Tsuchibuchi, Tsuchibuchi-cho, Tono, Iwate Prefecture
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Cost per person
Free
Kirin's Hop Farm in Tono, Iwate Prefecture, is a must-see for beer enthusiasts visiting the Kappa-buchi area. Tono is renowned as one of Japan's leading hop-producing regions, supplying Kirin Brewery for over half a century. The hop fields are located along the path to Kappa-buchi from Denshoen, easily identifiable by the Kirin Beer signage. While the hop harvest varies by season, visitors can often experience the aroma of hops and appreciate the scale of the cultivation. The best time to visit is during the summer months when the hops are in full bloom, offering a picturesque view of the vibrant green fields.