〈Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO〉Special Plan for Eiheiji Town's Summer Tradition "Toro Nagashi" on August 22 (Sat) Now Available
Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO, a hot spring auberge in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture, has launched a special accommodation plan allowing guests to participate in the "Eiheiji Town Toro Nagashi" on August 22, 2026. Guests can float their own lanterns and enjoy fireworks from their rooms, experiencing a quintessential summer tradition.
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Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO, a hot spring auberge in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture, operated by Aqua Ignis Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Tetsuya Tachibana), is now offering an accommodation plan that allows guests to participate in the "39th Eiheiji Town Toro Nagashi" to be held on the Kuzuryu River on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The Eiheiji Town Toro Nagashi is a summer tradition of Eiheiji Town, selected as one of the "100 Best Night Views of Japan." Approximately 120 monks from Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect, gather to perform the "Daiseshiki Hoyo" (a memorial service with sutra chanting and reading of posthumous Buddhist names). Afterwards, about 10,000 lanterns, imbued with "love and gratitude" for ancestors and wishes for their repose, are floated down the Kuzuryu River. The sight of 10,000 lanterns forming a band of light is beautiful and fantastical, attracting many people from all over Japan seeking healing and peace.
At Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO, guests staying on this day can specially float a lantern they have personally inscribed. The sight of quiet prayers entrusted to the lanterns flowing down the water as a band of light will be an unforgettable scene. Furthermore, the fireworks display held at the end of the event can be enjoyed from all guest rooms. Spend a peaceful summer night at Kanshukuen, making a wish on the flickering lights.
Plan Details
■Feature 1■ Room Amenities
"Wish Lanterns" are prepared in your room. You can spend time writing your thoughts in the quiet comfort of your room. Additionally, to provide a subtle sense of coolness, Kanshukuen original logo fans are also provided. These are carefully crafted items from RYOZO, an Echizen Washi paper workshop with over 80 years of history.
Echizen Washi Fan, Inscribing a Wish Lantern
■Feature 2■ Dinner at "Nihonryori En"
For dinner, "Hokuriku no Shun Kaiseki" (Seasonal Kaiseki of Hokuriku) featuring natural sweetfish caught in the Kuzuryu River is served at "Nihonryori En." Sweetfish raised in clear water and quality moss, with firm flesh from swimming against strong currents and a moderately fatty, aromatic flavor, are a specialty. A dish of fragrant grilled sweetfish harmonizes with the delicate umami of Kokuryu sake, allowing you to enjoy the rich aftertaste unique to Fukui.
Counter Seating, Kuzuryu River Natural Sweetfish
■Feature 3■ Toro Nagashi Experience
After dinner, guests will be escorted to the event venue with transportation provided, and special permission has been obtained to allow you to leisurely float your hand-written lantern in a less crowded area. Kanshukuen staff will provide careful guidance at the venue, so even first-time participants can join with peace of mind.
Kuzuryu River Toro Nagashi
The fireworks display held at the end of the event can be viewed from all guest rooms at Kanshukuen, allowing you to enjoy it leisurely in a private space. You can also choose to watch at the venue; your preference will be asked at check-in.
Fireworks Display
Accommodation Plan Details
Date
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Check-in 15:00~ / Dinner: 17:00~ (1st seating only)
Toro Nagashi: 19:50~ / Fireworks: 20:40~
Price
1 night with 2 meals: 120,500 yen / per person (when using a room for 2 people)
Dinner
■Nihonryori En "Kuzuryu River Natural Sweetfish and Hokuriku Seasonal Kaiseki"
(Example Menu)
・Ayu Namasu (Sweetfish and vegetable salad)
・Summer fresh fish sashimi
・Ayu Sui (Sweetfish soup) with grilled eggplant and okra
・Chilled salted sea urchin chawanmushi
・Mikata Goko natural eel shirayaki (grilled without sauce)
・Eiheiji picnic corn tofu
・Kuzuryu River upstream sweetfish salt-grilled with Tadezu (vinegar sauce)
・Rock oyster fry (with lemon or Fukui rakkyo tartar) or
Sweetfish fry (with grated cucumber vinegar or Fukui rakkyo tartar)
・Sweetfish and new ginger rice & Fukui local cuisine
Nishin to Nasu Ni (Herring and eggplant stew), Fu no Karashi Aae (Wheat gluten with mustard dressing), Fukui Umeboshi, etc.
・Seasonal dessert
*Menu items and number of dishes may change depending on daily availability.
*If you wish for a private room, an additional charge of 3,025 yen (tax and service included) per person will apply.
Venue
Kuzuryu River Eiheiji River Park (approx. 10 minutes by car from Kanshukuen)
・On the day, transportation will be provided from Kanshukuen to the venue.
・Organizer's HP｜https://toronagashi.com/
Other
・The plan includes the "Wish Lantern" floating experience (one lantern per group).
If you wish to change to a "Memorial Lantern," please contact us in advance.
・In case of inclement weather, the event may be canceled. The decision for cancellation due to weather will be made on the day, and please note that accommodation fees will not be refunded.
Accommodation Reservations
Facility Introduction
■Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO (https://kanshukuen.com/)
Born in November 2024, this auberge focuses on sake to promote the food and culture of Hokuriku, including Fukui. It offers a supreme stay in this land, which can be called the origin of Japanese food culture.
The Eiheiji Town Toro Nagashi is a summer tradition of Eiheiji Town, selected as one of the "100 Best Night Views of Japan." Approximately 120 monks from Eiheiji, the head temple of the Soto Zen sect, gather to perform the "Daiseshiki Hoyo" (a memorial service with sutra chanting and reading of posthumous Buddhist names). Afterwards, about 10,000 lanterns, imbued with "love and gratitude" for ancestors and wishes for their repose, are floated down the Kuzuryu River. The sight of 10,000 lanterns forming a band of light is beautiful and fantastical, attracting many people from all over Japan seeking healing and peace.
At Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO, guests staying on this day can specially float a lantern they have personally inscribed. The sight of quiet prayers entrusted to the lanterns flowing down the water as a band of light will be an unforgettable scene. Furthermore, the fireworks display held at the end of the event can be enjoyed from all guest rooms. Spend a peaceful summer night at Kanshukuen, making a wish on the flickering lights.
Plan Details
■Feature 1■ Room Amenities
"Wish Lanterns" are prepared in your room. You can spend time writing your thoughts in the quiet comfort of your room. Additionally, to provide a subtle sense of coolness, Kanshukuen original logo fans are also provided. These are carefully crafted items from RYOZO, an Echizen Washi paper workshop with over 80 years of history.
Echizen Washi Fan, Inscribing a Wish Lantern
■Feature 2■ Dinner at "Nihonryori En"
For dinner, "Hokuriku no Shun Kaiseki" (Seasonal Kaiseki of Hokuriku) featuring natural sweetfish caught in the Kuzuryu River is served at "Nihonryori En." Sweetfish raised in clear water and quality moss, with firm flesh from swimming against strong currents and a moderately fatty, aromatic flavor, are a specialty. A dish of fragrant grilled sweetfish harmonizes with the delicate umami of Kokuryu sake, allowing you to enjoy the rich aftertaste unique to Fukui.
Counter Seating, Kuzuryu River Natural Sweetfish
■Feature 3■ Toro Nagashi Experience
After dinner, guests will be escorted to the event venue with transportation provided, and special permission has been obtained to allow you to leisurely float your hand-written lantern in a less crowded area. Kanshukuen staff will provide careful guidance at the venue, so even first-time participants can join with peace of mind.
Kuzuryu River Toro Nagashi
The fireworks display held at the end of the event can be viewed from all guest rooms at Kanshukuen, allowing you to enjoy it leisurely in a private space. You can also choose to watch at the venue; your preference will be asked at check-in.
Fireworks Display
Accommodation Plan Details
Date
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Check-in 15:00~ / Dinner: 17:00~ (1st seating only)
Toro Nagashi: 19:50~ / Fireworks: 20:40~
Price
1 night with 2 meals: 120,500 yen / per person (when using a room for 2 people)
Dinner
■Nihonryori En "Kuzuryu River Natural Sweetfish and Hokuriku Seasonal Kaiseki"
(Example Menu)
・Ayu Namasu (Sweetfish and vegetable salad)
・Summer fresh fish sashimi
・Ayu Sui (Sweetfish soup) with grilled eggplant and okra
・Chilled salted sea urchin chawanmushi
・Mikata Goko natural eel shirayaki (grilled without sauce)
・Eiheiji picnic corn tofu
・Kuzuryu River upstream sweetfish salt-grilled with Tadezu (vinegar sauce)
・Rock oyster fry (with lemon or Fukui rakkyo tartar) or
Sweetfish fry (with grated cucumber vinegar or Fukui rakkyo tartar)
・Sweetfish and new ginger rice & Fukui local cuisine
Nishin to Nasu Ni (Herring and eggplant stew), Fu no Karashi Aae (Wheat gluten with mustard dressing), Fukui Umeboshi, etc.
・Seasonal dessert
*Menu items and number of dishes may change depending on daily availability.
*If you wish for a private room, an additional charge of 3,025 yen (tax and service included) per person will apply.
Venue
Kuzuryu River Eiheiji River Park (approx. 10 minutes by car from Kanshukuen)
・On the day, transportation will be provided from Kanshukuen to the venue.
・Organizer's HP｜https://toronagashi.com/
Other
・The plan includes the "Wish Lantern" floating experience (one lantern per group).
If you wish to change to a "Memorial Lantern," please contact us in advance.
・In case of inclement weather, the event may be canceled. The decision for cancellation due to weather will be made on the day, and please note that accommodation fees will not be refunded.
Accommodation Reservations
Facility Introduction
■Kanshukuen ESHIKOTO (https://kanshukuen.com/)
Born in November 2024, this auberge focuses on sake to promote the food and culture of Hokuriku, including Fukui. It offers a supreme stay in this land, which can be called the origin of Japanese food culture.