities centered around potatoes.