In this tour program, you get to ride three different tractors on a field of snow while simulating tasks performed by Hokkaido farmers during the winter. You can experience and compare the distinct operational feel and speed of each tractor. After the tractor rides, you can also enjoy teatime with some ohagi rice cakes. It’s a unique and exhilarating experience that lets you enjoy winter and agriculture in one program.

The tour takes place in Toyokoro Town in the southeastern part of Tokachi. It is guided by TOYOKORO Z, a 6-member group comprised of young farmers and regional revitalization officers. They often dress up in colorful farming overalls reminiscent of the “Super Sentai” heroes popular in Japan.

The three tractors you get to ride are made by three different manufacturers: Yanmar, John Deere, and Fendt. The tractor rides on the snow field let you experience winter farming tasks called “yuki-fumi” (snow compaction) and “yuki-wari” (snow removal), which prepares the farm fields for cultivation in spring. You can even try driving the tractor at the top speed of 50 kilometers per hour!

After the fun tractor rides, you can enjoy a relaxing teatime with some tea and ohagi rice cakes made with sweet red bean paste from local adzuki beans.

Note: All images are for illustration purposes only. Your actual experience may vary.

Schedule

10:00	Meetup at JR Tofutsu Station
10:10	Orientation, tractor introduction
10:30	Snow field tractor rides
11:30	Tea time with ohagi rice cakes
12:00	Tour finish