Risonare Nasu: Ultimate Freshly Harvested Brunch "YATAI to FARM" Returns This Year, Limited to 3 Groups Per Day Amidst Golden Rice Fields

Savor a vegetable-centric grilled meal at a premium seat overlooking shimmering golden rice paddies.

At Risonare Nasu, a highland agritourism resort nestled in nature, the ultimate autumn harvest brunch experience "YATAI to FARM" will return for another year, limited to just three groups per day from September 1–4 and 7–9, 2026. This special dining experience allows guests to enjoy freshly grilled dishes made with vegetables harvested from "Agri Garden," the resort's on-site farm that cultivates over 120 varieties of vegetables and herbs annually. This year, a new highlight is introduced: "Riso Pilaf," cooked in a traditional kama (kettle) using rice harvested from the resort's own rice paddies. Guests will enjoy this feast of autumn's bounty at an exclusive seating area beside paddies swaying with ripened golden rice stalks, immersing all five senses in the season.

"YATAI to FARM"

Risonare Nasu is a highland agritourism resort where guests can enjoy pastoral landscapes and farming experiences amidst rich natural surroundings. Leveraging farmland and rice paddies within the property, this initiative reverses the concept of "Farm to Table" by bringing the dining table directly into the farm. Guests dine at a table set within the garden, a prime spot surrounded by nature. Chefs prepare freshly harvested vegetables on-site at food stalls, and staff serve each dish hot and fresh. This unique culinary experience, offered only at Risonare Nasu, allows guests to savor seasonal flavors and the beauty of nature through all five senses, with sweeping views of Japan's classic countryside and mountains.

Features of YATAI to FARM

1. Harvest experience at Agri Garden farm, connecting guests directly from field to table

Harvest vegetables at the on-site farm

The resort's "Agri Garden" farm cultivates over 120 types of vegetables and herbs annually. It practices a circular farming method, recycling vegetable waste from the hotel kitchen into compost for the fields. During this program, guests first learn from staff about soil cultivation and the farm's circular systems, then personally harvest seasonal vegetables grown in this rich soil. This experience deepens understanding of the natural cycles behind food, building anticipation for the brunch.

2. Charcoal-grilled seasonal vegetables and "Riso Pilaf" cooked in a kama using rice harvested from the resort's rice paddies

Grilled vegetable dishes and kama-cooked Riso Pilaf

At food stalls set beside the paddies, chefs grill the vegetables guests just harvested, along with seasonal highland vegetables sourced from local Nasu producers. This year, a new dish makes its debut: "Riso Pilaf (*)," made with rice harvested from the resort's own paddies. Slow-cooked in a kama with matsutake mushrooms and broth, the rice absorbs deep umami flavors, delivering a rich, savory taste that intensifies with every bite. This ultimate brunch, available nowhere else, is a true distillation of Nasu's autumn harvest.

* A dish characterized by cooking rice in soup; ingredients infuse the rice with rich flavor

3. Premium seating with views of golden rice paddies

Premium seating overlooking golden rice stalks

Just three exclusive seats are set beside a vast 8,500-square-meter rice paddy, offering an ideal vantage point to enjoy Japan's iconic pastoral scenery of golden rice fields and mountains. Guests can watch the ripened rice heads bowing gently in the wind as they anticipate the October harvest. Enjoy a leisurely brunch in complete privacy, surrounded by the crisp autumn air and breathtaking views.

"YATAI to FARM" Overview

Period: September 1–4 and 7–9, 2026

Time: 9:30–11:30

Fee: Adults (12+ years) 3,700 JPY, Children 7–11 years 3,200 JPY, Children 4–6 years 2,900 JPY

*Additional fee on top of breakfast included in accommodation plan

Includes: Farm tour, vegetable harvesting experience, meal

Location: Rice paddies and Agri Garden farm

Capacity: Up to 3 groups (maximum 12 guests; 4 per group)

Reservations: Accepted via official website until 15:00, three days prior

(https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonarenasu/)

Notes: In case of bad weather, the harvesting experience may be canceled and the meal served indoors at a restaurant.

Risonare Nasu

"POKO POKO" featuring Books & Cafe and play areas

Japan's first (*1) "agritourism resort (*2)," where guests can experience farming amidst Nasu's rich natural environment. Risonare Nasu offers a new style of travel, inviting guests to escape urban bustle and enjoy seasonal changes, agricultural experiences, and nature immersion.

Address: 2301 Takahuku-Otodoshi, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun, Tochigi 325-0303

Phone: 050-3134-8093 (Risonare Reservation Center)

Rooms: 43

Rates: From 24,000 JPY per person (based on double occupancy, including breakfast, taxes included)

Access: [By car] Approximately 20 minutes by car from Nasu IC on the Tohoku Expressway

[By train] Approximately 35 minutes by shuttle bus from JR Tohoku Shinkansen Nasu-Shiobara Station

URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonarenasu/

Official Instagram: @risonarenasu

*1 Survey conducted by Hoshino Resorts in April 2019 on "agritourism resorts" in Japan

*2 "Agriturismo" is a coined term combining the Italian words "agricoltura" (agriculture) and "turismo" (tourism), referring to a style of travel that includes farm experiences, nature activities, and cultural exchange.

Risonare

"Risonare" is a resort hotel brand operated by Hoshino Resorts both in Japan and overseas. Its brand concept, "PLAY HARD," encourages guests to fully immerse themselves and enjoy their stay to the fullest. Through location-specific design, diverse activities, and unique regional and seasonal experiences, Risonare delivers unforgettable stays that exceed expectations. "Risonare Shimonoseki," which opened in December 2025, was selected by TIME magazine as one of the "World's Greatest Places 2026," earning international acclaim. The ninth property in the brand, "Risonare Fukui," is scheduled to open in 2027.

URL: https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/brands/risonare/

Official Instagram: @hoshinoresorts.risonare