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Yamagata Prefecture is famous nationwide as a kingdom of fruit. In Yamagata, you can enjoy a wide variety of fruits, including cherries in the summer, peaches, grapes, pears, apples, and persimmons. In particular, Takahashi Fruit Land in Kaminoyama City allows you to pick fruit throughout the seasons and enjoy freshly picked sweets. This is a must-see spot for anyone wanting to enjoy fruit in Yamagata.
Kaminoyama City is located in the southern part of Yamagata Prefecture. The area is covered with fruit orchards. As the area is also home to hot springs, it attracts many tourists. This is where you will find Takahashi Fruit Land, which we will introduce today. Reservations are required to pick fruit. The fruits available for harvest change depending on the season
Cherry picking begins in late May
From late May to early July, you can harvest cherries, Yamagata's signature fruit
You can pick cherries either in the greenhouse or outdoors. Takahashi Fruit Land mainly produces varieties such as "Sato Nishiki," "Benishuho," "Taisho Nishiki," and the famous yellow "Gassan Nishiki." For 2,700 yen for 30 minutes, you can eat as many cherries as you like
Grape picking begins in late September
You can enjoy grape picking for about a month from late September to late October
It costs 540 yen for 30 minutes of all-you-can-eat. You can taste various types of grapes, such as Niagara, Steuben, and Shine Muscat. It's fun to compare the different varieties and see which one you like best
La France picking begins in early October
La France pears can be harvested from early to late October
Compared to Japanese pears, La France pears have a softer texture. Takahashi Fruit Land's La France pears are particularly famous for their sweetness and strong fragrance. They are priced at 750 yen for three pears. They are very large, so they are very satisfying to eat
From late October, you can experience making dried persimmons
From late October to late November, you can experience making dried persimmons
You will be taught the know-how of making dried persimmons using professional techniques. Dried persimmons are much sweeter than fresh ones, and many people become addicted to them. It's also fun to try making dried persimmons using the methods you learned after you get home
The adjacent "HATAKE Cafe" is very popular
Takahashi Fruit Land also has a "HATAKE Cafe" attached to it
This cafe is extremely popular. Its parfaits, made with plenty of freshly picked cherries, and pudding a la mode, which incorporates seasonal fruits, are especially popular. If you stop by Takahashi Fruit Land, we recommend relaxing and enjoying some delicious sweets
Takahashi Fruit Land <Information>
Name: Takahashi Fruit Land
Address: 1368-3 Amidaji, Kaminoyama City, Yamagata Prefecture, 999-3235
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