Have the experience of creating rice balls with locals in Akita! Did you know that Akita Prefecture’s rice is famous for being one of the best rice in Japan? The branded Akita Komachi is a must try for anyone visiting Akita, and the locals will be using rice that they produce themselves. Using freshly cooked rice, the locals will provide you with several ingredients that you can put inside the rice ball. You will have the chance to create your one of a kind rice ball using ingredients that are locally sourced. Some locals say only adding salt creates the best flavor... See for yourself through this rice ball making experience!
Adult/Child (ages 6+)
JPY 5,000
Days of Week
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
2h
Highlights
POINT
1
Explore Local Rice Paddies, Walk through Akita’s beautiful rice fields and enjoy the seasonal scenery. See firsthand how the rice, including the famous Akita Komachi, is grown.
POINT
2
Make Rice Balls with Locals,Experience hands-on rice ball making with locally grown rice. Choose from fresh local ingredients to create your own unique onigiri.
POINT
3
Taste Authentic Local Rice,Enjoy the flavors of rice that locals are proud of, straight from their farm. A true taste of Akita!
Outline
11:00
Meet at Kakunodate Station – Guide meets you in front of the station
11:15
Visit Local Rice Paddies – Explore the rice fields and enjoy seasonal views
11:15 - 12:45
Make Rice Balls with Locals – Hands-on experience with freshly cooked local rice
13:00
Return to Kakunodate Station / End of Tour
Checkin Times / Locations
Plan Information
- What's Included
- English Speaking Guide
- Ingredients and to make rice balls
- Pick-up service from Kakunodate Station to rice ball creating experience
- Insurance
- What's Not Included
- The tour does not include bicycles
- Restrictions
- Ages 6 and up only
- 2-4 people only. For groups of more than 4 people, please inquire.
- Additional Info
- If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
- On days of severe weather, there may be a cancellation of the rice field visiting portion of the tour (we will still hold the kiritanpo making experience) There would not be a refund for a portion of the tour.
- Solo travelers secure a booking by paying the rate equivalent to two people
- This is a temporary hold, not a final charge. It will be automatically released (or refunded) if your booking is not confirmed
Cancellation Policies
Until 17:00 14 days prior:
0%
Until 17:00 6 days prior:
50%
After 17:00 6 days prior:
100%
Participation Date