A Taste of the Japanese Alps: Exploring Daio Wasabi Farm

Crystal-clear Alpine water, cascading down from the Japanese Alps, nourishes the wasabi plants.

Wasabi, also known as Japanese horseradish, is a pungent green paste commonly used in Japanese cuisine. Daio Wasabi Farm (大王わさび農場⭐), founded in 1915, cultivates high-quality wasabi. Visitors can sample it at the farm’s restaurant or cafe. The picturesque farm boasts clear water channels, traditional watermills, and lush green fields. Its location at the foot of the Japanese Alps ensures ideal conditions for wasabi growth.

Unveiling Natural Beauty at Daio Wasabi Farm

On a beautiful April day, I explored Daio Wasabi Farm, starting from Hokata Station and discovering the intriguing Hotaka Shrine along the way.

湧水飯釜大王庵 (Japanese Restaurant) Open daily from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Don't miss their recommended dish, "Hon Wasabi Rice『本わさび飯』," made with fresh, locally grown wasabi. 

Grate! Hold the wasabi root like a pencil and grate it in a circular motion against the grater. 

Atop the hill, cherry blossoms burst into bloom, while below, cultivated wasabi thrives under protective cover.

Alphorns, traditional instruments of the Swiss Alps and mountainous regions like Poland and Romania, are also played here.

Though machines play a role, growing wasabi in clean water remains a demanding task.

Towering against the sky, the Japanese Alps form a majestic backdrop.

Spring Discovery: Unveiling Natural Beauty at Daio Wasabi Farm (YouTube link)

From Alpine Snowmelt to Wasabi Fields (YouTube link)