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APA Hotel's Exciting Announcement of the Senryu 2026 Winners

APA Hotels, one of Japan's leading hotel chains, is proud to announce the results of its original poetry competition, the "APA Senryu 2026." This year's theme, "the best view for you," encouraged participants to capture unforgettable scenes from their travels, the beauty of nature, and the joy shared among people.

The competition ran from June 2, 2025, to September 30, 2025, attracting a total of 13,625 submissions from across the nation. After thorough judging, APA Hotel President Fumiko Mototani selected the top entries. The awards included the prestigious APA Hotel President Award, three Excellence Awards, and forty honorable mentions.

Overview of the Awards and Recognitions

President Award:

• - Winning Senryu: "[O] ƙ besarangkah yang dikejar dunia."
• - Pen Name: Kazumagedon☆
• - Region: Tokyo
• - Prize: A luxurious stay at APA Hotel & Resort , valued at 200,000 yen, which includes a suite stay for up to four guests and access to the BAR 17 CLUB.
• - Official Comment: This piece beautifully encapsulates the excitement and vibrancy of the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, illustrating the anticipation that awaits as one steps out onto the grand roof towards a world of possibilities.

Excellence Award Winners:
1. "[Ro]】露天湯に 駒音澄みし 月光路"
- Pen Name: Meisou
- Region: Tokyo
- Prize: A special stay at APA Resort Kasaikyo, including meals for four.
- Official Comment: A poignant depiction of the serene atmosphere of Shogi played against a therapeutic landscape, woven together in a compact expression of beauty.

2. "[Re]】列島が 歓喜に沸いた ホイッスル"
- Pen Name: Shushumaga
- Region: Tokyo
- Prize: A stay at APA Resort Joetsu Myoko.
- Official Comment: This entry captures the exhilaration of the SAMURAI BLUE soccer team and the triumphant moments celebrated nationwide.

3. "[Tsu]】鼓門 くぐればアパの 城下町"
- Pen Name: Jakusui
- Region: Kagawa
- Prize: A stay at APA Hotel & Resort
- Official Comment: This evocative piece reflects the charm of Kanazawa, the birthplace of APA Hotels, by linking the city's traditional architecture to its modern essence.

Special Entries and Other Recognitions

The contest also featured a special piece by Hajime Moriyasu, the head coach of SAMURAI BLUE, which will be showcased on the official APA Hotel YouTube channel. Furthermore, 40 additional works have been recognized, with each receiving a unique set of prizes, including gourmet curry and rice.

A Celebration of Japanese Culture

Since its inception in 2020, the APA Senryu contest has been a platform to express the nuances of Japanese culture through short poetry. The winning works from this year, alongside previous ones, are available for viewing on the official YouTube channel and various APA Hotel social media platforms.

For more insights and details on the contest, readers are encouraged to visit the official APA Senryu 2026 website here.

As the APA Hotel networks continue to grow, now featuring over 1,041 hotels and 141,457 rooms across Japan and abroad, the company aims to maintain its status as the number one hotel chain in the country, thriving through innovation and cultural expression.