Tips for enjoying all-you-can-eat
All-you-can-eat
strawberry picking in Tokyo
Even with a time limit, you can enjoy all-you-can-eat without rushing if you have a rough plan for how to make your way around. Here we share how to spend your 30 minutes, what to bring, and what all-you-can-eat is like at Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm.
Tips for the best flavor
Savor ripe berries
rather than counting them
With all-you-can-eat, it's tempting to eat lots to get your money's worth. But rather than racing to eat the most, we recommend choosing red, ripe berries and taking your time to savor them. For example, going around in this order fits neatly into 30 minutes.
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0–5 min
Look for ripe berries
Instead of starting to eat right away, first walk around and find a spot with lots of ripe berries. Berries that are red all the way up to the green top are fully ripe and sweet. Some are hiding under the leaves, too.
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5–15 min
Taste and compare them plain
Hold off on the condensed milk for now, and taste how each variety differs in sweetness, tartness and aroma. If you find a favorite variety here, you'll have even more to look forward to in the second half.
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15–25 min
Add condensed milk for a change of flavor
Once you've gotten used to the plain flavor, it's time for the condensed milk. The tartness of the strawberries and the sweetness of the condensed milk make for a different kind of delicious.
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25–30 min
Take photos
When you're starting to feel full, it's time for photos. Place a bright red strawberry on your palm and blur the background when you shoot, and the strawberry will really stand out.
What to wear and bring
What to wear
and bring
It's warm inside the greenhouse, and strawberry juice can get on your hands and clothes. Having the following things ready lets you focus on picking.
Wet wipes
If your hands get sticky, you can wipe them clean faster than with a handkerchief.
Clothes that don't show stains
Strawberry juice is hard to wash out once it gets on white clothes. Wearing layers lets you take off your jacket inside and stay comfortable.
Drinks
You'll get thirstier than you might expect. A drink is also nice for refreshing your palate after the sweet strawberries.
Comfortable shoes
You'll be walking around the greenhouse, so sneakers or other comfortable shoes are better than heels.
Hair tie
If you have long hair, tying it back keeps it out of the way when you're picking strawberries.
Small bag
A small bag for just your phone and a handkerchief keeps both hands free, making picking easier.
Comparison with other farms
How we compare
with other farms in Tokyo
Like many strawberry picking farms in Tokyo, Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm offers 30 minutes of all-you-can-eat and is reservation-only. Where farms differ is in things like access from the station, condensed milk, where you can leave your bags, and cafes. We looked into 19 farms in Tokyo where you can go strawberry picking and compared them with ours.
| Comparison point | Other farms in Tokyo | Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm |
|---|---|---|
| Access from the station | About one-third are within a 10-minute walk of a station, and some are reached by bus or car | 8-minute walk from Bubaigawara Station |
| Condensed milk | Varies by farm (free, paid, bring your own, etc.), and many don't mention refills | Free, with unlimited refills |
| Strollers | Some farms have aisles too narrow to bring a stroller in | Strollers can come right in |
| Bags | Many farms have a bag area or shelves, and few have lockers | Free lockers |
| Cafe | There may be a farm stand, but few farms have a cafe | Cafe run by the farm |
Access from the station
- Other farms in Tokyo
- About one-third are within a 10-minute walk of a station, and some are reached by bus or car
- Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
- 8-minute walk from Bubaigawara Station
Condensed milk
- Other farms in Tokyo
- Varies by farm (free, paid, bring your own, etc.), and many don't mention refills
- Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
- Free, with unlimited refills
Strollers
- Other farms in Tokyo
- Some farms have aisles too narrow to bring a stroller in
- Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
- Strollers can come right in
Bags
- Other farms in Tokyo
- Many farms have a bag area or shelves, and few have lockers
- Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
- Free lockers
Cafe
- Other farms in Tokyo
- There may be a farm stand, but few farms have a cafe
- Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
- Cafe run by the farm
*In October 2026, we looked into the official websites and booking sites of 19 farms in Tokyo where you can go strawberry picking, and summarized what we found (mostly information for the 2025–2026 season). Details may change.
At Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
Our varieties
to taste and compare
Sweetness, tartness and aroma differ from variety to variety. At our farm, we grow varieties like these.
Yumenoka
The main variety we grow at our farm. It's sweet with a gentle tartness and very juicy, and tastes great just as it is.
Kaorino
As its name suggests (kaori is Japanese for "fragrance"), this variety has a lovely aroma, mild tartness and a clean, refreshing sweetness.
Benihoppe
Its sweetness comes with a distinct tartness, giving it a rich flavor. It also goes well with condensed milk.
Yotsuboshi
With sweetness, tartness and flavor all in balance, this variety was named Yotsuboshi ("four stars") for being four-star delicious.
Varieties may change from year to year.
Cafe run by the farm
You can sit down and take a break at Tokyo Strawberry Cafe, which is run by the farm. Please check the cafe's page for its opening days and hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do you get for all-you-can-eat?
At Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm, strawberry picking is all-you-can-eat for 30 minutes.
Do prices change by season?
They vary depending on the time of year and the plan. Please check the booking page for the latest prices.
Is condensed milk included?
Yes. Condensed milk is free, with unlimited refills.
What varieties can I eat?
Our main variety is Yumenoka, sweet with a gentle tartness. We also grow several others, such as Kaorino, Benihoppe and Yotsuboshi (varieties may change from year to year). Comparing their flavors is part of the fun of strawberry picking.
Are there any tips for enjoying all-you-can-eat?
We recommend first looking for a spot with plenty of ripe berries, then tasting them plain to compare in the first half, and dipping them in condensed milk in the second half for a change of flavor.
When is it easier to get a booking?
Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm is open on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. If weekend slots are fully booked, try checking for openings on a Wednesday.
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Last updated: 2026-10-09