01 · Weekday
Farms · makers · neighbours
Local life in Yugawara.
Yugawara isn't just hot springs. Meet the community farm growing food with local kids, the Sunday market, and the small businesses that make the town what it is.
Meet the town↓Joining in
Ways to take part.
Shop at the Sunday market, go to a festival, or get in touch with Yume Farm about helping out on a harvest day.
Local tips
Seeing the town as it is.
02 · Season
Seasonal visits
Plum blossom in February, azaleas in June, the beach in summer, mikan from October: each season brings people out for something different.The events page has what's on.03 · Local business
Support local businesses
Buy produce at the market, eat at family-run places, and book ryokan directly. The money stays in town.Small places sell out, so go early.04 · Return
Come back in another season.
A second visit shows you a different town: new crops, new festivals, another part of the valley.The events page is updated every day.Local news
Where to find out what's happening.
The town and its tourism association post news, events and notices here.
Taking part
Joining in, politely.
A few simple things that help.
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Start with what's open to everyone.
Festivals, markets, shops and parks welcome visitors. Farms and workshops are people's workplaces, so ask first.
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Ask before taking photos of people.
Being out on the street doesn't mean someone wants to be on your Instagram.
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Pay for people's time.
If a maker or farmer gives you their time, buy something, book a class or leave a donation.
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Sign up first.
Some activities need registration. If one's full, ask about the next date.
What's on
Plan your next visit.
See what's coming up, or explore a different part of town.