Yamadai Farm

In the Meiji era, in Akanuma where rice growing was difficult due to repeated Chikuma River flooding — apple cultivation spread as a crop strong against water. Within that flow, the predecessor opened fields — Yamadai Farm's history begins. Since then, while the family works together — accumulating over a century of time with apple trees.

When third-generation orchard owner Mr. Yoshitaka Nishizawa fully concentrated on agriculture — registering the trademark "Shinshu Apple Birthplace." Embedding in the name the pride as a representative Shinshu apple production region, and the responsibility to continue delivering safe and delicious apples to customers.

Currently still based on organic fertilizer and low pesticides — sharing work among the family for soil-making, pruning, and harvest. As an apple orchard enjoyable for flower viewing in spring and harvest experiences in autumn — continuing orchard-making open to tourists and local people.

At the temporary store set up in the parking lot of 7-Eleven Apple Line — during harvest season — apple picking and direct sales of freshly picked apples are conducted. While not a large facility — while enjoying conversation with the orchard owner — apples chosen by your own eyes can be tasted on the spot — a rustic and warm space.

An apple orchard continuing 100 years in Akanuma — the birthplace of Shinshu apples

Rooted in Akanuma, Nagano City — known as the birthplace of Shinshu apples — Yamadai Farm has continued apple making for about 100 years. With fields sandwiched between mountains and the Chikuma River — from white flowers in spring to autumn foliage — the apple orchard scenery changing expressions by season is also one of the appeals.

Cultivation with organic fertilizer and low pesticides — wanting to feed grandchildren with peace of mind

From the thought "we want to feed our grandchildren with peace of mind" — engaging in cultivation centered on organic fertilizer and suppressing pesticide use as much as possible. Because prioritizing safety and flavor over appearance — even if the apple shape is slightly uneven, cherishing the aroma and sweetness at the moment of biting.

About 10 varieties enjoyable seasonally — from Natsu-akari to Sun Fuji

From summer varieties like Natsu-akari and Shinano Lip — to Akibae, Shinano Sweet, and winter Sun Fuji — cultivating about 10 varieties carefully selected by the orchard owner in small-quantity, multi-variety style. By rotating varieties along the harvest calendar — shipping so flavors can be enjoyed period by period.

Freshness protected by rice husks, and handmade juice & jam gifts

In shipping boxes, plenty of rice husks are laid out — gently protecting apples from temperature changes, drying, and transport impact. In the in-orchard processing facility, 100% apple juice and additive-free jam are handmade — delivered nationwide as gift sets that leverage the apple's original aroma and sweetness.