Grown under the abundant sunshine and sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea,Hinase Mandarin Oranges。
Once again this year, the “mandarin orange picking” season is upon us on the islands of Hinase-cho, Bizen City.
Every year,From mid-October to early DecemberEnjoy a fun mandarin orange picking experience in Hinase. Whether you drive around the island while gazing out at the ocean or take a leisurely ferry ride to the island, you can also savor the unique feel of a mini-getaway that only Hinase can offer.
Why not come visit Nissei with your family and friends this fall and early winter?
Two Ways to Enjoy the Island's Mandarin Orange Orchards
There are many ways to enjoy mandarin orange picking at Nissei.
🚢 Setouchi ★ Cruising Course
A mandarin orange picking experience unique to Nissei, where you take a boat to the island.
You can take a ferry to the island while enjoying the ocean views and spend a leisurely time picking mandarin oranges. The boat ride, with the sea breeze blowing through your hair, is another memorable part of the trip.
*The mandarin orange picking boat isAvailable only on Sundays and holidaysThese flights are in operation. Please contact us in advance regarding group bookings and other inquiries.
🚗 Sea Breeze★Driving Course
This is an itinerary for enjoying the island by driving your own car.
Enjoy the views of the Seto Inland Sea and the island atmosphere as you cross the Bizen♡Hisei Bridge and the Kabashima Bridge. Being able to enjoy both a drive and mandarin orange picking is one of the unique charms of Hisei.
Admission Fee for Mandarin Orange Picking
The rates revised in June 2026 are as follows.
| Category | Admission + All-You-Can-Eat + Goodie Bag Included | Admission + All-You-Can-Eat Only |
| Adults (middle school students and older) | 2,000 yen | 1,300 yen |
| Children (Elementary School Students) | 1,300 yen | 1,000 yen |
| Preschoolers (ages 3 and up) | 700 yen | 500 yen |
Group Discount for Groups of 20 or MoreThere are also some.
With the plan that includes a souvenir bag, you can enjoy the mandarins at the orchard and then savor Nissei’s mandarins at home as well.
Mikan Picking on the Islands of Nissei
Farms where you can enjoy picking mandarin oranges are,Kakui Island, Atogashima, and Kōshimais located there.
The farms featured in the flyer are,
Kagui-jima (island formed by drops of water falling from the heavenly jeweled spear)
Kawabe Farm / Shimobayashi Farm / Minami Farm / Nakaiso Farm [Mikan picking is suspended this year (due to poor growth)]
islets of Langerhans (pancreatic cells which produce insulin)
Imagawa Farm (Currently Closed)
Hungary
Yokoyama Farm
Since each farm has its own unique characteristics and operating conditions,We recommend contacting each farm before you go.
Mikan Picking on "Kōjima" by Boat
To get to Kōjima, take the train near JR Nissei StationAbout a 15-minute boat ride from the area around Gomi Market。
The round-trip fare for the mandarin orange picking boat is,
- Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,000 yen
- Children (elementary school students) 600 yen
- Preschoolers (ages 3 and up) 400 yen
...is the case.
Advance reservations may be required to use the ferry, so please check in advance along with the ferry schedule.
Why not enjoy some "island time" at Nissei this fall?
Crossing the bridge while gazing out at the blue sea, we headed to the island's mandarin orange groves.
Picking a mandarin orange straight from the tree with your own hands and savoring it right there—.
There's a slightly different kind of enjoyment to these than the mandarins you buy at the supermarket.
It’s perfect not only for outings with young children but also for fall outings with family and friends.
The Seto Inland Sea, its islands, and seasonal mandarins.
Please take your time and enjoy this special season at Nissei.
Contact Us
Bizen Tourism Association
Phone: 0869-72-1919
Nissei-cho Mikan Production Association
Please contact each farm directly.
About the Mandarin Orange Picking Boat
Daisei Steamship Co., Ltd.
Phone: 0869-72-0506
*Please note that business days, the growth status of the mandarin oranges, and ferry schedules are subject to change. Please check the latest information before you go.
