Tea picking experience

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

We had a tea picking experience.

Machine-harvested tea fields

This is a simple tea picking experience where you pick just one bud and two leaves.

Even small children can enjoy

Well done,

They picked them carefully.

After the experience

Fun break

We all have tea and rice.

Hand-picked tea leaves before they become matcha.

"Hand-picked tea rice" made with tencha tea.

This is a traditional dish that can only be found in a tea-producing region.

The rest after the experience is exceptional.

Thank you to all the participants.

Please come visit us again.

Tea picking has begun.

Tea picking began today, April 30th, 2015.

First, let's start with the tea plantations where the deep-steamed sencha tea is made.

Takakoen Hand-picked Deep-steamed Tea

In very good weather

Tea picking

We got off to a good start.

My daughter, an elementary school student,

I joined from 7:30am.

Today is a substitute holiday, so

I'm excited.

(The one on the right is after it was removed.)

Tea picking will continue for about a month from today until the end of May.

For a while, we'll be picking sencha tea leaves.

Afterwards, we picked matcha tea leaves.

We will all pick them by hand.

If you are interested, please contact us.

Wakazono Elementary School Students' Tea Picking Experience was featured in the Chunichi Shimbun

April 29, 2015, Chunichi Shimbun, Nishi Mikawa edition

Wakazono Elementary School 5th graders who went yesterday

A report on the tea picking experience was published.

The way they pick tea leaves so seriously is amazing.

It's very cute.

The new tea at this time of year is very soft and delicate.

Please experience it for yourself,

I would be happy if you could try it.

Fifth grade students from Wakazono Elementary School came to experience tea picking. It was broadcast on CBC TV.

On April 28, 2015, 132 fifth grade students from Wakazono Elementary School

During comprehensive learning time

They came to pick tea leaves

First, we talked about the history of tea,

The story of the tea tree

We explain how to pick them,

Now, let's experience it.

This time, we had them pick the simple one-stem, two-leaf variety.

CBC TV also came to cover the event.

Today at 15:18 on Gogosuma,

Featured on Ippou at 6:53pm.

The picked tea leaves are

Fun to do when you get home.

Please enjoy with your family.

The children who came

To all the parents who helped,

Teachers,

thank you very much.

The 10th "Ofukuichi" morning market will be held

The 10th "Ofukuichi" morning market will be held on April 22nd.

Providing food and other items based on the idea that "food is medicine"

Based on this philosophy, we named the market "Ofukuichi" so that everyone can enjoy delicious food and abundant happiness.

Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2015

10:00-12:30

Location: Hidamari (next to Takakaen)

15 minutes walk south from Meitetsu Wakabayashi Station

64 Yashikihata, Yoshiwara-cho, Toyota City

For inquiries, please contact Takakoen at 0565-52-3810.

Person in charge: Yukiko Noba

Parking: Hidamari Parking Lot South side of Hidamari, North side of Hidamari,

Temporary parking lot Wakazono Sports Ground

Takakoen Parking Lot The parking lot on the east side of Takakoen where the Takakoen flag is standing

*There is not much parking available, so if you can come on foot, please do so.

*Please refrain from parking anywhere other than designated areas.

Ofukuichi's Promise

1. Provide products that show the producers and processors of food and ingredients.

1. Avoid using additives as much as possible.

1. Cherish the warmth of handmade items.

The 10th event will be held on April 22nd.,

Chitty Chitty Bagel...A bagel specialty store made with domestic wheat and homemade yeast

A bakery in Anjo that specializes in bagels.

Chewy bagels with chicken, kinpira, etc.

It goes perfectly with a bagel sandwich.

It's more filling than it looks, so it's recommended for lunch.

Chiki Chiki Bagel's fan base is rapidly increasing.

Get it before it sells out.

Kondo Shiitake Garden Shimoyama Shiitake Farm is a traditional mushroom farm that grows shiitake mushrooms on logs.

Shiitake mushrooms are delicious, whether fried or boiled.

Carrying logs is hard work, and many people quit.

I'm glad to see young people taking part.

Acorn Village InabuSan... Inanabu roadside station.

Mineasahi rice is said to be a mythical variety. Mineasahi rice and its rice flour are only available in Inabu, the birthplace of Mineasahi.

They also sell chaberin dango (sweet rice dumplings) at the request of local residents.

Actually, Mr. Inabu from Acorn Village,

In order to protect the rice landscape of Inabu, we are working hard to take on Inabu's Mineasahi rice from farmers.

As abandoned farmland became a problem, we wanted to do something to help, and that's why we created Chaberin Dango.

Tea dumplings made with Inabu Mineasahi and Takakoen teas and natural water pumped up from underground.

Please take this opportunity.

Finch A Western confectionery shop in Inabu, Toyota City.

Simple and local ingredients that make the most of the ingredients

A variety of sweets.

The recommended dish for kids is okara cookies.

I can't stop munching on it.

Kokui FarmWe strive every day to produce safe, high-quality produce, and are particular about "delicious."

Healthy crops grown like our own children are unique.

Domestically produced soybeans are a precious crop, accounting for less than 5% of the total.

What's more, we offer tofu, natto, miso, and other items made exclusively with soybeans grown in Okui!

They will sell it to you.

The season for chilled tofu is almost here.

Enjoy it for lunch.

Dashenka Na　San...a shop that sells handmade bread made with natural yeast and baked in a stone oven

Dashenka brings a variety of different items every time.

Ofukuichi is a hidden gem, with exclusive breads and new products available.

Last time, there was a flat rate and some great value bread.

Every time, there are special deals on bread that you can't miss out on.

I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of bread will be available this time.

Tokuhachi Farm Mr./Ms.... He grows vegetables in the Asuke area.

Vegetables grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

They bring you fresh seasonal vegetables.

There are vegetables that you won't find in supermarkets,

It's fun to watch.

FishmongerThey bring you fresh fish.

In fact, it can be quite difficult to buy fish at Takakaen.

Even if the owner buys products labeled as wild, they won't eat them because "they smell like farmed feed."

When I was worried because I couldn't tell just by looking at it, a neighbor introduced me to

This fish shop.

My neighbors came from Sendai and had a hard time trying the fish here.

Apparently they met and were introduced to this fishmonger.

Since then, it has become easier for me to choose fish.

Cedar tree　San...A reflexology massage shop in the Yoshiwara area.

You enter through the garden and receive a massage in a slightly secluded space.

A trial price only available at Ofukuichi.

Please give it a try.

andTakakoen ... All types of tea, including hand-picked matcha and hand-picked deep-steamed tea

In pursuit of delicious tea, we are particular about soil preparation using organic fertilizer.

We only sell tea that the owner is satisfied with.

Enjoy the deep flavor of hand-picked tea, made with meticulous attention to detail.

Fish will be sold in the parking lot on the south side of Hidamari.

Limited to the day: new cafe menu items, etc.

Yoshitaka Noba, Representative of "Ofukuichi"

Secretariat: Yukiko Noba

Supporters: Tomoyo Ishikawa and Satomi Shirai

Organized by Takakaen

I hope that this morning market will become one that local people can enjoy.

This is Yuki from the secretariat.

We will be holding a tea picking experience event, "Enjoying New Tea."

It was well received last year

Orange Mama and Takakaen collaboration

We will be holding the "New Tea Appreciation Party" again this year.

Tea picking last year.

Explanation about tea.

Many questions were asked.

Last year

Tea-filled lunch

Freshly picked sprouts are deep-fried,

Tencha tea rice,

Matcha sweets, etc.

It's all about tea.

Date and time: May 7, 2015 (Thursday) 10:30-13:00

Location: Hidamari meeting point (next to Takakaen)

Number of participants: First 30 people

Participation fee: 1,000 yen (includes tea picking experience and tea-filled lunch)

*Kids lunch available for 300 yen

The event will proceed rain or shine. In the event of rain, there will be a tea ceremony and lunch instead.

The tea picking at the "New Tea Enjoyment Party" is simple.

Instead of being hand-picked as is done naturally, the tea leaves are picked at one stem and two leaves from machine-harvested tea fields.

Even small children around 3 years old can walk there (about 200m).

You will walk to the tea plantation and have a simple experience.

Come experience seeing, touching and picking the tender new shoots in early May.

For applications, please contact Hidamari at 080-5156-7989

The Ofuku Market was a huge success during spring break.

The 9th Ofukuichi Market will be held at

Since it was spring break, we also had a trial lesson.

Many people came from the start,

Wheelchair experience,

Think about the physically disabled,

Soybean Family Quiz

Use your brain,

Made from Toyota wood

Playing the cajon, a percussion instrument originating from Peru

Enjoy the soothing sounds

Stone milling experience

They tasted the matcha they had ground themselves.

At Dashenka Sai, we tasted a secret yeast made only from strawberries.

First-time exhibitor at the antenna shop Kirari

Join,

It became a lively market.

Many cute children, neighbors, customers,

Thanks to all the exhibitors

It was a fun morning market called "Ofukuichi."

Thank you to everyone who came.

The next session will be held on the fourth Wednesday, April 22nd.

The next morning market had a wide variety of items, including okara cookies, chaberin dango, and natural yeast bagels.

Stay tuned.

This is Yuki from the secretariat.

The 9th "Ofukuichi" morning market will be held on March 25th.

The 9th "Ofukuichi" morning market will be held.

Providing food and other items based on the idea that "food is medicine"

Based on this philosophy, we named the market "Ofukuichi" so that everyone can enjoy delicious food and abundant happiness.

Date and time: Wednesday, March 25, 2015

10:00-12:30

Location: Hidamari (next to Takakaen)

15 minutes walk south from Meitetsu Wakabayashi Station

64 Yashikihata, Yoshiwara-cho, Toyota City

For inquiries, please contact Takakoen at 0565-52-3810.

Person in charge: Yukiko Noba

Parking: Hidamari Parking Lot South side of Hidamari, North side of Hidamari,

Temporary parking lot Wakazono Sports Ground

Takakoen Parking Lot The parking lot on the east side of Takakoen where the Takakoen flag is standing

*There is not much parking available, so if you can come on foot, please do so.

*Please refrain from parking anywhere other than designated areas.

Ofukuichi's Promise

1. Provide products that show the producers and processors of food and ingredients.

1. Avoid using additives as much as possible.

1. Cherish the warmth of handmade items.

The 9th event will be held on March 25th.,

Since it's spring break, there will also be some experiences.

Experience 1☆"Let's try using a wheelchair" Limited to 18 people Free

Organizer: Toiro Independence Center

Time ① 10:15-10:45 ② 11:00-11:30 ③ 11:45-12:15 6 people each

Children in the third grade or above can participate alone.

Children in the second grade and below can participate if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

This time, the theme is focused on people with physical disabilities who have difficulty moving around, and you can experience using a wheelchair.

I'm embarrassed to say this, but during the meeting I realized how naive my understanding was.

By experiencing and seeing things, you can think about what you can do and what you can do.

Please try it out first.

A mini experience

Experience 2☆"Bread is Alive" Free Organizer: Dashenka Na

You can taste natural yeast and watch the bread fermentation.

It seems they even let you touch the bread while it's still fermenting.

It's rare to get the chance to taste natural yeast.

Fermenting bread may also be the first step in sparking interest in summer vacation independent research.

Experience 3☆"Soybean Family Quiz" Free Organizer: Okui Farm

What family does the soybean belong to? Feel free to take the quiz.

Experience 4☆"Stone mill grinding experience" Grind with a stone mill and make matcha. Organizer: Koukaen

You can grind the powder in a stone mill and make matcha.

You can make matcha or green tea using ground matcha.

The participation fee is 100 yen.

This year's exhibitors are:

Antenna Shop Kirari ...at a welfare facility in Toyota City for people with disabilities.

We handle manufactured products.

A variety of handmade foods, sweets, and miscellaneous goods made with quality ingredients and with love.

Among them, a large selection will be gathered.

Dashenka Na　San...a shop that sells handmade bread made with natural yeast and baked in a stone oven

Dashenka brings a variety of different items every time.

Ofukuichi is a hidden gem, with exclusive breads and new products available.

Last time, there was a flat rate and some great value bread.

This time, a mini experience will also be held.

Kokui Farm　We strive every day to produce safe, high-quality crops, and are particular about "delicious" food.

Healthy crops grown like our own children are unique.

Domestically produced soybeans are a precious crop, accounting for less than 5% of the total.

What's more, we offer tofu, natto, miso, and other items made exclusively with soybeans grown in Okui!

They will sell it to you.

A quiz will also be held.

Tokuhachi Farm Mr./Ms.... He grows vegetables in the Asuke area.

Vegetables grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

They bring you fresh seasonal vegetables.

Forest SquareMr./Ms....is working to spread awareness of the importance of forest creation in Toyota City.

Mori no Hiroba is playing a major role in the Cafon Project.

This time, we will be holding Toyota wood that has been processed in various ways.

These pieces have the scent of wood that makes you feel gentle.

...I'm looking forward to it.

Handmade goods "Maruru"San...a shop selling handmade fabric accessories

They sell school lunch sets needed for kindergartens and elementary schools, as well as cloth accessories such as masks.

She is a mother who lives in the Wakazono area, so you can buy things after consulting with her.

mar (circle)San... Hand massage.

A young mother living in Toyota City.

The gentle massage is soothing.

Cedar tree　San...A reflexology massage shop in the Yoshiwara area.

You enter through the garden and receive a massage in a slightly secluded space.

A one-coin trial price only available at Ofukuichi.

Please give it a try.

Ishinomaki Heiwa Project: Supporting the recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake

We will be selling friendship bracelets and other items made in Ishinomaki.

A mother from Miyagi Prefecture who lives in Toyota City shares her thoughts.

andTakakoen ... All types of tea, including hand-picked matcha and hand-picked deep-steamed tea

In pursuit of delicious tea, we are particular about soil preparation using organic fertilizer.

We only sell tea that the owner is satisfied with.

Enjoy the deep flavor of hand-picked tea, made with meticulous attention to detail.

In April, the event will be held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, April 22nd (Wednesday).

Yoshitaka Noba, Representative of "Ofukuichi"

Secretariat: Yukiko Noba

Supporters: Tomoyo Ishikawa and Satomi Shirai

Organized by Takakaen

I hope that this morning market will become one that local people can enjoy.

This is Yuki from the secretariat.

The first anniversary morning market, "Ofukuichi," was a huge success. (This was broadcast on local media.)

On Wednesday, February 25th, 2015, the 8th annual Ofukuichi was held.

This marks the first anniversary. The year has flown by so quickly.

With gratitude

I behaved.

A sweet soup made from simmered red beans.

The dumplings inside are made by Mineasahi in Inabu.

Handmade by "Fuku-chan (Takakoen's mother)".

There are also pickles shared with us by our neighbors.

It becomes a bustling morning market,

Okui Farm's

Natto is also sold out

Dolce Vita's

Pudding and blancmange too

sold out

Acorn Village Inabu's

Chaberin Dango is also sold out

Dashenka Na also

sold out,

Chiki Chiki Bagel too

The bread is sold out.

Takakoen

For the local people

In the cafe space,

full.

Please enjoy the limited edition drinks this time,

At mar (maru), who is exhibiting for the first time,

Warm hand massage.

Soothing winter hand care

Outside, a special experience

Experience inoculating shiitake mushrooms on logs. The children listened intently as they struggled with the wood.

Thanks to all of you, we have reached one year.

thank you.

To everyone who came,

Dear Exhibitors,

To everyone involved

Thank you very much.

This time, immediately after opening,

A customer said, "Congratulations on your first anniversary."

I received a bouquet of flowers.

It's only been a year, but I'm glad I did it.

It was a moment when I thought that.

thank you.

We will continue to hold the morning market "Ofukuichi" for everyone to enjoy.

Good things that are made with care.

Heartfelt products that you can't buy anywhere else.

With the creator's feelings

I would be happy to deliver it to you.

Thank you for your continued support.

This time,

Local media Himawari Network

It will be broadcast on "Yo-i Don" from 9:00 on March 10th.

The next morning market, "Ofukuichi," will be held on Wednesday, March 25th from 10am.

For spring break, we're offering a different experience than usual.

※The planned log-grown shiitake mushroom cultivation has become difficult due to the current situation.

This was the only time this event was held, and the next one has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Look forward to the next one on Wednesday, March 25th

Yuki from the secretariat

1st Anniversary! Morning Market "Ofukuichi" to be held

The 8th "Ofukuichi" morning market will be held.

The next Ofukuichi event will be in February, marking its first anniversary.

The year has gone by in a flash.

We would like to thank the local community, our supporters, and the exhibitors who create their products with care.

Thanks to you, we have been able to celebrate our first anniversary and we are extremely grateful.

Providing food and other items based on the idea that "food is medicine"

Based on this philosophy, we named the market "Ofukuichi" so that everyone can enjoy delicious food and abundant happiness.

Thank you to everyone who came

I will continue to work hard in the future, never forgetting my original intentions.

Date and time: Wednesday, February 25, 2015

10:00-12:30

☆From 11am, we will be serving Fuku-chan's homemade sweet bean soup "Oshiruko".

It would be helpful if you could bring a bowl and chopsticks.

Location: Hidamari (next to Takakaen)

15 minutes walk south from Meitetsu Wakabayashi Station

64 Yashikihata, Yoshiwara-cho, Toyota City

For inquiries, please contact Takakoen at 0565-52-3810.

Person in charge: Yukiko Noba

Parking: Hidamari Parking Lot South side of Hidamari, North side of Hidamari,

Temporary parking lot Wakazono Sports Ground

Takakoen Parking Lot The parking lot on the east side of Takakoen where the Takakoen flag is standing

*There is not much parking available, so if you can come on foot, please do so.

*Please refrain from parking anywhere other than designated areas.

Ofukuichi's Promise

1. Provide products that show the producers and processors of food and ingredients.

1. Avoid using additives as much as possible.

1. Cherish the warmth of handmade items.

The 8th event will be held on February 25th.,

Kondo Shiitake Garden Shimoyama Shiitake Farm is a traditional mushroom farm that grows shiitake mushrooms on logs.

In February and March, we have a special experience! Experience inoculating shiitake mushrooms on logs.

You can also take it home (purchase it) after the experience.

Take-out purchases are 600 to 900 yen depending on the thickness of the wood.

Limit one bottle per person.

Limited to about 20 people.

Reservations are also possible. (For reservations, contact Kondo Shiitake Farm at 090-7916-5252)

Why not try growing shiitake mushrooms on logs with your family?

Dolce Vita San...An Italian restaurant in Toyota City.

They sell pudding made with specially selected eggs, roasted green tea blancmange, and more.

In addition to using locally produced ingredients, the food is handmade using a wide range of carefully selected ingredients.

A dessert that brings out the flavor of the ingredients.

He said, "I want my customers to be happy." I agree.

This time, new desserts will also be on sale. I'm looking forward to it.

Kokui FarmWe strive every day to produce safe, high-quality produce, and are particular about "delicious."

Healthy crops grown like our own children are unique.

Domestically produced soybeans are a precious crop, accounting for less than 5% of the total.

What's more, we offer tofu, natto, miso, and other items made exclusively with soybeans grown in Okui!

They will sell it to you.

During this cold season, I recommend soy milk hotpot.

The soy milk hotpot is made with the rich soy milk from Okui Farm, and the vegetables simmered together have a sweet taste.

...This is a winter dish that my kids love.

So, that's it...

This limited edition sale is

Soy milk hot pot set. Includes Fuku-chan vegetables and more. First come, first served! Limited quantity available.

Yuyu KoboMr. Miss....A woodworking workshop in Toyota City.

Wooden toys and other wooden crafts will be on sale.

A workshop that values the warmth of wood.

Safety is also taken into consideration, and children's toys are also made.

They will also respond to requests.

The wooden sign for the parking lot at Takakoen was made by Yuyu Kobo.

It's very nice. Please take a look.

Dashenka NaSan...a shop that sells handmade bread made with natural yeast and baked in a stone oven

Dashenka brings a variety of different items every time.

Ofukuichi is a hidden gem, with exclusive breads and new products available.

Last time, there was a flat rate and some great value bread.

I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of bread will be available this time.

Chitty Chitty Bagel...A bagel specialty store made with domestic wheat and homemade yeast

A bakery in Anjo that specializes in bagels.

Chewy bagels with chicken, kinpira, etc.

It goes perfectly with a bagel sandwich.

It's more filling than it looks, so it's recommended for lunch.

Chiki Chiki Bagel's fan base is rapidly increasing.

This time too, you can't miss it.

Acorn Village InabuSan... Inanabu roadside station.

Mineasahi rice is said to be a mythical variety. Mineasahi rice and its rice flour are only available in Inabu, the birthplace of Mineasahi.

They also sell chaberin dango (sweet rice dumplings) at the request of local residents.

Actually, Mr. Inabu from Acorn Village,

In order to protect the rice landscape of Inabu, we are working hard to take on Inabu's Mineasahi rice from farmers.

As abandoned farmland became a problem, we wanted to do something to help, and that's why we created Chaberin Dango.

Tea dumplings made with Inabu Mineasahi and Takakoen teas and natural water pumped up from underground.

Please take this opportunity.

Hinamatsuri is coming up soon. We recommend Mineasahi rice flour for making rice cakes.

Tokuhachi Farm Mr./Ms.... He grows vegetables in the Asuke area.

Vegetables grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

They bring you fresh seasonal vegetables.

Forest SquareMr./Ms....is working to spread awareness of the importance of forest creation in Toyota City.

Mori no Hiroba is playing a major role in the Cafon Project.

This time, we will be holding Toyota wood that has been processed in various ways.

These pieces have the scent of wood that makes you feel gentle.

...I'm looking forward to it.

FishmongerThey bring you fresh fish.

In fact, it can be quite difficult to buy fish at Takakaen.

Even if the owner buys products labeled as wild, they won't eat them because "they smell like farmed feed."

When I was worried because I couldn't tell just by looking at it, a neighbor introduced me to

This fish shop.

My neighbors came from Sendai and had a hard time trying the fish here.

Apparently they met and were introduced to this fishmonger.

Since then, it has become easier for me to choose fish.

Cedar tree　San...A reflexology massage shop in the Yoshiwara area.

You enter through the garden and receive a massage in a slightly secluded space.

A trial price only available at Ofukuichi.

Please give it a try.

mar (circle) Hand massage

First time exhibiting. Hand massage by a mother from Toyota City.

A hand massage can help relieve dryness, flaking, and cold hands during the cold winter months, leaving them moist and warm.

They will also listen to any concerns you may have about your nails.

andTakakoen ... All types of tea, including hand-picked matcha and hand-picked deep-steamed tea

In pursuit of delicious tea, we are particular about soil preparation using organic fertilizer.

We only sell tea that the owner is satisfied with.

Enjoy the deep flavor of hand-picked tea, made with meticulous attention to detail.

Fish will be sold in the parking lot on the south side of Hidamari.

Limited-time offers on the day include a soy milk hotpot set!! and limited-time cafe menu items.

In March, it will be held on the fourth Wednesday, March 25th (Wednesday),

In April, the event will be held on the fourth Wednesday, April 22nd (Wednesday).

Yoshitaka Noba, Representative of "Ofukuichi"

Secretariat: Yukiko Noba

Supporters: Tomoyo Ishikawa and Satomi Shirai

Organized by Takakaen

I hope that this morning market will become one that local people can enjoy.

This is Yuki from the secretariat.