Spring Stroll: Let’s Find and Taste Wild Greens

Events

Summary

For families

We’ll walk through the spring countryside, searching for and observing wild vegetables and wildflowers. This is an opportunity to turn your attention to the natural world you might otherwise overlook and feel the breath of spring. A local guide will teach you about the characteristics of edible wild vegetables and spring flowers, allowing you to experience the changing seasons while connecting with nature. We’ll also enjoy the fresh flavors of spring by frying the freshly picked wild vegetables into tempura right on the spot.
*Please note that the event may be canceled in case of severe weather. We appreciate your understanding.

■Dates:
May 2 (Sat), 3 (Sun), 4 (Mon, Holiday), 5 (Tue, Holiday), 10 (Sun), and 17 (Sun), 2026
*Cancelled in case of inclement weather
■Time:
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
■Meeting Time and Place:
10:30 AM at the Nohbutai Piloti
■Location:
“Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum Matsudai NOHBUTAI”
■Admission:
Adults: 1,000 yen; Elementary and Junior High School Students: 800 yen; Preschoolers: 500 yen
■Reservations:
Reservations required

*Reception for Monday, May 4 (holiday), Tuesday, May 5 (holiday), and Sunday, May 17 has closed as capacity has been reached. You may still register for other dates.

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▼Facility Information

“Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum Matsudai NOHBUTAI”
[Hours] 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last admission at 4:30 p.m.)
[Opening days] Open year-round (Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except national holidays)
[Admission] “Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum Matsudai NOHBUTAI” ticket: Adults 1,200 yen, Elementary and Junior High School students 600 yen; or Individual Ticket (shared with the Matsudai History Museum): Adults 600 yen, Elementary and Junior High School students 300 yen

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Summary

Date and time	Saturday, May 2, 2026; Sunday, May 3; Monday, May 4 (holiday); Tuesday, May 5 (holiday); Sunday, May 10; and Sunday, May 17. Each session runs from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. *Reception is now closed for Monday, May 4 (holiday), Tuesday, May 5 (holiday), and Sunday, May 17, as capacity has been reached.
Venue	“Matsudai NOHBUTAI Field Museum Matsudai NOHBUTAI” (3743-1 Matsudai, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture 942-1526)
Admission	Adults: 1,000 yen; Elementary and junior high school students: 800 yen; Preschoolers: 500 yen

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