farm to table
Seasonal Harvests in the Miura Peninsula
a collaboration with farm canning
May 9 (Sunday)
1000-1500
adults ¥7,000
age 2 to 5 ¥2,500
age 6 to 12 ¥3,500
(incl. transaction fees, service charges)
min. 15 pax
max. 20 pax
Paradise Field
Miura Peninsula
Kanagawa Pref.
the plan
Where does your fresh produce come from?
How can you prepare locally harvested ingredients?
Farm to Table will be conducted in English and is on a trial-basis – it’s likely that we’ll encounter some ad-hoc moments and not everything will be clockwork.
highlights
- See and learn first-hand how Miura Peninsula's farmers make the most of natural resources borne from the land and seas
- Help with the harvest of the day at Ito-san's farm
- Prepare lunch with fresh local vegetables sourced on-site
- Cut your own bamboo and learn how to cook rice in bamboo tubes
- Indulge in dishes that flaunt the best of the Miura Peninsula, prepared by Farm Canning
- Prepare a genovese sauce and can it to take home the fruits of your labor
about farm canning
homegrown, women-owned local goodness
As a homegrown, women-owned business, Farm Canning is all about promoting a sustainable food lifestyle for positive social impact. Local foodies may be familiar with their wide variety of seasonal food products (often in distinct glass jars) made with fresh ingredients direct from local farmers.
In addition, Farm Canning offers educational workshops and Instagram-worthy catering focused on organic ingredients, healthy food for all tastes, and minimizing food waste. In the past, they have also hosted learning gardens and farming experiences in Shonan Kokusai Mura (Shonan International Village).
schedule
1020…tour farm and bamboo grove with Ito-san; begin harvesting vegetables and preparing bamboo
1130…prepare lunch
1230…lunch
1400…create your own “spring-inspired sauce”
miura peninsula
Is this a family-friendly event?
Yes! We encourage families to come out for a fun, insightful day at a local farm, get their hands dirty, and enjoy freshly harvested ingredients.
Is this a dog-friendly event?
Yes! Four-legged friends are welcome provided they are well-behaved and stay leashed. Please inquire about other pets.
I have dietary preferences and/or food sensitivities.
Let us know in detail when you’re registering. Our meal will involve a considerable amount of vegetables but not everything will be vegetarian or vegan. We’ll do our best to accommodate, but you should know that some dishes may incorporate fish or shellfish. All dishes will clearly detail ingredients in writing for those with sensitivities and/or dietary preferences.
What should I wear?
Come in clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend bringing a change of clothes (see “What should I bring?” below).
What should I bring?
・hand towels (one for ‘clean hands’; one for ‘dirty hands’)
・dish towel (for drying your eating utensils, plate, cup, etc.)
・personal eating utensils, including a plate and cup
・change of clothes
・light weight jacket (if it’s cold)
・rain wear (if it’s rainy or forecast)
・hydration, e.g. bottle of water
・gardening gloves
・sunscreen
・bug repellant
・plastic bags (for soiled and dirty items; bring a few)
This has nothing to do with sports? Why is Samurai Sports collaborating with Farm Canning?
There is admittedly few direct connections with sports. Partnering with Farm Canning was partly borne from the fact that we know many Tokyo-based triathletes train around the Miura Peninsula – but hardly know the area or the people who live in Hayama, Zushi, Yokosuka, etc. Despite its relative proximity to Tokyo, few are aware of the abundant natural resources that play a vital role in sustaining the local economy around the peninsula, such as daikon radish and maguro tuna. We believe this experience can play a role in narrowing that gap as a means of enhancing community relations and educating foreign nationals about local farming. To learn more reasons why we teamed with Farm Canning, ask Samurai Sports’ Faith on May 9 🙂
・The closest station is Kinugasa station on the JR Yokosuka Line. From Kinugasa station, you will need to take a taxi for about 10 minutes (est. cost ¥1,200)
・We will provide a specific address for the farm in an email once registration has closed
・There is limited parking and parking is 500 yen per vehicle and 1,000 yen per oversize vehicle (such as family vans); if you are driving, car-pooling is strongly encouraged
As of April 28, Farm to Table plans to proceed as is, primarily due to its location in Kanagawa Prefecture. We have reached the minimum number of participants and the event remains open to residents of Tokyo. Participants who no longer feel comfortable or can no longer attend the event must email us by 1900 on April 30 (Friday) to receive a refund, minus 5% to account for transaction fees.
In what situations will the event be cancelled?
・The event will be cancelled if a State of Emergency goes into effect for Kanagawa Prefecture. Currently, it is only in effect for Tokyo, Osaka, Hyogo and Kyoto.
・If a large number of participants cancel (i.e. 30% or more), the event will be cancelled. Remaining participants will receive a full refund.
・If inclement weather (i.e. heavy rain, thunderstorms, typhoon) is forecast, the event will be cancel or postponed and you will receive notification by 1200 on Saturday, May 8. Ideally, we would prefer to give notice on Sunday morning, but cannot because Farm Canning requires time to prepare dishes for Sunday’s lunch.
・The event will NOT cancel due to light rain – the farm has sheltered areas that can be utilized to continue the day.
Will I get a refund if the minimum number of registrants is not reached?
This experience requires a minimum of 15 registrants. If less than 15 register by May 1, the experience will be cancelled. All registrants will receive a full refund. [The minimum has been reached]
Will I get a refund if I have to cancel my entry?
If you cancel your entry, you may be eligible for a partial refund depending on when you cancel. Please view the refund schedule below for details:
100% of your total amount (less 5% for processing fees) will be refunded if you notify us of cancellation in writing via email no later than 1200 on April 30
50% of your total amount (less 5% for processing fees) will be refunded if you notify us of cancellation no later than 1200 on May 7
0% of your total amount will be refunded if you notify us of cancellation after 1200 on May 7, do not notify us of cancellation, and/or are a no show
Subject to an official state of emergency declaration for Kanagawa Prefecture, the experience may need to be cancelled less than two weeks before departure. In such instances, all participants will receive a full refund.
