Experience Pre-Harvest Peach 'Bagging' in Gifu's Hida Region: A Rare Tour for Peach Lovers and Families on June 20

Hidakara Shoten, operated by Hidakara Inc. (Hida City, Gifu Prefecture), and Tsumugi Orchard LLC (Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture) will hold the first event of the 'Hida no Takara Momo Tour 2026' on Saturday, June 20, 2026. This event, 'Bagging Experience Tour & Peach Ice Cream Tasting,' will take place at a peach farm in Takayama City, offering participants a chance to experience pre-harvest peach farming work.

This tour is organized by the two companies, which have been jointly working on branding 'Hida no Takara Momo' since 2019. Now in its third year, this popular program has attracted over 100 participants from across the country. The 2025 tour was also featured in the Chunichi Shimbun.

While there are many peach harvesting experience events nationwide, this tour is unique in that it allows general participants to experience 'bagging,' a crucial pre-harvest agricultural task. Participants will draw pictures or write messages on the bags that protect the peaches and then actually hang them on the peach trees. The event also includes peach-themed quizzes and a peach ice cream tasting.

This initiative aims to convey the background of peach cultivation and the craftsmanship of the producers by allowing participants to directly experience 'Hida no Takara Momo,' which is usually sold primarily online, at the production site.

Key Points

[Point 1] A Rare Agricultural Experience Nationwide: Touching Peaches Before Harvest

The unique feature of this event is that it offers an experience of 'bagging' before harvest, rather than a peach harvesting experience. Bagging is an essential process for peach farmers before midsummer, protecting the peaches from pests and diseases and helping to create beautiful skin. However, compared to the harvest scene, it is rarely featured in the media, and programs offering this experience to the general public are extremely rare nationwide.

[Point 2] Fun for a Wide Range of People: Peach Lovers, Families, and Local Residents

The content, which includes drawing on bags, writing messages, and peach quizzes, is enjoyable for everyone from small children to adult peach fans. Past tours have attracted a diverse group of participants, including peach fans from outside the prefecture, families, and local residents, making it a place to pass on the story of peach cultivation across generations.

[Point 3] Time at the Production Site: Direct Conversation with Peach Farmers

This tour is held in the peach fields of Tsumugi Orchard. Mr. Maesaka, who is in charge of cultivation, will serve as a guide, allowing participants to hear directly about peach farming. It is a valuable opportunity to experience 'Hida no Takara Momo,' which is mainly sold online, along with the words of the producer.

Event Overview

Event Name: Hida no Takara Momo Tour Part 1: Bagging Experience Tour & Ice Cream Tasting

Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Reception from 8:45 AM)

Venue/Meeting Point: Farm Kitchen kirin, 1294-1 Kamihirose, Kokufu-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture

Contents:
・Peach bagging experience
・Talk on peach cultivation by Mr. Maesaka of Tsumugi Orchard
・Peach-related recreation
・Peach ice cream tasting

Participation Fee:
Adults (high school students and above): 1,500 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 500 yen

Capacity: Approximately 30 people

Items to Bring: Slippers, towel, drinks, hat, rain gear (in case of rain)

Notes: The farm work experience is scheduled to last about 30 minutes. Other programs are planned to be held indoors.

Organizers: Hidakara Inc., Tsumugi Orchard LLC

Details: https://www.takara-momo.com/post/tour2026

Future Schedule

This year's 'Hida no Takara Momo Tour' is scheduled to be held four times from June to September.

1st: June 20 (Sat) Bagging Experience Tour & Ice Cream Tasting
2nd: July 11 (Sat) Bag Removal & Peach Tasting
3rd: August 8 (Sat) Harvest Experience & Peach Parfait Making
4th: September 26 (Sat) Harvest & Tasting of Rare Late-Maturing Varieties

The content is designed to allow participants to experience the entire process of peach growing, from pre-harvest farm work to harvesting and tasting, according to the growth stages of the peaches.

Past Efforts and Regional Challenges

The 'Hida no Takara Momo Tour' is now in its third year. It has been joined by over 100 people in total, and some sessions last year were fully booked early. This year, in addition to the harvest experience, the content has been expanded to include pre-harvest 'bagging' and 'bag removal,' as well as a tasting of rare late-maturing varieties in September, allowing for a deeper understanding of the peach growing process. It will be a long-term event spanning four sessions over four months. In recent years, the cost of materials, fuel, and labor has continued to rise in agricultural production, making the business environment for fruit farmers increasingly difficult. Since the branding of 'Hida no Takara Momo' in 2019, efforts have been made to create a system that directly connects producers and consumers. This tour is part of that effort, and it is believed that understanding the labor and time invested in each peach will lead to the sustainable development of peach cultivation in Hida and an increase in brand value.

What is 'Hida no Takara Momo'?

'Hida no Takara Momo' is a regional brand for peaches grown in the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture. Only peaches that meet the standards set by Hidakara Inc. and Tsumugi Orchard are shipped under this brand. Branding began in 2019, and over 200,000 peaches have been delivered nationwide to date.

Located at an altitude of 500 meters and surrounded by the Northern Alps, Hida is a hidden, renowned peach-producing area blessed with significant day-night temperature differences and abundant sunlight. The large temperature fluctuations and the meticulous handiwork of the farmers produce sweet, juicy peaches.

Official Website: https://www.takara-momo.com/

About Hidakara Inc.

A regional trading company headquartered in Hida City, Gifu Prefecture, with the mission of 'Creating a Delicious and Interesting Future.' It operates a mail-order site specializing in Hida's food products, develops products, and supports local governments. Its branded local hidden products, such as 'Hida no Abare Ayu' and the 'Hida no Takara Box' created during the COVID-19 pandemic, have been delivered to over 20,000 customers nationwide. In 2021, it took over the business of 'Miyama Tofu-ya,' which produces the traditional Shirakawa-go ingredient 'Ishi Tofu,' and is now venturing into manufacturing. It is also focusing on PR activities to promote the region's appeal, having been selected for the 'Press Release Award' Best 101 in 2025.

Location: 12-12 Kouei-cho, Furukawa-cho, Hida City, Gifu Prefecture
Representative Director: Kanako Funasaka
Established: 2019