Nara Prefecture

Picking fresh fruit is a popular – and refreshing – pastime in Japan. In the Kansai region, there are many farms and orchards where you can roam around and pluck produce straight from the plant. You pay either by weight or time slot, depending on the farm. Some farms, in particular, stand out as the best options for going fruit picking. Fruits You Can Pick in Kansai You can pick many different types of fruit in Kansai. Some venues specialize in just one fruit, whereas others have several on offer. Some of the main varieties, along with their harvest seasons, are: Strawberries – All year, although the best period is December to May Cherries – April to August, with the best months being June and July Grapes – May to November Blueberries – April to September Peaches – June to September Apples – August to November Pears – September to February Mikan (Mandarin Oranges) – October to January Savor Farm, Osaka Spread across 20 hectares of fields in the Tondabayashi area; Savor Farm has an old-fashioned, rustic charm. It offers an excellent selection, including grapes, mikan, blueberries, pears, and a few types of vegetables. It’s a family-friendly site – there’s even…