Shirakyu Farm

Stay at the Shirohira Farm Family Cottage, a traditional Japanese wooden house nestled in the heart of the rice fields. Enjoy panoramic views of seasonal blooms and paddy landscapes, with access to hands-on activities like organic vegetable gardening and homemade mochi-making workshops. The on-site farm café serves fresh produce picked that morning, making it perfect for authentic rural experiences

The Shirohira Farm Stay House is the only accommodation located within the farm grounds, offering daily guided sessions such as rice planting, harvesting, and insect ecology walks led by local farmers. Rooms include tatami-style doubles and private garden suites, some facing golden wheat fields. Guests also enjoy exclusive access to the Farm Starlight Festival, a monthly evening event under open skies

Take the JR Sobu Line from Tokyo Station to "Futtsu Station", then transfer to the Futtsu Community Bus (15 minutes) directly to Shirohira Farm entrance. Free electric shuttles run between the farm’s lodging areas and activity zones—just 5 minutes walk. The journey takes about 1 hour, passing scenic coastal hills ideal for slow travel enthusiasts

The Dream Rice Field Suite features a design inspired by harmonious coexistence with nature: bamboo walls, natural lacquer finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing misty dawn fields and golden harvests. Each room includes a private courtyard and illuminated path lighting. Guests receive a hand-written farm journal to document daily observations, deepening their connection with the land

Guests enjoy free access to seasonal programs including spring planting workshops, summer insect discovery tours, and autumn harvest festivals. They also get priority HopeGoo for local rice tasting events and monthly Farmer Dialogue Nights, where veteran farmers share centuries-old cultivation wisdom over homemade sake and regional cuisine

Absolutely. The Morning Light Pavilion is specially designed for photographers, featuring a skylight roof and adjustable blackout curtains ideal for capturing soft light across the rice paddies. Each room includes a tripod storage cabinet and a shooting schedule guide. The farm also provides a seasonal activity map to help plan optimal times and angles for landscape photography