KOBE
Akashi
From March 20, strawberry picking service started at Hotel Plaza Kobe in Higashinada-ku, Kobe City. 15 people a day can enjoy picking strawberries any time of the year. 
Strawberry picking at a hotel?
The hotel is frequented by families, and the idea of “strawberry picking” was conceived as part of a variety of experiences that can be enjoyed within the hotel. Normally, strawberries are difficult to grow in summer, but with the cooperation of Takarazuka City’s Yuyu System, a strawberry picking system was developed that can be enjoyed year-round.
Over 1,000 strawberry plants of more than 10 varieties, including “Benihoppe” and “Sagahonoka,” are being grown in a space of about 185 square meters. This is the first time in Japan that strawberries are grown hydroponically in a hotel building, and also the first time that strawberry picking is available in a hotel building. 
It is safe even for children!
No soil is used, so the strawberries and your feet stay clean. The strawberries you pick can be eaten right away. Also, since it is indoors and air-conditioned, it can be enjoyed in any weather.
Strawberry picking is limited to 15 people per day and is held for 30 minutes from 11:00 a.m. daily. Even those who are not staying at the hotel can enjoy the event. ＜A word from the reporter:
“There are few places in the city where strawberry picking is available, so it is easy to use,” and “I was able to enjoy it safely even with small children. It is also nice that you don’t have to worry about your clothes or shoes getting dirty.
Detailed information
- Strawberry picking start date
- Monday, March 20, 2023 –
- Location
- Hotel Plaza Kobe, in front of the front desk on the 3rd floor, next to the cafe
(in Rokko Island KFP, 2-9-1, Koyo-cho Naka, Higashinada-ku, Tokyo)
Find it on GoogleMaps - Time
- From 11:00 for 30 minutes
*Limited to 15 people per day - Fee
- Adults 3,500 yen
Elementary school students and younger 3,000 yen - Reservation
- Web reservations can be made at
MeIN
Gooall
shAop
Global