The site was formerly the Namegata City Uzaki Elementary School before its closure and conversion into a farm theme park.
The park houses the Japan Sweet Potato Museum, which documents the history and cultivation techniques of the tuber in Japan.
The onsite bakery produces 'Namegata' brand sweet potato tarts that are a regional specialty.
The facility utilizes the existing structure of the old school classrooms for various exhibition and workshop spaces.
Lapoppo Namegata Farmers Village is an agricultural-themed park constructed on the site of a repurposed elementary school in Ibaraki Prefecture. The facility centers on sweet potato production, featuring an on-site factory, a museum dedicated to the history of the crop, and an open farm area. Visitors can participate in seasonal harvesting experiences and culinary workshops focused on baking sweet potato-based desserts. The park includes a restaurant and cafe that exclusively serve dishes highlighting the locally grown 'Namegata' sweet potatoes. An onsite bakery allows guests to observe the production of 'yaki-imo' (baked sweet potato) goods through glass windows. The grounds are designed to promote local agricultural education and farm-to-table dining experiences.
The repurposed school sign and the main entrance featuring large, decorative sweet potato statues.
Check the harvest calendar on their website before arrival to ensure your desired crop is ready for picking.
Wear comfortable outdoor shoes as the walking paths between the farm and the main building can be uneven.
Pre-book any cooking or baking workshops online to guarantee a spot, as they frequently fill up on weekends.
Avoid arriving without a reservation for workshops, as the facility is a popular destination for school trips and organized tours.
Generally closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; confirm the specific date via their official website, as schedules adjust during peak holiday periods.
Since this is a working agricultural site, visitors are expected to follow designated paths and refrain from touching crops outside of designated picking zones.
