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[Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa] ・[Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa] Collaboration with "Fearing Corps" who has worked on numerous hit projects Started a horror mystery event around the hotel.

Develop original stories incorporating local myths. A new project has started where you can enjoy all-inclusive entertainment that can only be experienced here while visiting the hotel building.

Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa (Location: Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture / General Manager: Bruce Lee) and Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa (Location: Minamiawaji City, Hyogo Prefecture / General Manager: Masahiro Oshiro) will hold a horror mystery around the hotel as a new entertainment to enjoy all-inclusive stays more.
This project was realized in collaboration with the "Fearing Corps", which has gained overwhelming support for hands-on entertainment. Original stories built based on the history and traditions rooted in the region will be developed by combining high-quality video and audio. Participants use smartphones and tablets to travel around the hotel to read the “cues” that have been crafted in various places, and gradually lead to the heart of the story. We provide an even more fulfilling hotel stay with hands-on entertainment that explores the truth of strange events that show unpredictable developments.

Outline of “Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa” Implementation

[Facilities] Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa
Period: From December 27, 2025 (Sat) ※Possibility of change of contents due to hotel circumstances, closed days/exclusion days etc.
[Available time] 15:00 ~22:00 ※Time required: 30 to 50 minutes
【Reservation】 Not required
【Price】 It is a free activity for guests only.
[Details] https://grand-mercure-lakehamana-resortandspa.jp/lp/horror-quest
[Remarks]
・The contents are subject to change depending on the situation.
・This is an experience using the Internet environment and mobile devices (smartphones/tablets).
(If you use an earbud, you will feel more realistic through voice.)
・If the hotel Wi-Fi is not available, the communication fee may be borne by the customer.

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[Hamanakonokowaiyol]

There is a stone in this area, which is now Shizuoka Prefecture, which is said to have cried loudly at night. There is a legend that Kobo Daishi, who pityed the tragedy that took place in this land a long time ago, carved a letter on the stone and contained the sadness.

And now, a strange incident occurred at the hotel due to the "just piece of stone" picked up on the lake shore. The old tradition and the present incident are quietly connected.
A tense horror mystery begins to follow the chain of grudges that have been handed down to Shizuoka for a long time with hotel managers and local historians.

Outline of “Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa” Implementation

[Facilities] Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa
Period: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 ※Possibility of change of contents due to hotel circumstances, closed days/exclusion days etc.
[Available time] 15:00 ~22:00 ※Time required: 30 to 60 minutes
【Reservation】 Not required
【Price】 It is a free activity for guests only.
[Details] https://grand-mercure-awajiisland-resortandspa.jp/lp/horror-quest
[Remarks]
・The contents are subject to change depending on the situation.
・This is an experience using the Internet environment and mobile devices (smartphones/tablets).
(If you use an earbud, you will feel more realistic through voice.)
・If the hotel Wi-Fi is not available, the communication fee may be borne by the customer.

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【Awajima Nokowaiyol】

Awajishima, floating in the Seto Inland Sea, is said to have been the birthplace of Japan's first married couple gods, Izanagi and Izanami, and is known as the myths of "the island of good relations" and "the sacred place of couples". The hotel, built on the hill of this island, which was the setting of the myth, has also been a place of blessing with many good relationships.

However, recently – late-night footsteps, strange signs on the walls of corridors and staircases, and suddenly disappearing guests – an unexplained incident occurred at the hotel. In cooperation with local historians and mediums, the development of tensions is approaching the truth hidden in the myths of the island. The horror mystery begins to step into the mystery of mysterious strange things.


[Experience image]

Using a mobile device (smartphone / tablet), access the special site from the QR code installed in the hall, and proceed with the story while receiving clues from video and audio. Video and audio are linked to the space in the hall, and by using earbuds, the expression of fear becomes clearer. We have realized an overwhelming sense of immersion in which the whole space is dyed with fear.

The exploration area spreads throughout the hotel building, and areas that are not usually accessible are specially opened, so you can enjoy a unique world view that you can not taste anywhere else. It is an entertainment experience full of sense of accomplishment that allows you to share the "response to open up the story" by challenging with your family and friends as well as the tension that you can enjoy alone.

Participants will become survey cooperators and proceed with the story in cooperation with hotel managers, local history researchers, and mediums. ※The image is an image. ※Characters and stories are fiction based on history, myths and traditions. ※Small children should participate with the consent of their parents. ※Please give consideration to other guests in the hotel.

[What a fearing party]

Under the motto of "[Scare] to [Memories]", we work on haunted houses and horror events nationwide. Over 400 collaborations across genres such as large theme parks, amusement parks, shopping malls, railway companies, local governments, etc. We are leading the forefront of the industry by creating the world's first attempt one after another. A creative group that moves the times, which continues to create new trends with its innovations.

Owner and Haunted House Producer Kenta Iwana / President Ayaga Imade

■Grand Mercure Lake Hamana Resort & Spa

It is a resort hotel where you can relax with a superb view and hot springs while watching the scenery of the changing lake. You can enjoy an all-inclusive stay that includes dinner, breakfast buffet, hot springs, lounges, and some activities that make use of ingredients unique to this area.

[Location] 4396-1, Yuutouchoyamazaki, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka
【TEL】 03-6627-4647 (Reservation Center)
【Price】 All-inclusive 25,500 yen per night (1 person fee when using 2 rooms, tax, etc.)
【URL】 https://grand-mercure-lakehamana-resortandspa.jp/

 

■Grand Mercure Awaji Island Resort & Spa

Located along the beautiful coastline of the Seto Inland Sea, this all-inclusive resort hotel overlooks the Onaruto Bridge and Naruto Strait that leads to Tokushima. It creates a healing time with scenic scenery such as the blue sea and green island shadow, the sunset over the direction of Onaruto Bridge and hot springs. On the rooftop of the hotel, "KOHAKU Terrace" is opened, named after the amber sunset that dyes the sea and sky. You can spend a relaxing time while watching the sunset over the sea that spreads out in front of you.

[Location] 317, Fukurahei, Minamiawaji-shi, Hyogo
【TEL】 03-6830-3932 (Reservation Center)
【Price】 All-inclusive 25,700 yen per night (tax and surcharge per person when using one room for two people)
【URL】 https://grand-mercure-awajiisland-resortandspa.jp/