The sun glistens on plump, ruby-red strawberries nestled among lush green leaves. The air hums with the buzz of bees, and the scent of summer hangs heavy. This isn’t your average fruit-picking experience – welcome to the world of Japanese strawberry farms! This blog will tell you where to go strawberry picking in Japan!
A Quick Jump To…
- Where to Pick Your Perfect Batch
- Useful Japanese Phrases When Picking Strawberries
- Beyond the Picking
- FAQ
Where to Pick Your Perfect Batch
YOKOHAMA STRAWBERRY PARK (横浜ストロベリーパーク)
- Time: Saturday and Sunday 11:00~16:00
- Fees: ¥2,000 (300g)
- Location: 神奈川県横浜市鶴見区大黒町11−1
- Parking: Available
- Reservation: Link
佐野観光農園アグリタウン
- Time: 2023年1月~2月 9:30～12:00、12:30～15:00 | 3月～5月 9:30～12:00 、12:30～16:00
- Fees: Regular – ¥2,600 | Member – ¥2,400
- Location: 栃木県佐野市植下町802-4
- Parking: Available
- Reservation: Link
- Have all-you-can-eat strawberry
GRANBERRY DAICHI(グランベリー大地)
- Time: 9:30~14:50
- Fees: ¥3,000
- Location: 茨城県常総市三坂新田町2383
- Parking: Available
- Reservation: Link
- Have all-you-can-eat strawberry
世田谷いちご熟
- Time: 10:00~16:00
- Fees: ¥3,000
- Location: 東京都世田谷区中町4-32-1
- Parking: Not Available
- Reservation: Link
- Have all-you-can-eat strawberry
ICHIGOHOUSE.
- Time: 10:30~16:00
- Fees: Entrance fees- ¥150 | ¥400 (100g) | all-you-can-eat – ¥2,500
- Location: 東京都三鷹市牟礼1-8東八道路沿い
- Parking: Not Available
- Reservation: Not Needed
- Have all-you-can-eat strawberry
Useful Japanese Phrases When Picking Strawberries
- いちご狩りに来ました！Ichigogari ni kimashita! (I came to pick strawberries!)
- いちご狩り初心者なんです…何か注意することはありますか？ Ichigo kari shoshinshana ndesu… Nanika chūi suru koto wa arimasu ka? (I’m new to strawberry picking… Is there anything I should be careful about?)
- 熟したいちごはどれですか。Juku shita ichigo wa doredesu ka. (Where are the ripe strawberries?)
- もっと赤いいちごを探したいです。Motto akai ichigo o sagashitaidesu. (I’ll look for even redder strawberries!)
Beyond the Picking
Once your basket is brimming with juicy treasures, the fun doesn’t stop! Indulge in fresh strawberry ice cream, sip on a strawberry smoothie, or bake a scrumptious pie. Many farms even offer workshops on jam-making or other strawberry-themed activities.
So, ditch the supermarket strawberries and embark on a delicious adventure. With its stunning scenery, vibrant flavors, and unique cultural experience, strawberry picking in Japan will leave you with memories (and taste buds) that will last a lifetime.
Remember: Be respectful of the farms and their property. Follow picking instructions and leave no trace behind. Happy picking!
You Might Be Wondering…
The season typically runs from mid-December to May, depending on the region.
Dress comfortably for the weather and wear shoes suitable for walking in fields. Sunscreen and a hat are always recommended.
Some farms provide baskets and tools, but it’s always best to check beforehand.