Okunakayama Kogen Farm-Direct Market (産直奥中山高原)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is a roadside station on National Route 4 in Okunakayama, Ichinohe Town. The farm-direct corner is well stocked with vegetables grown in the highland climate and local dairy products, and simply picking up and looking at the seasonal items is enjoyable in itself. The clear favourite with children is the soft-serve ice cream — eating one in the highland breeze is something special. There is also somewhere to eat, so finishing an early lunch before it gets busy means the afternoon at Kodomo no Mori can be spent playing without a care. Thanks to the altitude the air stays cool even in summer, making it a perfect stop to rest between drives.

Tips

Opening hours and the farm-direct selection change with the season and the day of the week. Checking the restaurant's hours in advance is the sure way to go. Lunchtime gets busy, so arriving between 11:00 and 12:00 means eating without a wait. Topping up on snacks and drinks for the water play here makes the rest of the day easier. On the highland the temperature feels quite different in the shade and in the sun, so bringing a layer to throw on is reassuring.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 45 minutes. To avoid the crowds, having lunch between 11:00 and 12:00 is recommended

Access & map

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