About us
Tokyo has lots to offer, but there's so much more to discover beyond the city.
Let's explore together through nature, local food, Japanese culture, hands-on experiences, and meaningful connections with people.
This group is for those who enjoy getting outdoors, discovering hidden places, experiencing local culture, meeting like-minded people, and making the most of weekends beyond Tokyo.
This group is not just about joining a one-off day trip. We're building a community where people with similar interests can make friends, reconnect, and continue exploring together.
We're based in Ogawamachi, Saitama, just about one hour from Ikebukuro by direct train. Many of our events take place here, combining nature, local food, and hands-on experiences such as hiking, farming expreiences, seasonal cooking, forest activities, and exploring the Japanese countryside. We also organize day trips to other unique destinations that are easy to reach from Tokyo.
Rather than simply sightseeing, we believe the best way to experience Japan is by getting involved: spending time in nature, sharing meals, trying new activities, and meeting local people.
Our members are mostly nature lovers, and it's always a pleasure to meet people who share similar interests. About half of our participants are returning members and half are first-time visitors, so you'll always find both familiar faces and newcomers. Whether you come alone or with friends, you'll be warmly welcomed.
Our organizers speak both English and Japanese, so there's no need to worry about the language barrier.
We look forward to exploring with you!
Upcoming events
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ðŸ New Rice Onigiri Making, Farming & Hiking with Pumpkin Croquettes Lunchðð®ð³
Tokyo, JPïŒEnglish/æ¥æ¬èªïŒ
The refreshing autumn season is here ð³ðLetâs enjoy the outdoors with a hands-on farming experience, make onigiri together using freshly harvested rice, enjoy a pumpkin croquette lunch made with pumpkins harvested from our farm this summer, and go for a light hike in the forest ðð³âš
The event will take place in Ogawamachi, Saitama, one of Japanâs well-known towns for organic farming. Itâs about one hour by direct train from Ikebukuro, Tokyo. Weâve also set the meeting time so you can take direct trains from Shibuya, Shinjuku, Yokohama, Musashi-Kosugi, Nakameguro, and other areas ð
Weâll enjoy a light walk through the peaceful countryside surrounded by forests on our way to the farm ðââ¡ïžðïž
At the organic farm, weâre planning to experience growing autumn and winter vegetables ð±ð¥¬By this time of year, the new rice harvest will be finished, so weâll use delicious freshly harvested rice to make onigiri together ðŸð
You might not have made a proper triangular Japanese onigiri before, so letâs learn some tips togetherð¡ Youâll be surprised by how delicious the onigiri you make yourself tastes ðâšFor lunch, weâll enjoy our freshly made onigiri together with pumpkin croquettes made using pumpkins harvested from our farm this summer ðâš
We also grow shiitake mushrooms on logs in the forest, so if they are ready to harvest, weâre planning to use some for lunch ðªµðAfter lunch, weâll go for a hike in the forest that we manage and enjoy some forest bathing along the way ðââ¡ïžðïž
The weather is cool and comfortable at this time of year, making it a wonderful season for walking in the forest ð³âšAfter some light exercise, weâll take a relaxing tea break ðµ
This time, weâre planning to prepare homemade pumpkin pudding ððð®Through this event, we also hope youâll have the chance to meet other people who enjoy nature and hiking or are interested in farming âš
Letâs enjoy farming, hiking, and seasonal Japanese food culture in nature while meeting other nature lovers ðTo see more of our past events, farm, and forest, check out our Instagram here â
https://www.instagram.com/taka_in_ogawamachi/â Schedule:
10:00: Meet outside Ogawamachi Station
10:00â10:10: Self-introductions
10:10â10:30: Walk through the countryside
10:30â11:30: Organic farming experience
11:30â11:45: Walk to the lunch location
11:45â12:15: Onigiri making experience
12:15â13:15: Lunch
13:15â14:15: Light forest hike
14:15â15:00: Tea break
15:00â15:30: Walk back to Ogawamachi Station
â» We plan to catch one of the trains departing from Ogawamachi Station at 15:46, 16:03, or 16:14.*If you prefer not to join the forest hike, you are welcome to stay and relax in the room.
*The schedule is a rough estimate. The event will take place in the rain, but the farming experience may be changed to a farm tour depending on the weather.
*People with dietary restrictions, including vegetarians and vegans, are very welcome. Please send us a message at least 10 days before the event, and weâll do our best to accommodate you.â Participation Fee:
ã»5,000 yen + 500 yen for insurance = 5,500 yen
ã»The fee will be used for lunch and dessert ingredients, preparation of meals and activities, guiding, and maintaining the forest we manage.
ã»Advance payment is required (PayPay, Rakuten Pay, bank transfer, etc. If you prefer another payment method, please let us know.)â About Insurance:
ã»Covers medical expenses for injuries.â Hiking Course Level:
ã»Beginner level
ã»There are some gentle uphill and downhill slopes in the forest.
ã»Weâll walk together at a comfortable pace.â Meeting Place and Time:
ã»In front of Ogawamachi Station on the Tobu Tojo Line
â» Note: This is Ogawamachi in Saitama, not Ogawamachi in Tokyo.
ã»10:00 AM. There is a convenience store nearby. Please take care of shopping and restrooms before meeting.
ã»We wonât be able to wait for late arrivals, so please be on time. If you are running late on the day, please send us a message and weâll let you know where to meet us.â Train Access Examples:
ã»Direct trains are available from Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Yokohama, Shinjuku-sanchome, Musashi-Kosugi, Nakameguro, and more.
ã»Please check the comments section for details.â What to Bring & Wear:
ã»Drinking water, a hat, a towel, etc.
ã»Please wear clothes you donât mind getting dirty, as weâll be visiting the farm and forest.
ã»Hiking shoes are ideal for the forest, but some participants also come in sneakers.
ã»There is a space to change clothes at the lunch location, so please bring a change of clothes if needed.â Registration Deadline & Confirmation:
â 10 days before the event (Thursday, November 5)
â After you register, we will send you payment details by message. Your participation will be confirmed once payment is received.
â We expect around 15 participants. Places will be secured on a first-paid, first-served basis.
â» Even after the registration deadline, spots may become available due to cancellations, so feel free to message us if youâd like to join.â Cancellation Policy:
ã»7 to 4 days before the event: 20%
ã»3 to 2 days before the event: 50%
ã»1 day before or on the day of the event: 100%
*If the event is canceled due to a typhoon or other severe weather, a full refund will be provided.â Note:
ã»We are not responsible for any injuries, accidents, lost or stolen items, damages, or other issues that may occur during the event.The guides speak both Japanese and English, so people who are not fluent in either language are also very welcome!
There are always people joining our events or Meetup for the first time, so please feel free to join us without any worries ^^
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