Winter experiences (December–February)

Winter is the quiet season in the satoyama. Here are the experiences you can enjoy this season.

Experiences in winter

• Watching the pear pruning (December–February) — watch the pear trees being pruned for next year's crop.
• Making and flying Japanese kites (December–February) — make a Japanese kite and fly it.
• Mochi pounding (December–January) — pound rice cakes with a wooden mallet and mortar.
• Stargazing walk (October–February) — walk under the clear night sky and look at the stars.
• Kurayoshi kasuri weaving (January–March) — try weaving Kurayoshi kasuri, the local traditional textile.

Experiences and months are a guide only, and change with the weather and the pears' growth. Orchard experiences take place at the field, away from the inn. Please ask about the experiences you would like when you reserve.

For reservations and inquiries, please use the reservation page.