Let's go apple picking at Hirosaki Apple Park!
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The abundant variety of apples was amazing!
And Hirosaki City, famous for its cherry blossoms in spring, produces the most apples in Aomori Prefecture.
There are several apple-picking facilities in Hirosaki City.
The "Hirosaki City Apple Park" introduced here is located within easy reach of Hirosaki Station by bus.
In the vast site of about 9.7 hectares (1.5 times the size of Tokyo Dome), there are 2300 apple trees of about 80 varieties, and there are about 40 varieties that can be harvested.
In addition, other varieties of apples are planted, including ornamental and major varieties dating back to the Meiji era.
We actually experienced apple picking!
In fact, among the staff of JR East Travel Service Center Aomori, there were few people who had actually experienced apple picking, even though they live in Aomori.
This time, JR East Travel Service Center Aomori staff actually experienced apple picking, and we would like to report on the experience!
The three types of apples that were harvested in early September were "Tsugaru," "Miki-Life," and "Ki-Oh.
How to tell a good apple from a bad one
Yellow King" is also said to be tasty if it is yellow. It was difficult to tell whether they were green or yellow.
It seems that the key is not to look at the location, size, or shape of the fruit, but to look at the "color".
We enjoyed apple picking while learning which apples were good for us.
How to pick apples well
By moving the apples in the order of 1), 2), and 3), the shafts easily came off the branches and they were able to pull the apples well.
Be careful not to pull too hard or you will damage the "flower buds" that will produce delicious apples next year.
How to enjoy eating apples
I thought that storing at room temperature was the basic rule... I learned a lot!
Details of the experience at the apple park
Apple harvesting experience
*The closing date may change depending on the growth and harvest conditions.
Time: 9:00 - 16:00 (last admission) *Gateways open every 30 minutes.
Reception：Please register at the "Apple House" in the park. (Advance reservation required for groups of 10 or more.)
Fee: 100g 36 yen (tax included) *This is the fee (tentative) for the 2022 fiscal year.
*About 3 apples per 1 kg
*Picked apples will be weighed at the Apple House before purchase.
*Picked apples cannot be eaten in the garden.
Apple picking experience (picking flowers)
Period: Early May
Time: 9:00-16:30 (from 30 minutes)
Fee: Free
Number of people: Up to about 50 people per time (advance reservation required)
Apple picking experience (picking fruit)
Period: Late May to early July
Time: 9:00 - 16:30 (from 30 minutes)
Fee: Free
Number of people: Up to 50 people per visit (advance reservation required)
Coffee shop and souvenir corner with a focus on apples
Aomori crafts, classic sweets, and of course, a large selection of ciders are available for purchase.
If you are curious about the characteristics of the flavors and recommendations, please ask the staff in the store, and they will be happy to give you detailed information.
Attractive menu items such as apple cutlets, apple ramen, and apple cold noodles are available at the eat-in space.
The view from the eat-in space is beautiful, and on a clear day, you can see Mt.
Please stop by when you visit the apple park!
Seasonal events
Many of the events are hands-on and can be enjoyed by both parents and children.
Spring】：Hirosaki Apple Blossom Festival
Collaboration with restaurants to sell apple-based menus,
mazes and keychain making are also held.
Summer】：Summer Festival
This apple event is useful for free research during summer vacation.
Autumn】：Harvest Festival
Autumn is the time of year when apples are harvested.
In addition to apple picking, hands-on events such as making wreaths out of apple branches are also held.
【Winter】：Winter Festival
There are picture book readings for parents and children to enjoy, and many games to play as they run around in the snow field.
That's not all! Let's learn at the apple park!
This is a fun facility to learn about apple varieties, apple pie stores, and a learning corner about apples!
Former Koyamauchi Family Residence
This is a relocated Edo period farmhouse built in Takasugi, Hirosaki City.
Every Saturday, Sunday and holidays from April to November, Tsugaru Folktales, a traditional Tsugaru folk tale in dialect, is performed.
Hirosaki Cider Kobo kimori
The brewery is located in an apple orchard in Apple Park.
You can observe the cider brewing process and taste the cider.
Closed: Wednesdays *Reservations required for tastings.
Please visit when you go sightseeing in Hirosaki♪
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Hirosaki Apple Park
Location
Hirosaki City, Hirosaki City, Oaza-Shimizu-Tonda, Hirosaki City, Hirosaki Prefecture
125 Terasawa, Shimizutonda, Hirosaki City
Access
Bus】【Bus
Approx. 20 min. by Konan Bus from JR Hirosaki Sta.
*There is also a circulation bus, Monobu-go.
Facility Hours
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Apple House, Former Oyamauchi Family Residence)
*Park visitors can walk around the park even outside of facility use hours.
Contact for inquiries
Phone: 0172-36-7439
*The contents and services in this article are subject to change.