"Australia House" Rice Harvesting Experience 2026

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Summary

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On Wednesday, September 23 (a national holiday), we will hold a rice harvesting experience in the Urada district, where Australia House is located. We will be borrowing the rice paddy of Mr. Takeuchi, a local resident who manages Australia House, to celebrate the autumn harvest—a major event in rice farming. Why not join us and experience the golden harvest firsthand? We look forward to seeing you there.

Event Overview

Date and Time: September 23, 2026 (Wednesday, a national holiday), 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Location: Rice paddies in the Urada district of Tokamachi city

Capacity: 20 people

Fee: ¥1,000 (tax included)

Payment Method: Cash payment upon arrival

Application Deadline: Thursday, September 17. Please send your name, age, contact information, and address to the email address below.
australiahouse@tsumari-artfield.com
*The personal information you provide will be used solely for contacting you in emergencies such as disasters, and to ensure the smooth operation and safety of the event.

Schedule

10:30 a.m. Meet at Australia House (7577-1 Urada, Tokamachi city, Niigata Prefecture)
11:00 a.m. Head to the rice paddy and begin work
~12:30 p.m. End of activity
*Please note that the program schedule is subject to change due to weather, traffic conditions, or other circumstances.*Please bring work gloves, rubber boots, a towel, and a change of clothes, and wear appropriate clothing for working in the fields.

Summary

Date and time	Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (a national holiday), 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Venue	Meeting Point: Australia House (7577-1 Urada, Tokamachi city, Niigata Prefecture) Venue: Rice paddies in the Urada district of Tokamachi city
Admission	¥1,000 (tax included)
Note	Registration: australiahouse@tsumari-artfield.com Inquiries: “Echigo-Tsumari Art Field” General Information Center TEL: 025-761-7767 FAX: 025-761-7911

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【Guests Only】2026/5/30(Sat) －11/ 8 (Sun)

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