It’s that time of year again! Join us at Megumi Kitchen’s Arahama Base to plant rice in our unique “Marui-Tambo (丸い田んぼ—Round Rice Field)”!
This is an exceptionally rare opportunity—not only in Japan but possibly worldwide—to experience rice planting in a perfectly circular rice paddy. Whether you want to try your hand at rice farming or simply enjoy the sensation of muddy soil, we warmly invite you to participate!
This year, we will be planting glutinous rice (もち米—used for making mochi, a traditional Japanese rice cake) again. Joining the rice planting will make the mochi-pounding event after the harvest even more meaningful and fun—it’s a great way to experience the full rice-growing cycle!
After the work is done, we’ll be serving curry and rice for lunch.
Event Details
- Date & Time:
- 2025-06-01 (Sun), 9:00- 13:30
- (Postponed to June 8 in case of severe weather)
- Location:
- Arahama Base (Access information here)
- Participation Fee:
- Adults (junior high school age and above): 2,000 yen
- Elementary school students: 1,000 yen
- Children under school age: Free
- Capacity: Around 30 participants
How to Apply (deadline May 30th)
Please apply via this application form.
*You can view the form in English by clicking the Google Translate button.
What to Bring & Important Notes
Towels
- Clothes and shoes that can get dirty
- Drinks for hydration during work
- Extra clothes, hats, sunscreen if needed
- Participation fee (cash only)
Important:
Because the rice field is extremely muddy, boots are not recommended—they easily get stuck. We encourage participants to enter the field barefoot to fully enjoy the feeling of the mud between your toes!
