VERY BELLY FARM Nishiwaki | Agritourism & Strawberry Picking in Hyogo 2026
About this event
What this is
VERY BELLY FARM Nishiwaki is an agritourism farm in the Nishiwaki area offering greenhouse strawberry picking experiences during Japan's prime strawberry season. Visitors pick and eat fresh strawberries directly from the plants, with the season typically running from winter through spring when Japanese strawberries reach peak sweetness. The farm cultivates multiple strawberry varieties, giving guests the chance to compare different flavors and textures side by side. This style of farm visit has grown steadily popular across Japan as city residents seek hands-on connections with food production. It's a relaxed, self-paced activity that combines a genuine agricultural experience with the simple pleasure of eating exceptionally fresh fruit.
Who should go
Families with young children are the core audience, as the activity is educational, interactive, and immediately rewarding for kids. Couples and small friend groups also visit regularly for the novelty, the relaxed greenhouse atmosphere, and the strong photo opportunities among rows of ripe strawberries. The greenhouse setting means weather is never a concern, making it a reliable day-trip option even in the colder winter months. Arrive early in the morning when the strawberries are at their freshest and the best fruit hasn't yet been picked by other visitors.
Good to know
Booking in advance is strongly recommended as strawberry picking sessions at Japanese farms are typically time-slotted and fill up quickly on weekends and public holidays — check the farm's official website or contact them directly to reserve. Bring cash, as rural farm venues in Japan rarely accept credit cards or IC cards. The greenhouse environment keeps conditions comfortable even in January and February, so no special cold-weather gear is needed inside. Sessions are usually all-you-can-eat within a set time limit, so pace yourself and try the different varieties on offer. Foreign visitors should note that staff communication may be in Japanese only, so having a translation app handy is useful.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.