Seasonal Fruit-Picking Experiences
Fruit-picking activities are available throughout much of the year, depending on the season. Strawberry picking is available from early January through late May, followed by blueberry picking from late June through early August. Grape picking takes place from late August through early October.
Because each activity is scheduled around the natural harvest season, visitors can enjoy the fruit when it is at its freshest and most flavorful.
Enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat Strawberry Experience
Pick and Compare Different Varieties
The strawberry-picking experience is offered in an approximately 40-minute all-you-can-eat format. Visitors can pick strawberries themselves and compare several varieties, discovering differences in sweetness, acidity, aroma, texture, and flavor.
The farm uses an elevated cultivation system, allowing visitors to pick strawberries while standing rather than bending down. This makes the experience comfortable for a wide range of visitors, from young children to older adults.
A Variety of Strawberries
Several strawberry varieties are cultivated at the farm. Akihime is known for its strong sweetness and soft texture, while Benihoppe has a rich and full-bodied flavor.
Sachinoka is appreciated for its well-balanced sweetness and acidity, while newer varieties such as Yotsuboshi and Mouikko offer additional flavors to discover.
Trying several varieties side by side is part of the fun. Visitors can compare the different flavors and textures and choose their personal favorite.
Grape Picking from Summer into Autumn
Juicy Pione Grapes
From summer through early autumn, grape picking becomes one of the farm’s popular seasonal experiences.
Pione grapes are especially appealing for their large size, juicy flesh, and well-balanced combination of sweetness and acidity. Since the grapes are cultivated in greenhouses, visitors can enjoy the experience even on rainy days.
Shine Muscat Grapes
The farm also sells the increasingly popular Shine Muscat variety. These grapes are known for their refreshing sweetness, fragrant aroma, and thin skin that can be eaten together with the fruit.
The elegant flavor and aroma make Shine Muscat a particularly enjoyable treat for visitors who appreciate premium Japanese fruit.
Clean and Comfortable Growing Environment
Hydroponic-Style Nutrient Solution Cultivation
Kinta Farm Berryne uses a nutrient solution cultivation system without soil. This approach allows careful attention to hygiene and helps reduce the risk of soil-related diseases while producing safe and delicious fruit.
Inside the greenhouses, visitors are also asked to change into dedicated slippers, helping maintain a clean environment for both the crops and guests.
Accessible for a Wide Range of Visitors
The farm has also taken steps to make the experience easier for visitors with limited mobility. Vehicles can approach directly to the greenhouse entrance, reducing the distance that visitors need to walk.
The wide paths used for strawberry picking are also designed to make movement easier with strollers and wheelchairs, allowing more visitors to enjoy the fruit-picking experience comfortably.
Relax at Berryne Café
Fresh Fruit in a Relaxing Setting
After enjoying the farm, visitors can stop at the on-site Berryne Café. The café serves sweets and drinks made with freshly harvested fruit from the farm.
The interior has a warm, relaxing atmosphere with natural wood accents. During winter, a wood-burning stove provides a cozy place to warm up after exploring the farm.
Fruit Parfaits and Original Dishes
One of the café’s most popular offerings is its fruit parfait, generously topped with strawberries or Pione grapes depending on the season.
When the fruit is at its peak, the parfaits showcase the natural sweetness and juiciness of the freshly harvested fruit while also creating an attractive presentation.
The café also offers distinctive dishes such as a special curry featuring Pione grape jam as a secret ingredient, demonstrating the farm’s creative approach to using local fruit.
Large windows provide views of the surrounding countryside, with scenery that changes from season to season. It is an ideal place to relax during a sightseeing trip and enjoy a leisurely break surrounded by nature.
A Family-Friendly Agricultural Experience
Kinta Farm Berryne is more than simply a place to pick fruit. It is a destination where visitors can experience nature, agriculture, and the pleasure of eating fresh food in one setting.
Children can enjoy the excitement of picking their own fruit, while adults can appreciate the quality and variety of the seasonal harvest. The farm is therefore well suited to family trips, group outings, and travelers looking for an experience beyond traditional sightseeing.
Enjoy a Different Harvest in Every Season
One of the farm’s greatest attractions is the changing experience throughout the year.
Spring is the season for strawberries, summer brings blueberries, and late summer through autumn is the time for grapes. Returning at a different time of year can therefore reveal a completely different side of the farm.
This seasonal variety makes Kinta Farm Berryne a destination that can be enjoyed repeatedly, with new fruits and experiences waiting on each visit.
Convenient Access from Hamada
Kinta Farm Berryne is approximately 5 minutes by car from the Kanagi Smart Interchange on the Hamada Expressway and approximately 20 minutes by car from JR Hamada Station.
Although the farm is surrounded by the peaceful natural scenery of the countryside, it is conveniently accessible by car, making it an easy addition to a sightseeing itinerary in the Hamada area.
A Taste of Shimane’s Seasonal Bounty
Kinta Farm Berryne offers a memorable way to experience Shimane through its seasonal fruits. Picking strawberries, blueberries, or grapes with your own hands and tasting them fresh from the farm creates a direct connection with the region’s agriculture and natural environment.
With comfortable facilities, accessible greenhouses, a relaxing café, and a variety of seasonal experiences, the farm offers something for visitors of many ages.
Whether you visit for fruit picking, fresh desserts, or simply a peaceful break in the countryside, Kinta Farm Berryne is a delightful place to slow down and enjoy the flavors of Shimane’s changing seasons.