Tourist Attractions and Experiences

Nakamasa-en Orchard

There's no lack of things to do here, from pick-your-own harvesting to barbecues and real-life farming experiences!

The orchard offers chestnut gathering and shiitake picking from mid-September to early November every year. After gathering chestnuts, you can also enjoy a variety of dining options like the shiitake-barbecue-with-chestnut-rice set for ¥3,900 or the sukiyaki grilled meat meal course. Whether you’re out with your family or want to have fun with friends, this is a great choice to make the most of your autumn.

Basic information

Parking Available

Open: Chestnut gathering 9/13 - 11/3
Satsumaimo sweet potato digging mid - Oct. until all potatoes are dug up
Shiitake mushroom picking 9/17 - 11/3 (usually weekends and holidays during the period)
*Advance reservation required

Price: Chestnut picking ¥1,700
Satsumaimo sweet potato digging ¥800 (separate ¥380 fee for entrance)
Shiitake mushroom picking ¥700 (separate ¥380 fee for entrance)

Directions: Roughly a 15-minute walk from Shimotodoromi bus stop via Higashinose line bus bound for Yono/Maki; board bus at west bus stop of Ikeda Station on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line