Starting November 14, 2026 (Saturday), the adventure resort Sagamiko MORI MORI in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, about 50 minutes by car from the Tokyo metropolitan area and surrounded by rich nature, will hold "KAWAISOUNI! Gira Gira Circus Troupe in Sagamiko Illumillion." The collaboration illumination area features KAWAISOUNI!, the creator behind the social media-born characters Opanchu Usagi and Npochamu.
Following the earlier announcement that the event would take place, new details have been released on the collaboration attractions, food, and original goods, as well as tie-ups with the neighboring Sagamiko Onsen Ururi and a collaboration room at the outdoor accommodation PICA Sagamiko.
Special Website: https://www.sagamiko-resort.jp/KAWAISOUNI_illumi/
Opening Day Lighting Ceremony with the Characters
To mark the start of Sagamiko Illumillion, a lighting ceremony will be held on opening day, with Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro making an appearance.
Date and time: November 14, 2026 (Saturday), from 5:00 PM (planned)
A photo session with Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro will also be held. Advance registration is required, and applications are accepted through the special website.
The Illumination Area and Attractions
The "KAWAISOUNI! Gira Gira Circus Troupe in Sagamiko Illumillion" area is the summit area reached by riding the 250-meter-long "Gira Gira! Sway Sway? Rainbow Lift."
The event follows an original story in which the Gira Gira Circus Troupe, the most popular troupe in the galaxy, comes to Sagamiko on a galaxy tour. By a twist of fate, Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro join the tour as troupe members and take on circus acts together with original Gira Gira Circus Troupe characters and characters from KAWAISOUNI!'s videos. The slapstick tale is told through balloons and sparkling illumination.
Illumination Highlights
"Journey Around the Galaxy! Gira Gira Show Time!"
In this show of about four minutes, Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro are suddenly thrust onto the stage and put on a chaotic illumination show set to an original song.
"Everyone Gather! KAWAISOUNI! Gira Gira Circus Troupe Great Wall"
A giant illumination wall features all the members of the Gira Gira Circus Troupe.
"Wild and Wacky Starlight Amusement Park"
A glowing spot where Npochamu and Kimimaro strike a pose.
Collaboration Attractions
Popular attractions in the park also get collaboration designs.
"Gira Gira Circus Troupe's Flustered Pedal"
"Blue Sky Pedal," where riders pedal bicycles through the night sky at an elevation of 370 meters, becomes "Gira Gira Circus Troupe's Flustered Pedal." The Ferris wheel, which offers a panoramic view of the night scenery, becomes "Go with the Galaxy Circus Troupe! Spinning Ferris Wheel." Both feature special character designs, so riders can feel as if they are on the attraction together with the characters.
Exclusive Collaboration Goods
Many collaboration goods using special illustrations drawn for this event will be on sale. The lineup of limited items includes a flocked mesh pouch, a blind double acrylic keychain, an Opanchu Usagi Lovers Keychain, and a light-up badge.
Customers who spend ¥4,000 or more (tax included) including collaboration goods receive one original non-woven tote bag.
Novelty: Original non-woven tote bag
Collaboration Food Menu with Novelties
At the in-park restaurant "Wild Dining," a total of 12 collaboration food items will be served. Meals include "Rich Cheese Pink Carbonara with Roll Cabbage-chu" and "Npochamu and Kimimaro's Best Friends Cheese Omelet Rice," while desserts include "Lawyer-san and Supazawa-san's Cozy Sweet Potato Custard," along with other desserts and drinks.
As novelties, each meal item comes with one original acrylic charm (3 types), and each dessert or drink comes with one original Gira Gira sticker (13 types).
Novelty: Original acrylic charm
Novelty: Original Gira Gira sticker
Special Tickets with Novelties
Various tickets that come with an original clear card are on sale. Hold the card up to the illumination and its background sparkles. One card is given at random from 3 types, and stacking all 3 types completes a special design.
Price: Regular ticket price plus ¥300
*These tickets are regular tickets with a novelty added. The illumination can also be viewed with a regular ticket.
Novelty: Original clear card
Stack the 3 designs to complete a special design
Sticker Rally: Find the Gira Gira Circus Troupe Friends
Using the map as a hint, participants find the characters hidden around the park and put stickers on a sheet. Those who complete the rally receive one original projector light keychain (3 types).
Price: ¥1,000 (tax included)
Rally kit sold at: Sagamiko MORI MORI shop
Sales hours: From park opening until 1 hour before closing
*Images are for illustration purposes.
Collaboration at the Neighboring Sagamiko Onsen Ururi
The neighboring day-use hot spring facility "Sagamiko Onsen Ururi" also takes part in the collaboration. Admission tickets with a novelty are on sale, and the bedrock bath and relaxation lounge "Yume Ururi" (separate usage fee required) has a spot for taking photos with Opanchu Usagi, Npochamu, and Kimimaro.
Bedrock bath and relaxation lounge "Yume Ururi"
Novelty: Locker-key-style acrylic keychain
The dining area also serves two original menu items, "Opanchu Usagi's Strawberry Au Lait Float" and "Npochamu and Kimimaro's Mango Yogurt Parfait." Each item comes with one original Gira Gira sticker (13 types).
Collaboration Room at the Outdoor Accommodation PICA Sagamiko
PICA Sagamiko
At the outdoor accommodation PICA Sagamiko, stay plans with original novelties are offered, along with a cottage decorated with characters from the Gira Gira Circus Troupe, limited to one unit.
Novelty: Original cushion
"KAWAISOUNI! Gira Gira Circus Troupe in Sagamiko Illumillion" Stay Plan
A special plan for enjoying the whole day, which includes a barbecue set, a Sagamiko MORI MORI free pass, and an admission ticket to Sagamiko Onsen Ururi.
Price: Accommodation fee plus ¥3,000 (tax included) per person (with novelties)
*Novelties: Original cushion and one original clear card (random from 3 types)
"KAWAISOUNI! Gira Gira Circus Troupe in Sagamiko Illumillion" Collaboration Room Plan
The "Yahho Terrace Trampoline" cottage, which features a private trampoline and a spacious terrace with a fire pit, is available as the collaboration room (limited to one unit per day).
Price: Accommodation fee plus ¥5,000 (tax included) per person (with novelties)
*Novelties: Original cushion and one original clear card (random from 3 types)
*The reservation site is currently being prepared. The reservation start date and time will be announced on the official X account of Sagamiko MORI MORI once decided.
About KAWAISOUNI!
KAWAISOUNI! is a creator with a distinctive worldview and style, unbound by any one method. The creator has produced popular characters such as Opanchu Usagi and Npochamu, who have gained a following mainly on social media, with total followers across social media exceeding approximately 4.3 million.
Character illustrations in this article: ©KAWAISOUNI!
About Sagamiko Illumillion
- Certified as one of the "Kanto Three Great Illuminations" since 2018
- 2025 "International Illumination Award," Illumination Event Category: 2nd place, Outstanding Entertainment Award
"Sagamiko Illumillion" is one of the Kanto region's largest illumination events, with approximately 6 million lights. It takes advantage of the vast grounds and the elevation differences of the slopes, so visitors can enjoy views of light blended into the great outdoors. The event began in 2009, and this year marks its 18th edition.
https://www.sagamiko-resort.jp/illumillion/index.html
Sagamiko Illumillion Operating Information
Operating Period
November 14, 2026 (Saturday) to May 9, 2027 (Sunday)
- Open daily through January 3, 2027 (Sunday). After that, the park is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. It is open on March 10 (Wednesday).
- Open daily from March 12 (Friday) to April 4 (Sunday). From April 5 (Monday), the park is open only on weekends and national holidays.
Operating Hours
4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
*Hours vary by season. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
*Visitors who enter the park during the daytime can view Sagamiko Illumillion at no additional charge.
Admission Fees
Admission: Adults ¥2,000 to ¥2,400, children/seniors ¥1,300 to ¥1,700, dogs ¥1,000 (¥500 for the second and subsequent dogs)
Free Pass: Adults ¥4,700, children/seniors ¥3,700, dogs ¥2,000
Night Free Pass: Adults ¥3,000 to ¥3,400, children/seniors ¥2,400 to ¥2,800, dogs ¥1,500
*Children are ages 3 through elementary school age, and seniors are ages 65 and over.
*Prices vary by season.
*Lift rides are free from 4:00 PM.
*Night Free Passes go on sale at 2:00 PM.
Access
By Car
- About 7 minutes from the Sagamiko-Higashi exit of the Chuo Expressway
- About 15 minutes from Sagamihara IC on the Ken-O Expressway, or about 20 minutes from Takaosan IC on the Ken-O Expressway
By Train
- From JR Chuo Line Sagamiko Station, take a bus bound for Mikage (三ヶ木) for about 8 minutes
- From JR Yokohama Line Hashimoto Station, transfer at Mikage (三ヶ木) Bus Terminal to a bus bound for Sagamiko Station (about 50 minutes)
For both routes, get off at "Sagamiko MORIMORI-mae."
Official Website: https://www.sagamiko-resort.jp/
