8 Popular Fruit Picking Experiences in Japan for Building Family Ties

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Let’s go to pick the season’s freshest fruits! Start with the sweet of summer like cherries, peaches, grapes and melons, then savor the rich flavors of fall with mandarin orange, persimmon and apples. Discover the perfect timing for each fruit for an unforgettable fruit-picking experience!

Check out the popular fruit picking seasons! Fruit Picking Calendar:

Introducing the Best Times to Pick Fruits by Type! Since the seasons can vary depending on the weather and region, be sure to check ahead.

Cherry Picking

Season: June to July. Many are grown indoors, so you don’t have to worry about the rain

Pear Picking

Season: July to September. Enjoy the fresh and gentle taste

Peach Picking

Season: July to August. Peaches, juicy and loved by many, are in peak season from July to September.

Grape Picking

Season: July to September. A popular choice, as the small, easy-to-eat fruit makes for a fun picking experience.

Melon Picking

Season: July to August! Experience the joy of harvesting this luxurious fruit

Persimmon Picking

Season: Octotber to December. Enjoy the richly sweet taste of ripe persimmons.

Apple Picking

Season: September to November. Apples are rich in dietary fiber and can be enjoyed over a long season.

Strawberry Picking

Season: December to May. Enjoy the richly sweet taste of strawberries, one of the most popular fruits during winter to spring in Japan.