Mandarin orange hunting

Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture

Okayama Prefecture, which is grown in the mild climate of the Seto Inland Sea, is filled with sweet and sour mandarin oranges in autumn, and you can enjoy mandarin orange picking at various farms throughout the prefecture.
There are spots where you can experience picking mandarins at Fruit Park Bizen in Bizen City, Shimobayashi Farm, and the Hinase Islands. The sunlight and sea breeze that are unique to islands surrounded by the sea allow the mandarins to grow slowly, and the appeal is that you can enjoy the unique flavors of each region.
When picking mandarin oranges, you can enjoy the rare experience of picking the fruit right there on the tree, picking it yourself, and tasting it. The time you spend surrounded by the autumn sunshine and the scent of mandarin oranges is a relaxing and soothing experience.
It's perfect for family leisure, friends, group trips, and even as part of a glamping stay. We also recommend taking home the mandarins you harvest and enjoying them as a dessert over an evening BBQ or bonfire.
The season usually runs from late October to early December, making it a classic autumn activity that can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace in comfortable temperatures. Come and enjoy this experience that will allow you to fully experience the blessings of the season.
 
Photo courtesy of Okayama Prefectural Tourism Federation