Ibaraki Prefecture hosts seasonal harvest festivals and agricultural experiences

Various agricultural harvest festivals and experiential events are scheduled across Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, offering seasonal food activities.

In Koga City, a taro harvesting experience will be held on October 17, 2026, at the historic Kominka Sui. Organized by Makuraga DMC, the event allows participants to harvest taro and enjoy a lunch of rice cooked in a traditional kamado stove and imoni soup.

In Tsukuba City, JA Tsukuba City Yatabe will host its annual harvest festival on October 3, 2026. The event features the harvesting of sweet potatoes and shiitake mushrooms, followed by a meal of new rice and mushroom-based dishes. This tradition has been held for over 30 years.

Additionally, the Joso Michi-no-Eki is hosting the ‘Joso Autumn Stamina Harvest Festival,’ which includes melon sales and various stamina-themed menu items.