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"Moo Moo Walk" Model Course You may think you know about the work of dairy farmers, but you may not actually know it. In addition to daily care of the cows, you can actually experience some of the work by listening to stories about health management, attending births, milking, and shipping. After th...

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Hokkaido Memuro Cycle Tourism

"Memuro Sanso" is an e-bike cycling tour with a local guide. A ride where you can experience the magnificent scenery of Hokkaido, such as the endless Tokachi Plain, rural landscapes, and the Hidaka Mountains, which have been certified as a national park, with all your senses is sure to be a memorable experience. In addition to tours where you can experience harvesting, dairy farming, horseback riding, and taste local food, there are also courses where you can see the hills and the sea, and tours are available throughout the Tokachi area, mainly in Memuro Town and Obihiro City. We are also happy to consult with you about custom-made tours based on your desired time and distance. [Operated by Tokachi Plus General Incorporated Association]

Required time

Approximately 3 hours

Transportation

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Location

Hokkaido Dairy Farming and Cycling

"Memuro Sanso" offers tours that not only include cycling, but also allow you to enjoy experiences unique to Memuro Town.

This time we will introduce the "Moo Moo Ranch". It is a mini dairy farming experience where you can get a glimpse of the work of dairy farmers, and if you are lucky you may even get to feed milk to calves.

Let's start from JR Memuro Station, the gateway to Memuro Town, and go around the course together!

Start your cycling trip from JR Memuro Station!

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We will meet at JR Memurocho Station, and the guide will give you a detailed lecture on how to ride the E-bike and the course. Since it is an electric bicycle, it is easy and safe even on slopes. It is also recommended for beginners.

One of the attractions of the Memuro Sanso is the company of guides who are passionate about the local area. Enjoy the spectacular views that only locals know about and the interesting conversations.
We head towards the ranch, stopping at several photo spots while taking in the magnificent scenery, including the Hidaka Mountains, which are also designated as a national park.

Mini dairy farming experience at a farm in Memuro Town

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The ranch we will be visiting today is Otomo Ranch in Memuro town.
A dairy farmer who is certified as a dairy education farm will guide you around the cowshed.
We learned that each farm has its own unique style and differences in the feed mixture, and we were given a lesson in the daily work routine.
If the calves are around, you may have the chance to feed them milk.
*Overalls and boots will be available to rent free of charge when visiting the cowshed.

Take a commemorative photo with the impressive tractor!

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The tractors used for dairy farming have huge tires and are very impressive!
Why not take a commemorative photo in front of a tire that is taller than you?
The work of dairy farmers actually goes beyond just caring for the cows; it also involves managing pasture and harvesting straw rolls after the wheat is cut, so tractors are often used.
You won't be able to drive it, but you may have the chance to test drive it and take some photos.

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At the end of the tour, you will also get the chance to sample some of the farm's homemade cheese.
The experience may be short, but the cheese you eat after experiencing dairy farming may taste different than usual.

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After completing the experience, you will cycle back to JR Memuro Station.
One of the fun things about the trip is taking a different route than the one you took on the way there and seeing different scenery.

What did you think of the "Moo Moo Walk"?

Other than this, we have also introduced tours with harvesting experiences that allow you to experience the "agriculture" of Hokkaido, and fat bike experiences that are only available in winter, in other articles. You are sure to find a tour that suits your tastes! Be sure to check them out!

Before you enjoy the Memuro Walk...

* The tour fee includes guide fee, bicycle rental, helmet fee, and insurance fee.

Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for cycling.

In the event of bad weather, the event may be canceled at short notice (decision made the day before).

* Applicants must be 15 years of age or older and 142cm or taller.

* The minimum number of participants is 2 people, and we can accept up to 10 people.

We also accept orders for custom-made tours according to your requests. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions such as "I want to see this view of Hokkaido!", "I want to try this experience at Memuro", or "I'm actually worried about this..."

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