Farm Experience in Japan
Rice planting, harvest festivals & farmhouse stays across rural Japan
Experience the heart of Japanese rural life through agricultural activities. From rice paddy planting in spring to autumn harvests, farm experiences offer an intimate connection with Japan's food culture and countryside communities.
Seasonal Activities
Spring (Apr–Jun): Rice planting, tea picking, strawberry harvesting
Summer (Jul–Aug): Vegetable harvesting, firefly watching, mountain hikes
Autumn (Sep–Nov): Rice harvesting, chestnut picking, persimmon harvest
Winter (Dec–Feb): Mochi making, sake brewing, snowshoeing
Popular Farm Experiences
Niigata Rice Farm Experience
📍 Niigata · Chubu
Uji Tea Plantation Experience
📍 Kyoto · Kansai
Furano Lavender Farm
📍 Hokkaido · Hokkaido
What to Expect
Morning Work
Start your day at 5-6am with farm families, feeding animals or preparing fields
Farm-to-Table Meals
Enjoy hearty home-cooked meals with vegetables from the farm you just worked on
Rural Evenings
Stargaze in unpolluted skies, soak in outdoor baths, share stories with your hosts
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