[International Garden Hotel Narita] Event 'Narita, Spring Battle: Japanese Adventure 2026' to Experience Horses and Samurai Culture Held for Children's Day
International Garden Hotel Narita is hosting 'Narita, Spring Battle: Japanese Adventure 2026' on Children's Day, May 5, 2026. This event offers families a day of cultural experiences, including horse interactions, samurai armor try-ons, rickshaw rides, and a local market. Dining options like lunch and dinner buffets are also available.
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International Garden Hotel Narita (Narita City, Chiba Prefecture, General Manager: Ikuya Kubo) will hold a special event, "Narita, Spring Battle: Japanese Adventure 2026," on Children's Day, May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday). On the hotel's vast grounds, we have prepared a program where parents and children can experience interacting with horses, Japanese traditional culture, and local cuisine throughout the day.
■ Experience Interacting with Real Horses
In honor of the 2026 Chinese zodiac sign, the Year of the Horse, we offer an experience to interact with real horses.
・Thoroughbred Viewing: At a special outdoor venue, you can see thoroughbreds up close, observing their muscle movements and beautiful coats.
・Pony Riding & Photos: The undisputed champion of the pony world, "Kojuu Gundan," will appear. Enjoy lead-rein rides and riding experiences for children, as well as commemorative photos.
■ Japanese Experiences Enjoying Samurai Culture and Rickshaws
These are participatory activities to experience Japanese traditional culture.
・Armor (Katchu) Try-on Experience: Staff will help you wear authentic samurai armor (for adults). Please enjoy taking commemorative photos at the special photo spot.
・Rickshaw Tour: Enjoy a rickshaw tour around the hotel grounds, including the orchard.
■ Marche to Taste Chiba's Bounty
・Local Production for Local Consumption Marche: In cooperation with "Suehiro Farm" in Tomisato City, we will sell "Tomisato Watermelon," spring vegetables, and processed seafood products directly from Choshi Port.
・Japanese Goods Sale: A booth offering small Japanese accessories will be set up.
■ Family Fun: Molkky Experience & "Fun Gacha"
・Molkky Experience: Molkky is a sport originating in Finland where players knock down wooden pins. Families can participate.
・Fun Gacha: A "Fun Gacha" (lottery) will be held where you can win free accommodation tickets or pair dinner tickets. (Limited to 50 prizes)
□ Event Overview
Event: Narita, Spring Battle: Japanese Adventure 2026
Date and Time: May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, holiday) 10:00 - 16:00
Venue: International Garden Hotel Narita (Lounge, Orchard, Tennis Court, Parking Lot)
Main Activities:

|
Event Content |
Venue |
Time |
Price |
Target Age |
Capacity |
Notes |
|
Thoroughbred Viewing |
Orchard |
10:00 - 16:00 |
Free |
No restrictions |
Cancelled in case of rain |
|
|
Pony Riding & Photos |
Orchard |
10:00 - 16:00 |
¥1,000 |
Elementary school students |
20 people |
Cancelled in case of rain |
|
Armor Try-on Experience |
Lounge |
10:00 - 16:00 |
¥1,000 |
Adults |
20 people |
Held indoors |
|
Rickshaw Tour |
Orchard |
11:00 - 16:00 |
¥1,000 |
No restrictions |
20 people |
Cancelled in case of rain |
|
Molkky Experience |
Tennis Court |
10:00 - 16:00 |
Free |
No restrictions |
80 people |
Cancelled in case of rain |
|
Marche |
Parking Lot |
10:00 - 16:00 |
Held indoors in case of rain |
*No reservations are required for any of the above events.
*Event times and details may change due to the condition of the thoroughbreds and ponies.
*Preschoolers and elementary school students must be accompanied by a guardian.
[Restaurant Information]



|
Buffet |
Time |
Adults |
Elementary school students |
Toddlers (4 years and over) |
|
Lunch Buffet |
11:30 - 13:00 |
¥4,200 |
¥2,100 |
¥1,000 |
|
Dinner Buffet |
17:00 - 21:00 |
¥4,500 |
¥2,200 |
¥1,100 |
*Children aged 3 and under are free for all buffets.
*Prices shown include tax and service charge.
□ For reservations and inquiries, please contact International Garden Hotel Narita
Restaurant Reservations TEL: 0476-23-5545 (Direct)
About International Garden Hotel Narita
Located approximately 20 minutes by free shuttle bus from Narita International Airport, International Garden Hotel Narita offers excellent accessibility. It is also conveniently located for tourist spots such as Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, making it ideal for business meetings and stays before or after overseas departures.
With a spacious 28 sqm per room, the hotel boasts 463 rooms, each featuring a relaxing space with soft tones. Free internet access with comfortable Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, meeting rooms, and banquet halls.
The 8 meeting rooms concentrated on one floor can be used for breakout sessions and training seminars, while the 139 sqm banquet hall can be used for general meetings, seminars, and parties. We meticulously cater to business meetings, small dining gatherings, and parties.
For details about International Garden Hotel Narita, please visit https://gardennarita.com/.
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