Located in Tagata County, Kannami Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, at an altitude of 250 meters in the Tanadani Basin, Oratche is easily identified by its red roof, sitting nearly at the center of the area. There are no traffic lights, just an abundance of lush greenery and rich nature. Admission and parking are free. At the weekly farmers’ market held every Saturday and Sunday, you can meet dairy farmers’ mothers and find fresh, affordable, and lovingly-grown vegetables. At Oratche, you can engage in food production, interact with animals, touch the soil, and move your body. Surrounded by bountiful nature, this dairy farming village with a history of over 140 years invites you to relax and enjoy various experiences.
Twenty million years ago, the Izu Peninsula was an active submarine volcano at the bottom of the distant southern sea. Riding on the Philippine Sea Plate, it collided with Honshu about one million years ago, and subsequent volcanic activity formed several land volcanoes, including Mount Amagi and Daruma Mountain. The volcanic activity that created the land of Izu and the movement of the plate that transported this land from the south have brought various blessings to the peninsula, not only in the form of beautiful landscapes but also in the form of spring water, hot springs, rich fishing grounds, fertile soil, and the agricultural, forestry, and fishery products produced there. “Geo-ria” is here to help you interpret and enjoy the Izu Peninsula even more.
Join a guided electric kick scooter tour! Starting from the Michi-no-Eki in Abashiri, pedal towards the Ryuhyo Glass Museum, and head to Abashiri Port! Visit the Popo 260 breakwater where you can overlook the Clione Lighthouse and Abashiri Port! From there, you can ride around while looking at the port compliant with European HACCP standards, observe fishermen unloading salmon and scallops, and see the columnar joints of Ponmoi! Take a commemorative photo at the landing site of the Tondenhei in Abashiri. This is a convenient course that takes you around the port town.
Enjoy a leisurely kayak tour on Lake Abashiri in Abashiri Quasi-National Park. You can observe birds by the water, and if you’re lucky, you might spot White-tailed Eagles or Kingfishers. Additionally, you can land on the Yobito Peninsula, enjoy a drink, and take a walk on the promenade. This tour allows you to fully enjoy Lake Abashiri. A special feature in September is the chance to see many salmon that have swum upstream in the Abashiri River! A dedicated guide will provide information about the local industries and the nature of the national park.
Aitoen” is a farm that has won awards in a number of competitions, including the “World Famous Tea Award”. Why not enjoy the relaxing hospitality while listening to the stories of the owner and his wife on the veranda of the old folk house “Kotori” or on the terrace of the deck overlooking the Oi River?
A hands-on food park to showcase the “Green Tea, Farming and Tourism in the Oigawa Basin. Tea Marche, a unique green tea experience and menu with tea; Vegetable Marche, a fresh produce experience; Da Monde, a buffet restaurant to enjoy local produce with a view of steam engines and retro trains; Tea and…, a café to enjoy fruit in a casual way; a children’s park called “Chamekke”. We have a cafe where you can enjoy fruit in a casual atmosphere, a children’s park called “Chamekke” where families with children can enjoy leisurely fun, and a TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER called “Ooi Navi” that introduces sightseeing spots in the Oigawa Basin. This is a facility where you can enjoy eating, drinking, shopping, and experiencing to the fullest.
Strawberries grow in greenhouses that are bathed in sunlight in the warm climate of Tahara City on the Atsumi Peninsula. From January to mid-May, you can pick juicy and sweet strawberries at Nikken Farm.
This activity involves riding an electric-assist mountain bike through grasslands that are normally off-limits unless special permission is obtained. You can thoroughly enjoy the various charms of Aso, such as a slalom ride from Aso Station to the top of Mt. Aso with an altitude difference of about 900 meters, or the so-called “Jabinomichi Ride” that climbs up the Ogi Valley from Uchimaki Onsen to Mt. Kita Somma, depending on your physical strength or schedule.
This is a full-fledged horseback riding experience in which you ride your own horse through a vast grassland the size of 55 Tokyo Domes on the mountains’ northern rim. Riding time can range from 30 minutes to several hours, and you can select a course based on your experience and schedule. Under the careful supervision of an instructor, even beginners can enjoy the spectacular views of Aso’s grasslands with confidence.
The Aso Somma’s two-person paragliding experience allows you to see the majestic scenery of Aso from a bird’s eye perspective and hear the voices of the sky, which you would never see in your daily life. A professionally licensed instructor will assist you in having an extraordinary experience. Even complete beginners can enjoy a peaceful flight.
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