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When it comes to Yamagata's signature fruit, it's undoubtedly cherries. We previously introduced Cherry Land, where you can pick cherries. However, Yamagata has another fruit that is second only to cherries, and more and more people are visiting specifically for this fruit
That fruit is strawberries, and today we will introduce some spots where you can enjoy strawberry picking to your heart's content
Strawberry Garden
The strawberry garden is about a two-minute drive from Cherry Land and is recommended for those who want to combine cherry picking with the experience
The strawberries are grown hydroponically, so you don't have to worry about getting dirty with soil. The strawberries are at waist height, so you can pick them without having to bend down
It's located a little way off the national highway, so it's relatively quiet and can be considered a hidden gem
The varieties grown include Tochiotome, Oi C Berry, Mouikko, and Sachinoka
From late December to March 31st, you can pick strawberries in the snow, and the admission fee is 1,600 yen for adults. From April 1st to May 7th, the admission fee is 1,500 yen for adults. From May 8th to early June, the admission fee is 1,300 yen for adults. During all periods, you can eat as many strawberries as you like for 30 minutes
This farm is just as popular as the strawberry garden. It's a spacious farm, and you can see children running around. It's easily accessible, just one minute from Sagae IC. It's recommended for those coming from the highway
We use elevated cultivation, so you can hunt and eat while standing, without getting dirty with soil
The varieties available are Tochiotome, Yayoihime, Oi C Berry, Akihime, and Benihoppe
Next to the house is a "mini mini ranch" where you can play with ponies. They also sell jam made with fresh strawberries, which many people buy as a souvenir to take home
The price is the same as the strawberry garden. From late December to March 31st, it is 1,600 yen for adults during the snow strawberry picking period. From April 1st to May 7th, it is 1,500 yen for adults. From May 8th to early June, it is 1,300 yen for adults. During all periods, you can eat as many strawberries as you want for 30 minutes
Summary of the current hot topic of strawberry picking
The strawberry garden and strawberry farm introduced here are the two biggest strawberry picking spots in Yamagata. In particular, these two spots are offering strawberry picking in the snow until March 31st
Even though the surroundings are covered in snow, it's warm inside the greenhouse, and you can feel the early arrival of spring. The strawberries are grown in elevated positions to prevent soil from getting into the greenhouse, so you can enjoy them without worrying about your appearance. Be sure to enjoy some fresh, refreshingly sweet strawberries as a companion on your trip
A web writer who loves sightseeing. He is dedicated to exploring local gourmet food. Recently, I've been researching famous Japanese sweets shops such as manju and dango. Going around the basements of department stores is my daily routine.
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