Get Exclusive App Deals
This product is being optimized. It may not display correctly.
  1. Home
  2. Japan
  3. Kansai
  4. Wakayama
  5. Half-day/Full-day Tours
  6. Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)
Product #579046
5
Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)
Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)
Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)
Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)
Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)

Wakayama Day Trip Tour | Peach Picking in Arakawa & Take Home Peaches (approx. 1kg), Northern Purple Sea Urchin & Pike Conger Eel Lunch (Departure from Osaka/Kyoto)

Japan-Kansai , Wakayama
Booking confirmation: within 4 days before the departure
Duration:10 hour(s)
Guided language: 日本語
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site

"Arakawa peaches" are a top-quality brand of peach from Wakayama Prefecture, recognized by the Japanese government.

- Enjoy a peach-picking experience (approximately 30 minutes) and take home a total of 4 "Arakawa peaches"! (Approximately 250g per peach)

For lunch, please enjoy the fresh sea urchin and conger eel, which are only available during this season.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Package Options

Details
Select a package to view details

Product Info

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

[1] This includes a peach-picking experience with the premium brand peach "Arakawa Peach" and a souvenir to take home.

"Arakawa peaches" are known as the highest quality brand peaches from Wakayama Prefecture, recognized by the government.

The secret to its deliciousness is...

1. A warm climate suitable for peach cultivation.

2. Careful cultivation methods that spare no effort.

3. Unwavering efforts toward quality improvement

These peaches are delicious because they are grown with pride by the producers who cultivate them with great care.

This tour includes a 30-minute peach-picking experience at "Hachiki Farm," where you will pick Arakawa peaches.

You can take home a total of four peaches: three that you pick and one that we have prepared for you (each peach weighs approximately 250g).

*The variety of peach from Arakawa will vary depending on the departure date. (This may also change depending on the weather.)

Customers departing on July 3rd or 5th will be on the "Hakuhou" train.

Customers departing between July 13th and July 19th will be assigned either "Hakuhou" or "Shimizu".

→Hakuhou: With a good balance of aroma, acidity, and sweetness, it is a representative variety of Arakawa peaches.

→Shimizu: It is very sweet, and its appeal lies in its soft flesh and abundant juice.

*The peaches you take home are included in the tour price.

*When peach picking in rainy weather, please bring rain gear (raincoat, etc.) (the use of umbrellas is prohibited).

For customers who do not wish to pick peaches in case of rain, we will provide you with a total of four peaches (approximately 250g each) that we have prepared in advance.


[2] Shirasaki Marine Park

Shirasaki Marine Park is said to have scenery that resembles the Aegean Sea.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the "white coastline" created by pure white limestone formations.


[3] Lunch

Enjoy a special lunch prepared for this tour by a chef who has honed their skills at renowned restaurants.

Only available at this time of year are the Northern Purple Sea Urchin (1 piece) and the conger eel.

"menu"

- One whole sea urchin (Northern Purple) in its shell

・ Three kinds of seasonal appetizers

Pike conger sushi

Tempura of conger eel and vegetables

・ Conger conger hotpot

Kishu plum soba

• White rice from Hidaka

Kishu Kinzanji miso

・Pickled plums

*Menu items may vary depending on the season.

*Mealtime is scheduled for between 11:00 and 14:00.


[4] Kuroshio Market

You can enjoy shopping for fresh seafood and other marine products caught in Wakayama Prefecture.

It's a small gift, but it comes with a present (tuna-flavored rice crackers).

Purchase Notice

[Travel conditions]

Departure point: Osaka/Kyoto Destination: Osaka/Wakayama

Duration of trip: 1 day (day trip)

Transportation used: Chartered bus

Bus company operating the service: Hankyu Kanko Bus or a bus company operating in the Kinki area (according to our company's standards)

*Please note that the bus company may change on the day of departure if there are any problems with the bus vehicle or if the driver is unwell.

(Changes due to these reasons are not covered by our liability.)

Meal plan: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 1 time, Dinner 0 times

Accommodation used: None

Minimum number of participants: 26

Tour guide: 1 (Guidance in Japanese)

Guide: 0

[Travel planning/execution]

Company Name: Hankyu Travel Co., Ltd., West Japan Sales Headquarters, Media Sales Department 1

Address: 2-5-25 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka 530-8355, Japan (Herbis OSAKA)

Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1847

Affiliated travel industry association: Regular member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

[Consignment Sales]

KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.

2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan

Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency

Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Reminders

  • A minimum of 26 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date

  • In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 14:00). Notifications will then be sent via email

  • Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time

  • Meals are not included for children under the age of 6

  • 6歳以上12歳未満のお子様はバス座席のみのご提供となります。その他食事代・ご旅行中にかかる諸経費は含まれておりません。

  • 当ツアーは主に日本人向けのローカルツアーで、添乗員は日本語で対応し、必要な案内事項は英語/中国語の書面でお伝えいたします。また、緊急時等はタブレット端末の翻訳アプリ等を使用して対応いたします。／当コースにはガイドは付いておりません。添乗員はツアーの旅程管理を行います（観光ガイドは行いません）。

  • 集合場所では係員が「阪急交通社」の看板（ボードまたは旗）を持って皆様をお待ちしております。コース名をご確認いただき代表者様のお名前で受付を済まして下さい。また、受付は同行者全員がお揃いになられてからとなります。集合時間は日本時間で、時間厳守となります。集合時間にお客様が現れなかった場合でも、当社および添乗員からお客様にご連絡をすることはなく、定刻どおり出発いたします。

  • やむを得ずバスや昼食会場の座席にて相席・前後席となる場合がございます。

  • 上記スケジュールはバス等の交通機関の都合・天候・現地事情・道路状況等によって、旅程・見学箇所･訪問順序・食事内容・帰着時間が変更になる場合がございます。また、道路状況によって、一部行程の変更や出発地への帰着時間が遅くなる場合がございます。

  • 写真は全てイメージです。

  • 昼食時間は11：00～14：00の間を予定しております。また、時期により料理内容が異なる場合がございます。

  • 雨天時の桃狩りの際は、雨具（レインコート等）のご持参をお願いします（傘の使用は禁止されています）。雨天時に桃狩りを希望されないお客様には、予めご用意した桃（1玉約250ｇ）を計4玉お渡しさせていただきます。

  • 夏のフルーツ狩りは屋外体験のため、帽子を着用し、こまめな水分補給と休憩を心がけて熱中症に十分ご注意ください。

  • あら川の桃の品種が出発日よって異なります。7/3・5～7/10出発までのお客様は白鳳 7/13～7/19出発までのお客様は白鳳または清水 7/22～7/26出発までのお客様は川中島です。

FAQ

1. When is the best time for Arakawa peach picking in Wakayama?

The Arakawa peach picking tour is a special, one-month limited experience, indicating a specific peak season when the peaches are at their prime. To enjoy the highest quality and flavor of these brand peaches, visitors should plan their trip within this designated short period. This exclusivity ensures guests experience the peaches at their very best.

2. What makes Arakawa peaches a premium brand, and are there popular varieties?

Arakawa peaches are recognized by the Japanese government as Wakayama Prefecture's highest quality brand peach, signifying their superior taste and characteristics. While specific varieties are not detailed, their premium status stems from their exceptional flavor profile and the stringent cultivation standards that have earned them national recognition.

3. What is included in the Arakawa peach picking experience during the Wakayama day tour?

The Wakayama day tour includes a dedicated Arakawa peach picking experience, allowing participants approximately 30 minutes to enjoy picking fresh peaches directly from the orchard. Additionally, guests will receive a total of 4 Arakawa peaches to take home, with each peach weighing approximately 250g, ensuring a total of about 1kg of fresh peaches.

4. How does the Wakayama day tour handle transportation for Arakawa peach picking from Osaka or Kyoto?

The Wakayama day tour provides comprehensive round-trip transportation, with convenient departures from major cities like Osaka and Kyoto. This eliminates the need for participants to arrange their own travel, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey to and from the Arakawa peach picking location in Wakayama, allowing for full enjoyment of the experience.

5. Are there other seasonal attractions or activities in Wakayama during the Arakawa peach season?

While the tour primarily focuses on the Arakawa peach picking experience and a special seasonal lunch, Wakayama Prefecture itself offers a rich agricultural landscape. During the Arakawa peach season, the region is vibrant, providing picturesque scenery and an authentic taste of rural Japan, ideal for enjoying the local environment.

6. What unique characteristics of Wakayama Prefecture contribute to the quality of Arakawa peaches?

Wakayama Prefecture's distinct climate, fertile soil, and traditional, meticulous cultivation methods are fundamental to the exceptional quality of Arakawa peaches. These environmental and horticultural factors collectively contribute to the peaches' superior flavor, juiciness, and overall characteristics, earning them their status as a premium brand recognized by the Japanese government.

7. What specific culinary experiences are offered as part of the Wakayama day tour lunch?

The Wakayama day tour includes an exclusive seasonal lunch, featuring Northern Purple Sea Urchin (Kitamurasaki Nama Uni) and Pike Conger (Hamo). This special meal is crafted with ingredients that are only available during the tour's limited period, offering participants a unique opportunity to savor fresh, high-quality local delicacies.

8. How long is the Arakawa peach picking activity, and how many peaches can be taken home?

The Arakawa peach picking activity is designed to last for approximately 30 minutes, giving visitors ample time to enjoy selecting ripe peaches. Following the picking experience, each participant will receive a total of four Arakawa peaches to take home, with each peach weighing roughly 250 grams, adding up to approximately 1kg in total.

Get Help

KKday Help Center