Starting Natural Farming in Tateshina, Nagano from June 2025!

From June 2025, we have started a natural farming plot in Tateshina, Nagano Prefecture.

Mr. Koji Kakizawa, with whom I connected a few years ago, practices the ultimate natural farming method.
This spring, we were fortunate to be able to borrow his field for our own farming activities.

Mr. Kakizawa has established a “Natural / Field Farming” method that makes full use of not only soil microbes but also airborne microorganisms, while requiring no pesticides or fertilizers.

Under the guidance of the respected Mr. Kakizawa, my friends and I have finally begun a life immersed in farming.

The first day started with weeding and learning to use the tractor…
it felt like a field trip! We enjoyed the soil, the breeze, and the time to learn.

From now on, we will sow seeds, plant seedlings, and also cultivate fruit trees such as blueberries and kiwis in a section of the field.

Eventually, we hope to provide city children with experiences of “touching the soil,” “growing plants,” and “harvesting,”
and that dream is already expanding.

To all those connected with us,
please warmly watch over Rinko’s challenge with the “Kakizawa-style Natural Farming.”

Thank you very much 🌱