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Strawberry picking in Tochigi
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Joined 2025
Tochigi Prefecture is famously known as the "Strawberry Kingdom" of Japan, holding the top spot for strawberry production for over 50 consecutive years.
This means you'll find plenty of fantastic strawberry picking opportunities here.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or train station
- At your hotel or train station - I will contact you on mobile.
Ichigo-no-Sato Farm (Slow Life Resort Ichigo-no-sato Farm)
Ichigo-no-Sato Farm in Oyama City is a popular and well-regarded farm house. It's known for its extensive facilities, including a cafe, restaurant, and shops selling strawberry products, making it ideal for a half-day adventure!
Check-in & Strawberry Picking!
Head to the reception area for check-in and to receive instructions for strawberry picking. Ichigo-no-Sato Farm offer a 40-minute all-you-can-eat experience. Confirm pricing (typically around 1,800 - 2,700 yen for adults, depending on the season).
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking in the greenhouse. Some farms have raised beds, which are more accessible.
Enjoy Strawberry Treats & Souvenirs
After picking, head to the farm's cafe or shop.
Ichigo-no-Sato Farm also offer delicious strawberry-themed desserts like strawberry parfaits, tarts, or soft-serve ice cream.
Browse the selection of local strawberry products and souvenirs, such as strawberry jam, confectioneries, or fresh strawberries to take home (often sold separately from the all-you-can-eat picking).
Let's enjoy your delicious strawberry picking experience in Tochigi!
Ending Point
At your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Tour Guiding
Interpreting
Hotel Pick Up/Drop
A digital video album of your tour
Admissions cost: Around 2700yens Adult, 1800yens Children, depending on the season and day.
Your and Tour guide Transportation Cost. around 2000yens per person
Lunch Cost
Tour Important Information
* Strawberry picking is typically done in greenhouses, so it's a good activity even on rainy days. However, consider comfortable clothing as greenhouses can get warm, also make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
* Payment condition: Ichigo-no-Sato Farm accept credit cards or cash only. but it is better to use cash for purchasing to avoid any problem.
Important message from the supplier
My schedule can be flexible, up to my deadline of works.
I can guide you in any area of Japan, please contact me in advance!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Andy L.
Hello! I’m Your Friendly Guide to Japan’s Kanto Region
I’m based in the beautiful Tochigi Prefecture and absolutely love sharing Japan’s amazing culture, history, and hidden spots with visitors like you. Before doing tour guiding, I was a public school teacher, so I’m great at making stories come alive and helping you really connect with the places we visit.
I speak Japanese at an advanced level (N2), and I’ve spent a lot of time exploring Japan—from living a year in the peaceful town of Kamishihoro in Hokkaido to wandering the bustling streets of Tokyo. This means I can give you insider tips and deep insights that go beyond the usual tourist trails.
*What I Offer*
I mainly guide around the Kanto area, which includes Tokyo, Yokohama, Saitama, Ibaraki, Gunma, and of course, Tochigi. Here are some of the fun tours I can take you on:
- **Utsunomiya Cultural Immersion:** Spend a day discovering the unique charm and tasty eats of Utsunomiya.
- **Tokyo All-in-One:** Explore both East and West Tokyo in a single day for a full city experience.
- **Anime & Pop Culture Tours:** Tailor-made adventures based on your favorite shows, games, and characters.
- **Kanto Day Trips:** Visit iconic spots like Nikko’s stunning temples or Kamakura’s historic sites.
I also love guiding in other parts of Japan, especially Kyoto—I’ve seen every World Heritage Site there! Plus, I often run tours in Osaka, Nara, Nagoya, Hikone, and more, all easy to reach by train.
*Customize Your Journey*
Every tour is flexible and designed just for you. To make your trip even more memorable, I can create a beautifully crafted photo album with music from your tour—perfect for sharing or keeping as a souvenir.
Ready to explore Japan in a fun, relaxed way with someone who’s passionate about showing you the real stories behind every place? Let’s chat and start planning your perfect adventure!
Reviews
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Amanda C.
“Initial D Tour”
We enjoyed the tour. I was disappointed that the shops at the lake were all closed as well as the shops and restaurants in the onsen area. I wish it would have been communicated that because we were going outside of the summer season (by 1 week) that they would be closed when we went. Andy did show us a really great restaurant with amazing food. The museum was really great too!
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Andy L.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the overall tour, the museum, and the local restaurant! I sincerely apologize for the disappointment regarding the closed shops and restaurants around the lake and onsen area. You are completely right—I should have communicated beforehand that many local businesses adjust their operating hours or close down right after the peak summer season ends. Providing clear expectations is an important part of planning, and I regret that this caught you by surprise. I really appreciate you bringing this to my attention. I will make sure to update future itineraries and inform guests ahead of time about seasonal closures during seasonal transitions so this doesn't happen again. Thank you again for your valuable feedback, and I hope the rest of your travel went smoothly! Thanks Andy
Andrew A.
“Guide to Mt. Figi”
Despite a heavy traffic jam that added to Andy's drive time, he made our experience awesome! He showed us areas we wouldn't have known about, travelled to small village near mountain with history & shops, took us to lunch at a great local restaurant that wasn't full of tourists, and we got to the boat ride to see mountain with 10 minutes to spare, all with the unexpected delays in traffic. Absolutely wonderful day spent, Andy was an excellent guide. Highly recommend!
Andy L.
Hi Andrew and Tammy, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! Even though the traffic tried to throw us a curveball, you guys were absolutely fantastic sports about it. I’m so glad we managed to beat the clock and get you guys to the boat ride with the last 10 minutes —talk about perfect timing! It was a true pleasure showing you those hidden village spots - those little ponds with big salmon fish inside, sharing a bit of the local history, and introducing you to one of the best lunch spots and also trying the local food - Houtou noodles ! Hosting you both was an absolute blast. You're welcome back anytime, and I'd love to show you even more hidden gems next time you're in Japan! Warm regards, Andy
Pham S.
“A great Initial D experience!”
Andy was a pleasure to be with and was very knowledgeable about the tour, taking the time to drive us to the fictional delivery driver's home course along with the other loactions they feature on the show. He was also very communicative prior to the tour to ensure we knew when and where to meet up with him. I highly recommend taking this tour for the diehard Initial D fan.
Andy L.
Hi Pham, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! It was an absolute pleasure showing Danny and his brother around the classic courses and checking out those iconic locations from the show together. I’m really glad the communication ahead of time helped make everything smooth. Safe travels, and hope to see you on the mountains again someday!
$141/ per group
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