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Apple and pear picking in Yamanashi - 3 recommended spots for families with children [Updated in August 2024.9]
Yamanashi, the kingdom of fruits and vegetables, is full of delicious fruit-picking spots.
From among them, the editorial department will carefully select and introduce facilities that can be enjoyed with children with peace of mind.
This time, we have collected spots where you can enjoy picking crispy and juicy apples and pears!
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Yatsugatake Fruit Farm (Hokuto City)
Reservation: Not required
This farm overlooking Yatsugatake is a very popular farm where you can pick strawberries, blueberries, figs, and other fruits throughout the year!
The apple trees here are low, so even children can enjoy picking apples safely.
Children and adults alike will be very satisfied with the system where you can peel off the skin and eat as much as you like♪
Key Points
- The trees are low, so even small children can hunt.
- Child rate available
- Strollers are allowed, but be careful as some roads are dirt.
(Harvest experience from 9:00 to 15:00)
＜Elementary school students and above＞
Weekdays ... 1,350 yen
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 1,450 yen
<Infants>
Weekdays ... 900 yen
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 1,000 yen
<0 and 1 years old>
Free
Minami Yatsugatake Flower Forest Park (Hokuto City)
Reservation: Not required
"Hana no Mori Park" is reached in 3 and a half minutes by lift car from the roadside station "Minami Kiyosato" in Hokuto City.
There is a fruit tree area in the park where you can enjoy picking seasonal fruits such as blueberries and cherries in addition to apple picking.
There are plenty of activities that parents and children can enjoy all day long, such as hands-on workshops on the vast grounds.
It is also a great point that there are facilities for peace of mind even with small children.
Key Points
- Nursing room, crib, nursing cape available for free rental
- You can also experience making pressed flowers and pizza on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and long holidays.
- Playground equipment (balls, badminton, etc.) available for rent
- Stroller entry is allowed (since the orchard is a gravel road, a carrier is recommended)
- The trees are tall, so adults should be with them when they hunt!
* Lift car fee (400 yen round trip, free for children under 3 years old) is required separately.
*Subject to change depending on the climate. Please check the website for details
・There is a diaper changing space
・ Nursing space available
・Bringing baby food OK
・It is OK even if it rains
Tsukaharayama Fruit Farm Fukasawa (Minami Alps City)
Reservation: Required
The farm is very popular with families because it uses as little pesticides as possible and you can enjoy fruit picking without worrying about bringing small children.
In addition to picking 7 types of ripe pears, such as the phantom high-end varieties ``Kaori'', ``Hosui'' and ``Niitaka'', you can also pick rare pears!
Tasting and delivery are also supported, and the hospitality is also fulfilling.
Key Points
- Tasting, picking, and delivery
- Strollers allowed, Pets OK
- There is a rest area (chairs and desks)
- You can also enjoy picking rare pears (until early October)
・Pears/Early October
・Pear…¥700～/kg
・Pear…¥1,000～／Kg
・Stroller entry OK
