When is cherry picking season? Introducing recommended places and popular harvest experiences!

When is cherry picking season? Introducing recommended places and popular harvest experiences!
Date updated:
Activity Japan Editorial Department

Sweet and sour, delicious Cherry .
There is also the impression that cherries are a bit expensive fruit.

this time i'm curious cherry picking the time of About.
Cherry picking tips and popular fruit picking in Activity Japan I'd like to introduce!

cherry picking is an activity that anyone can easily do.
Please refer to the article and enjoy fresh cherries!

When is cherry picking season?

cherry picking The time and season when you can do it is roughly Late May to early July However, it depends on the cherry variety and location.

Jewel-like luxury cherries Nishiki Sato ”, one of the most popular varieties in Japan Season of cherries Let's take a look at it together.

Nishiki Sato

Nishiki Sato
  • feature: 6-7g heart-shaped. The fruit has a beautiful red color on a yellow background and is fresh and glossy.
    The sweetness and sourness are well balanced, and the fruit is soft and easy to eat. . Yamagata and Yamanashi are representative production areas for Sato Nishiki.
  • Harvest time/season: Mid-June to early July

Beni Sayaka

Beni Sayaka
  • feature: Hybrid of "Sato Nishiki" and "Seneca" . It is one of the early maturing varieties that reach the harvest period in early June.
    The size is 5 to 7 g, which is large among the early maturing varieties, and the peel is reddish-red, turning purple-black when ripe. It is also characteristic that even the flesh is dyed red.
    A variety with a moderately sweet and sour taste, with a sugar content of around 15 degrees. is. Yamagata is a representative production area for Beni Sayaka.
  • Harvest time/season: early June

Benishuhou

Benishuhou
  • feature: Hybrid of ``Sato Nishiki'' and ``Tenko Nishiki'' . The size is around 10g, which is slightly larger than Sato Nishiki.
    The pericarp is bright red with a little mottled pattern, The fruits are hard and crunchy, and are characterized by low acidity and high sugar content. is. Yamagata is a representative production area for Benishuho.
  • Harvest time/season: Late June to early July

How to distinguish delicious cherries

delicious cherry image
  • The pericarp is glossy and taut, and fresh.
  • Large fruit (no blemishes)
  • Pericarp is red and dark overall
  • Thick stem and bright green

on the pericarp Glossy, taut, and fresh . and, big fruit Let's choose
Avoid any that are damaged or discolored.

In addition, the freshness of the fruit that has become soft has decreased. fruit moderately tight is delicious .

The pericarp is deep red throughout We recommend the ones that are stained with .
Some cultivars, such as Beni Sayaka, look dark and are ripe and delicious.

Stems thick and bright green is fresh . As the freshness decreases, the axis becomes brown.

Please learn how to distinguish delicious cherries and enjoy fresh cherries.

Cherry picking tips

woman picking cherries

How to distinguish delicious cherries is as described above.
Besides that, Tips for picking cherries Introducing

Cherry picking tips
  • take something sunny
  • Take something high up in the tree
  • from different trees of the same variety
  • Be careful not to remove flower buds

cherries are It gets full sun and ripens from the top of the tree. . The more sunlight it receives, the higher its sugar content.
within reach high position let's eat

again, Even with the same variety, the taste of cherries differs depending on the conditions of sunlight on the trees. .
Let's eat and compare cherries from various trees.

When picking cherries, flower bud Be careful not to take too. Flower buds are attached to the base of the cherry stem.
If you remove the flower buds, it will not bear fruit the following year. .
While lifting the cherry stem upwards, pinch the fruit and turn it around to remove only the fruit.

cherry picking Let's master the tips and enjoy this season!

National popular cherry picking experience

can be enjoyed all over the country Cherry picking experience Introducing the plan that can be done.
Yamagata or Yamanashi Such, Kanto It is popular because it is easily accessible from

Unlimited time all-you-can-eat plan or A plan where you can eat and compare 10 kinds of cherries , Plan with souvenir Such , There are plenty of plans to enjoy cherries.

Please find your favorite plan and go out for a cherry picking experience as a couple or as a family.

1 rank

[Kumamoto Prefecture, Aso] Cherry harvesting experience

Okuaso Fruit Garden
Aso
1,100 Yen~ (tax included)

This is a place that you cannot imagine even if you say Kyushu. Located in the center of Kyushu, near the border of Kumamoto, Miyazaki and Oita Prefectures, at the foot of Mt. Aso, at an altitude of 780m. Of course, summers are cool, and winters can drop below -10°C. Can you believe you can see diamond dust in Kyushu? In the vicinity, wild lilies and adonis are growing naturally,

2 rank

[Gunma/ Numata] Red jewel welcomes you ♬ Cherries picking, all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes!

Kajitsu no Sato Harada Farm
Numata/Oigami/Oze
1,980 Yen~ (tax included)

All-you-can-eat plump and cute fruit! Picking cherries at Harada Farm♪☆Regarding the variety of cherries☆You can enjoy picking cherries from varieties such as Beni Sayaka, Koka Nishiki, Masamitsu Nishiki, Sato Nishiki, Beni Shuho, Taisho Nishiki, Beni Temari, and Napoleon. *The variety of cherries that can be harvested varies depending on the season. *Specification of product type cannot be accepted.

3 rank

[Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture] Tendo cherry picking and safflower dyeing course ♩ Lunch at a stylish cafe ♩ <From around Sendai Station! >

Activity Japan Tohoku (Sendai City)
Tendo, Sagae, Obanazawa
54,000 Yen~ (tax included)

============================= ♩Depart from Sendai Station ⇒ Day trip to Tendo ♩Cherry picking, safflower dyeing as a souvenir ♩ ============================= [Schedule] 10:00 Departure from hotels around Sendai Station ↓ 11:00-11:50 "king

4 rank

[Gunma/Numata] 30 minutes all-you-can-eat cherries and barbecue. Also includes a parfait making experience. A plan to fill your stomach with friends and family! It's okay even in rainy weather.

Kajitsu no Sato Harada Farm
Numata/Oigami/Oze
4,470 Yen~ (tax included)

All-you-can-eat cherry picking for 30 minutes. Challenge yourself to make your own parfait with the ingredients provided. pork barbecue. Photos are included for 4 people. With sweets and drinks

5 rank

[Yamanashi/ Enzan] Unlimited time! All-you-can-eat picking of 10 kinds of cherries, including "Sato Nishiki"! Comes with a nice souvenir pack♪Recommended for families and couples

fruit kingdom
Isawa・Katsunuma・Enzan
3,500 Yen~ (tax included)

Cherry picking is a valuable experience that can only be done for two to three weeks throughout the year. It's important here, so once again! 20 days for 365 days! Let's go cherry picking to Yamanashi to make fun memories! When you think of cherries, you think of "Sato Nishiki". The fruit has a lot of juice and is sweet enough to be called the king of cherries. 10 types including Sato Nishiki

6 rank

[Yamagata/Tsuruoka City] Enjoy the taste of early summer! Tour to enjoy cherry picking and local cuisine

Hoodelite Shonai Co., Ltd. (Japan E-Bike Tours)
Sakata, Tsuruoka and Dewa Sanzan
17,000 Yen~ (tax included)

・No fatigue when traveling on a high-grade E-Bike ・Departs from and arrives at JR Tsuruoka Station, no need for secondary transportation ・You can get on and off anytime, anywhere without worrying about parking spaces can be done.・This is a tour where you can enjoy picking cherries, the taste of early summer in Yamagata, in the Fruit Town Kushibiki area.・Women's trips, families, a

7 rank

[Hokkaido/Ashibetsu City] Cherry picking (for a limited time, Benishuho field)

Ohashi Cherry Garden
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
2,100 Yen~ (tax included)

The field of Benishuho is available for a limited time only from July 13th to 15th. You can eat Benishuho, Sato Nishiki, Sakurako Nishiki, Beniju, and several other varieties without any time limit.

8 rank

[Hokkaido Ashibetsu] Cherry picking (Gassan Nishiki field)

Ohashi Cherry Garden
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
3,600 Yen~ (tax included)

You can enjoy cherry picking with no time limit. The main field is Gassan Nishiki, a yellow cherry known as the queen of cherries. Gassan Nishiki has a high sugar content, and when fully ripened, it can reach nearly 30 degrees. It is a breed that is difficult to grow and rarely appears on the market. Customers who use Gassan Nishiki fields can also use general fields and Nanyo fields.

9 rank

[Hokkaido Ashibetsu] Cherry picking (Nanyo field)

Ohashi Cherry Garden
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
2,700 Yen~ (tax included)

You can enjoy picking cherries with no time limit. It is a recommended field where you can eat and compare several types of cherries, including Nanyo, the king of cherries. Those who enter this field can also use the general field.

10 rank

[Hokkaido Ashibetsu] Cherry picking (general field)

Ohashi Cherry Garden
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
1,800 Yen~ (tax included)

You can enjoy picking cherries with no time limit. You can eat and compare several types of red cherries, including Sato Nishiki. It is also possible to take home the cherries you picked yourself as souvenirs. (Separately sold by weight) Please enjoy slowly without worrying about time.

Enjoy cherry picking!

Enjoy cherry picking!

Comes with the arrival of early summer Cherry season.
Plump and ripe cherries have a fresh and juicy taste.

Cherries have a very short season, so be sure to check it out so you don't miss the season!

cherry picking Yamagata or Yamanashi In addition to Hokkaido You can also enjoy it in areas that are popular as tourist destinations, so it's perfect for making memories when traveling with family, couples, or groups of friends.

*The information in this article is current as of February 2023.

Editorial department recommended feature articles

Annual fruit picking schedule in Japan! Image of thorough explanation of season and production area for each fruit
Annual fruit picking schedule in Japan! A thorough explanation of the season and production area for each fruit
Updated 2022/05/30
In Japan, you can enjoy various kinds of fruit picking depending on the season. This time, we will introduce the annual schedule, seasonal times, and recommended production areas for each fruit! Please use it as a reference for making memories when you go on a day trip or outing.
Vegetable/fruit picking
For making summer memories! Images of recommended spots where you can pick blueberries
For making summer memories! Recommended spots for blueberry picking
2022/04/12 update
Blueberry picking is a popular activity for making memories with your family. The whole family, from children to the elderly, can easily enjoy it, so it's perfect for going out for consecutive holidays. In this article, we will introduce spots where you can enjoy blueberry picking by region and their attractions.
blueberry picking
2024 National Grape Picking Popularity Ranking & Tourism Leisure Guide Images
2024 National Grape Picking Popularity Ranking & Tourism Leisure Guide
2021/08/25 update
Special feature on grape picking recommended for autumn excursions. Here is a ranking of popular grape picking areas. There is also an all-you-can-eat bargain and a grape picking bus tour in Yamanashi that allows you to take a day trip from Kanto. The popular Shine Muscat, Kyoho, Pione grape picking and season are also explained. We will also introduce sightseeing spots and leisure activities that you can enjoy while picking grapes!
grape picking Vegetable/fruit picking
Sightseeing in Yamanashi by car! 1 night 2 days model course and recommended spot introduction images
Sightseeing in Yamanashi by car! 1 night 2 days model course and recommended spot introduction
2022/08/17 update
A model course for sightseeing in Yamanashi by car is featured in a volume of two days and one night. Pick up sightseeing spots in Lake Kawaguchi, Kofu, Fuefuki, Katsunuma, Enzan, and Yamanashi City from the Otsuki area, which is closer to the city center. We will also introduce lake and mountain activities and cultural experiences that can be enjoyed by area.
Yamanashi MTB (mountain bike)
Let's play around Lake Kawaguchi! Sightseeing Spots & Popular Activities Ranking Images
Let's play around Lake Kawaguchi! Sightseeing Spots & Popular Activities Ranking
2023/03/24 update
Featured tourist spots in Yamanashi and Lake Kawaguchi. Mt.Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, Fuji-Q Highland popular with families with children, Kawaguchiko Herb Hall popular with gourmet lovers, etc. We will also tell you the ranking of popular experiences and activities around Lake Kawaguchi!
Koushinetsu Yamanashi Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
Hokkaido Trip 2 Nights 3 Days Model Course A | Images of Otaru - Sapporo - Asahikawa - Biei - Furano
Hokkaido Trip 2 Nights 3 Days Model Course A | Otaru - Sapporo - Asahikawa - Biei - Furano
Updated 2024/03/01
This is a model course for traveling in Hokkaido for 3 days and 2 nights using a rental car. This time, we will focus on central Hokkaido and northern Hokkaido, and introduce popular spots that you should definitely stop by. From the cost, we will also explain activities and experience tours that can be enjoyed in various places!
Hokkaido Hokkaido Furano/Biei/Tomamu Music box making experience Water sports (river/lake activities)
Search by activity / experience
Loading