Hakkenzan Orchard (八剣山果樹園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This orchard spreads out at the foot of Hakkenzan (八剣山) in Toyama, Minami Ward. Time spent looking up at Hakkenzan, with its striking jagged rocky ridge, has an openness that is hard to believe lies within the same city of Sapporo. Picking and eating seasonal fruit with your own hands is a precious chance for children to understand with their whole body how it differs from fruit bought at a supermarket. As it is mainly outdoors, the breeze passes through and the mountain air feels pleasant even in summer. The surrounding area is a peaceful stretch dotted with orchards and wineries, so the journey itself can be enjoyed as a drive.

Tips

Fruit picking varies by season and variety, and an additional fee applies. Check the opening days, reception hours and which fruit can be picked that day on the official information in advance. You will walk through fields with little shade, so a hat is essential. Your hands get sticky, so wet wipes make things more comfortable.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 30 minutes. Mornings are cooler and the scent of the fruit comes through best

Access & map

〒061-2275 北海道札幌市南区砥山１２６