At the Butai-toge Farms direct sales corner, you'll find fresh, locally grown vegetables every morning, nurtured by the abundant nature and pure water of southern Hida
At Butai Toge Farms' direct sales corner, you'll find fresh, locally grown vegetables every morning, nurtured by the rich natural environment and pure water of southern Hida. It's very popular with those looking for unique ingredients and seasonal produce that you can't easily find in supermarkets, thanks to direct sales from the producers
■ Enjoy the taste of the season with fresh, morning-picked "highland vegetables"
Highland vegetables grown in the climate of southern Hida, which experiences large temperature fluctuations, are characterized by their concentrated flavor and sweetness. Tomatoes, spinach, radishes, corn, and other freshly harvested vegetables and fruits, lovingly cultivated by local farmers, are available at reasonable direct-from-the-farm prices
■ Buy it immediately if you find it! Rare "fresh wood ear mushrooms"
A hidden gem at the direct sales market is locally grown "fresh wood ear mushrooms." While dried wood ear mushrooms are common, these "fresh" mushrooms, with their thick, plump texture, are a rare delicacy only available at this direct-from-the-farm market. Simply boil them and eat them with ponzu sauce, or add them to stir-fries, and your everyday meals will become much more delicious
■ Traditional, handmade "raw konjac"
Furthermore, our traditionally made "raw konjac," which is prepared with time and care, is a popular souvenir that keeps customers coming back for more. Its firm texture and rich flavor set it apart from commercially available supermarket products, and you can clearly taste the difference when you enjoy it in oden, stews, or as konjac sashimi
■ Memories of your trip to Southern Hida
In addition to fresh vegetables and local specialties, we offer a wide selection of famous sweets, pickles, local sake, and seasonings from the Gero and Hida regions. Stop by during your drive and take home some delicious flavors unique to Southern Hida. The vegetables and specialties we stock change with the seasons, so you can enjoy discovering new seasonal flavors each time you visit