Apple and Blueberry Picking
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Apple Picking
Time Period
Apple picking can be enjoyed from the beginning of September through the end of November.
The period when apples can be picked depends on their variety.
Confirm with “Apple Varieties” to ensure that you visit
when the type of apples you would like to pick are available.
Freshly-picked apples are juicy and sweet, and you can savor them in their purest form.
Apple Picking CalendarCalendar
| Apple Varieties | Early September | Late September | Early October | Mid-October | Late October | Early November | Mid-November | Late November |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozenokurenai | ● | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Shinano Dolce | – | ● | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Toki | – | ● | ● | – | – | – | – | – |
| Akibae | – | ● | ● | ● | – | – | – | – |
| Shinano Sweet | – | – | – | ● | ● | – | – | – |
| Yoko | – | – | – | ● | ● | ● | – | – |
| Shinano Gold | – | – | – | ● | ● | ● | ● | – |
| Slim Red | – | – | – | – | ● | ● | ● | – |
| Gunma Meigetsu | – | – | – | – | – | ● | ● | – |
| Sun Fuji | – | – | – | – | – | – | ● | ● |
| Haruka | – | – | – | – | – | – | ● | ● |
Fees
- Farm Entry Fee
Adults…500 yen
Children…400 yen - Takeaway Fee
600 yen/kg (depending on variety)
※1kg… about 3-4 apples
All listed prices include tax.
What to bring
- Knife to cut apples
- Raingear, boots (during rainy weather）
- Bringing the following items is also recommended.
Wet tissues, towel, sunblock, hat
Varieties of apples that can currently be picked
Shoyo
Late September – Early October
This brilliant red apple is a recent variety.
They are large in size and have a balance of both sweetness and acidity.
The texture is crisp and crunchy.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★☆
- Acidity
- ★★★☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★★☆
- Size
- ★★★★☆
- Longevity
- ★★★☆☆
Shinano Sweet
Mid – Late October
Delicately sweet with no acidity.
An apple that can be enjoyed by anyone.
They also have a long shelf life.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★★
- Acidity
- ★☆☆☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★☆☆
- Size
- ★★★☆☆
- Longevity
- ★★★★☆
Jonagold
Mid – Late October
An American apple that is well-known in Japan.
Large and juicy, they have a slightly strong tartness, but the acidity and sweetness are balanced.
An excellent apple for baking or cooking.
- Sweetness
- ★★★☆☆
- Acidity
- ★★★★☆
- Firmness
- ★★★☆☆
- Size
- ★★★★☆
- Longevity
- ★★★☆☆
Yoko
Mid-October – Early November
A bright red variety of apple that was created in Gunma.
Large and fairly firm, they have a balance of both sweetness and acidity.
Due to their superb shelf life, this variety is excellent for gifting.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★☆
- Acidity
- ★★★☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★★☆
- Size
- ★★★★☆
- Longevity
- ★★★☆☆
Komitsu
Mid-October – Early November
This variety contains a unique nectar.
Large and juicy, they do not have much acidity.
Filled with nectar, the flavor is said to be similar to that of pineapple.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★★
- Acidity
- ★☆☆☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★☆☆☆
- Size
- ★★★★☆
- Longevity
- ★★★☆☆
Hokuto
Late October – Early November
A sweet apple with plenty of nectar.
Large and juicy, they have a very strong sweetness.
One of the most popular varieties.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★★
- Acidity
- ★★☆☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★☆☆
- Size
- ★★★★☆
- Longevity
- ★★☆☆☆
Wasefuji
Late October – Early November
An early variety of Fuji apple.
Contains nectar.
Large and juicy, they have an excellent balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★☆
- Acidity
- ★★★☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★★☆
- Size
- ★★★☆☆
- Longevity
- ★★★☆☆
Shinano Gold
Late October – Late November
A green apple with an excellent shelf life.
Juicy, they are well-balanced in both acidity and sweetness.
As they have a long shelf life, they can easily last until the next spring if refrigerated.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★☆
- Acidity
- ★★★★☆
- Firmness
- ★★★★★
- Size
- ★★★☆☆
- Longevity
- ★★★★★
Slim Red
Late October – Late November
Produced in Gunma, this apple has a charming appearance.
They are small with a unique cylindric shape.
Juicy with balanced sweetness and acidity, the texture is similar to that of a Fuji apple.
It’s easy to eat two of
them in one sitting.
- Sweetness
- ★★★★☆
- Acidity
- ★★★☆☆
- Firmness
- ★★★★☆
- Size
- ★★☆☆☆
- Longevity
- ★★★★★
Blueberry Picking
Blueberries are a fruit that can be enjoyed in many ways from eating raw to cooking in various methods.
Frozen blueberries are also delicious.
Time Period
Blueberry picking can be enjoyed from early July through mid-August.
The period when blueberries can be picked depends on their variety.
Confirm with “Blueberry Varieties” below to ensure that you visit when the type of
blueberries you would like to pick are available.
Fees
- Farm Entry Fee
300 yen per person - A Course (about 120g) …500 yen
B Course (about 350g) …800 yen
C Course (about 500 g) …1,000 yen
※The farm entry fee is included in the price for each course.
All listed prices included tax.
Blueberry Varieties
| Name | Time Period | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Hayabaya-boshi | Early – Late July | A variety produced in Gunma. Medium-sized, the flesh is fairly soft. They are sweet, but have a pronounced acidity. |
| Collins | Early – Late July | Large with light blue skin and firm flesh. The flavor is balanced between sweetness and acidity. Their fragrance is also excellent. |
| Spartan | Mid-July – Early August | Very large with light blue skin and firm flesh. This is the most difficult variety to cultivate, but their taste is superb. |
| Otsubu-boshi | Mid-July – Early August | The first Japanese blueberry produced in Gunma. Large with dark blue skin, they are very juicy. They are sweet, but have a pronounced acidity. The have a longer shelf life compared to other blueberry varieties. |
| Amatsubu-boshi | Late July – Mid-August | A variety produced in Gunma. Fairly large with blue skin, the flesh is fairly soft. The flavor is balanced between sweetness and acidity. |
| Berkley | Late July – Mid-August | Large with soft flesh. Fragrant with a strong sweetness, this variety does not have much acidity. Perfect for eating raw, they are a blueberry that anyone can enjoy. |
| Blue Crop | Late July – Mid-August | Fairly large, with light blue skin and firm flesh. They have some acidity, but also a mild fragrance and delicious taste. These are the standard variety of blueberries available worldwide. |
| Jersey | Late July – Mid-August | Medium-sized, they have blue skin with firm flesh. Although they do not have much fragrance, the flavor is very good. They are excellent for making jam. |
| Blue Ray | Late July – Mid-August | Large with blue skin and firm flesh. They are fragrant, and although they have a pronounced acidity, the flavor is excellent. |
| Coville | Late July – Mid-August | Very large with blue skin and firm flesh. Although they have a pronounced acidity, the flavor is very good. A variety for blueberry enthusiasts. |
Blueberry Picking
Blueberries are a fruit that can be enjoyed in many ways from eating raw to cooking in various methods.
Frozen blueberries are also delicious
Time Period
Blueberry picking can be enjoyed from early July through mid-August.
The period when blueberries can be picked depends on their variety.
Confirm with “Blueberry Varieties” below to ensure that you visit when the type of
blueberries you would like to pick are available.
Fees
- Farm Entry Fee
300 yen per person - A Course (about 120g) …500 yen
B Course (about 350g) …800 yen
C Course (about 500 g) …1,000 yen
※The farm entry fee is included in the price for each course.
All listed prices included tax.
Blueberry Varieties
| Name | Time Period | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Hayabaya-boshi | Early – Late July | A variety produced in Gunma. Medium-sized, the flesh is fairly soft. They are sweet, but have a pronounced acidity. |
| Collins | Early – Late July | Large with light blue skin and firm flesh. The flavor is balanced between sweetness and acidity. Their fragrance is also excellent. |
| Spartan | Mid-July – Early August | Very large with light blue skin and firm flesh. This is the most difficult variety to cultivate, but their taste is superb. |
| Otsubu-boshi | Mid-July – Early August | The first Japanese blueberry produced in Gunma. Large with dark blue skin, they are very juicy. They are sweet, but have a pronounced acidity. The have a longer shelf life compared to other blueberry varieties. |
| Amatsubu-boshi | Late July – Mid-August | A variety produced in Gunma. Fairly large with blue skin, the flesh is fairly soft. The flavor is balanced between sweetness and acidity. |
| Berkley | Late July – Mid-August | Large with soft flesh. Fragrant with a strong sweetness, this variety does not have much acidity. Perfect for eating raw, they are a blueberry that anyone can enjoy. |
| Blue Crop | Late July – Mid-August | Fairly large, with light blue skin and firm flesh. They have some acidity, but also a mild fragrance and delicious taste. These are the standard variety of blueberries available worldwide. |
| Jersey | Late July – Mid-August | Medium-sized, they have blue skin with firm flesh. Although they do not have much fragrance, the flavor is very good. They are excellent for making jam. |
| Blue Ray | Late July – Mid-August | Large with blue skin and firm flesh. They are fragrant, and although they have a pronounced acidity, the flavor is excellent. |
| Coville | Late July – Mid-August | Very large with blue skin and firm flesh. Although they have a pronounced acidity, the flavor is very good. A variety for blueberry enthusiasts. |
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