Harvesting

A “Miyazaki Farming and Food Trip” with Young Farmers

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CAPs

CAPs

Miyazaki, Japan

The Tano/Kiyotake area in Miyazaki prefecture, where we farm, is an area where agriculture is very thriving, which is registered as a Japan Agricultural Heritage Site.

Three farmers of the same age operate natural cultivation, domestic cacao, and pasture pig farming in such an area.

While listening directly to the stories of each producer, it is an experience where you can go around the site and touch the background of agriculture and food through experiences.

For lunch, we are also preparing a barbeque of free-range Japanese pork, freshly harvested vegetables, and chocolate bananas!

Normally, I don't understand even if I just look at the product,

“What kind of environment are they raised in?”

“Why are we choosing this method?”

“What challenges and ideas are there?”

You can feel it at the actual production site.

It is recommended for those interested in food and agriculture, those who want to get in touch with the thoughts of producers, and those looking for experiences unique to Miyazaki.

*This listing is not about delivering food; it sells the right to have people actually come to the production site and experience it.

*If you have any questions, please contact us from “Send a message to the producer” on the experience details page.

※Please feel free to contact us for other numbers.

*We plan to accept up to 15 people per session.

There are times when we get together with other customers.

I would appreciate your understanding. For private use, please contact us.

*The fee includes only the “trial participation fee and lunch fee”.

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Experience content

We will visit the 3 production sites that make up CapS.

① MIYAZAKI CACAO

There are almost no examples of cacao being cultivated in Japan.

While looking at cacao flowers and fruits, I will talk about the process leading up to chocolate and the reasons why they are taking on the challenge of cultivating cacao in Miyazaki.

[Experience content]

Cacao farm tour

Observe cacao flowers and fruits

A story about making chocolate from cacao

Tasting experience

② AKASAKA FARM

We will guide you through the fields that work on natural cultivation that do not rely on pesticides or fertilizers, which are very few in the whole country.

[Experience content]

Tour of naturally cultivated fields

What is the color of natural cultivation

Seasonal harvesting experience

A story about seeds, farm tools, and the history of farmers

*The content of the experience may change depending on the season and crop growth conditions.

③ Pioneer Pork

While watching how pigs are grazing, breeding environments, food,

I'm going to talk about grazing pigs.

[Experience content]

Visit the ranch

Pig feeding

Explanation of breeding methods and varieties

Introduction to the reasons and issues of starting pastoral pig farming

10:00 AKASAKA FARM Gathering/Explain the flow of the day

Farming experience at AKASAKA FARM and Pioneer Pork

12:15 Lunch with free-range Japanese pork BBQ, freshly harvested vegetables, and chocolate bananas

13:30 Miyazaki cacao farm tour

Ends at 15:00

*The order and experience details may change depending on the day's weather, crop growth conditions, pig conditions, work details, etc.

*The end time may vary slightly.

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〇Experience time

10:00-15:00

※In the event of an emergency on the day, please let us know the contact method, such as a phone number that can be reached.

〇Meeting place

Meeting place: AKASAKA FARM

Address: 11472 Tano-cho Otsu, Miyazaki-shi, Miyazaki-ken

Parking: Yes

We recommend renting a car.

※If the location is difficult to understand, we will let you know in advance.

※If you get lost on the day, please contact us as soon as possible.

〇About being late

If you are going to be late, please let us know as soon as you know.

Since the experience goes around 3 companies in turn, you may not be able to participate in some experiences depending on your arrival time.

Please note that same-day cancellations cannot be processed, even refunds, etc.

○ Treatment when an injury occurs (with or without insurance)

Insurance such as leisure insurance is not covered. Please join by yourself if necessary.

There are animals, farm equipment, steps, mud, bugs, etc. on the farm.

While due consideration will be given to safety, the organizer is not responsible for any injuries or accidents caused by participants' carelessness.

Everyone is aware of this before participating.

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CaPS is a collaborative project between three parties working on primary industries within Miyazaki prefecture.

Miyazaki Cacao (Cacao) challenges cacao cultivation and processing in Miyazaki AKASAKA FARM inherits agricultural history and local resources Pioneer Pork tackles grazing pig farming

While facing production in different fields, we are working to let more people know the background of agriculture and food. In this experience, you will not only visit the farm, but will also directly share the producers' thoughts, local history, and even daily ingenuity and issues.

I would be happy if you could feel Miyazaki's agriculture and food not only from products, but also from production sites.

Clothes that are easy to move around in and can get dirty Shoes or boots that may get dirty Hat/towel/drink/rain gear/insect repellent/change of clothes (required) Farms and ranches can be muddy or sloping. Please wear long sleeves, long pants, and comfortable walking shoes. Boots and work gloves are available for rent.

Meal
Meal included
・Lunch with freshly picked naturally cultivated vegetables and free-range Japanese pork ・Chocolate banana made with organic bananas from Miyazaki prefecture
Drinks
Drinks provided
Japanese
Fluent
English
Basic phrases
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CAPs

Miyazaki, Japan

[Right before eating.] “CAPs” was created by gathering three farms in Tano-cho and Kiyotake-cho in Miyazaki City, where Japan's agricultural heritage is located. Miyazaki Cacao (Cacao) is taking on the challenge of cultivating and processing cacao in Miyazaki. AKASAKA FARM inherits agricultural history and local resources. Pioneer Pork works on grazing pigs. The things they grow and the methods of farming are all different. However, what they all have in common is the desire to deliver not only the agricultural products themselves, but also “what kind of place, and who is thinking and growing them.” We grow cacao in Miyazaki. ― Miyazaki cacao In Kiyotake-cho, Miyazaki-shi, we are taking on the challenge of cultivating cacao, which is still rare in Japan. Chocolate is a familiar food, but there are few opportunities to know what kind of tree cacao, which is the raw material, grows on and what kind of fruit it is born from. Cacao trees are grown while controlling temperature and humidity, flowers are pollinated one by one, and grown cacao is harvested. Furthermore, the beans are removed from the fruit, fermented and dried, and finally they become cocoa beans, which are the raw materials for chocolate. Growing cacao in Miyazaki is a series of challenges with no right answers yet. That's why at CapS, I want to convey not only the finished chocolate, but also the “plant called cacao,” which is long before it, and the difficulties and fun of growing it in Miyazaki. Together with nature, we nurture the future. ― AKASAKA farm In Tano-cho, Miyazaki-shi, we are engaged in agriculture mainly through natural cultivation without using pesticides or fertilizers during the cultivation period. The beginning was when my father tried natural cultivation in the wake of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. Vegetables that believe in the power of nature and grow in symbiosis with microorganisms, insects, and living things in the soil do not grow in the same way every year. We grow rice, potatoes, taro, carrots, radishes, citrus fruits, etc. while facing flavors that can only be created that year and season. What we value is “being able to eat with peace of mind” and “leaving the natural environment to the next generation.” Through farming experiences and dietary education, the usual “eating” becomes a slightly special time by touching the soil in the field, harvesting, and surrounding the dining table with the producers. We are aiming for such a farm. What we are growing is not just vegetables, but the future that lies beyond that. Raise pigs like pigs. ― Pioneer Pork We are herding pigs in Tano-cho, Miyazaki-shi. The origin is “pigs that grow freely are delicious.” It's a simple idea. Pigs run around, dig up dirt with their noses, bathe in mud, and rest in the shade of trees. It is important to create an environment where pigs can spend their time like pigs without restricting their actions as much as possible. The representative studied animal physiology and nutrition in college and researched pig feed. Utilizing that experience, they are blending their own feed while utilizing sweet potatoes etc. that are out of standard in Miyazaki prefecture. We are particular about selecting varieties, and we do not only follow efficiency and fattening speed, but select varieties with good meat quality for fattening. At CapS, you can actually go to the ranch and see the lives of pigs up close. Then, after getting to know the place, they eat pork. By knowing the environment they grew up in and the time spent there, the usual pork can be seen slightly differently. We want people to experience the moment when a “place to grow” and “eating” are connected. Things you can see since you go around 3 farms. Touch vegetables in the field, see how pigs live at the ranch, and walk into a house where cacao trees grow. Then, talk to producers and eat what grew in that area. What CapS wants to create is more than just a farming experience. It's a trip to encounter the scenery, time, and people's thoughts “just before eating,” which is hard to see at supermarkets and restaurants. After visiting agriculture in Miyazaki, the usual dining table looked just a little different. We want to create such a day together with all of you.

AKASAKA farm/Pioneer Pork

〒889-1702 宮崎県宮崎市田野町乙11472

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If you cancel after your booking is confirmed, the following cancellation fees apply.

7 or more days beforeNo cancellation fee
2–6 days before30% of the price
1 days before50% of the price
Same-day cancellation / No-show100% of the price
Bad weather / farmer's circumstancesNo cancellation fee

Held even in rain

In the case of light rain, we will proceed as described. In case of heavy rain, the event is scheduled to be held with some changes. If it is determined that it cannot be carried out safely due to typhoons, warnings, etc., the schedule will be adjusted again. Please inquire about your desired schedule.

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