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Melon Festival to be held in Ibaraki, Japan's Top Melon Producer, at Namegata Farmers Village

Q: メロンフェスティバルの開催期間と場所は？

2026年6月6日（土）から6月21日（日）まで、茨城県行方市の「らぽっぽ なめがたファーマーズヴィレッジ」で開催されます。

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Published May 31, 2026 9:31 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:48 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Shirohato Food Industry Co., Ltd.
will host the 'Melon Festival' at Namegata Farmers Village in Ibaraki from June 6 to 21, 2026.
The event features tastings of five Japanese melon varieties and exclusive items like whole melon soda.

Shirohato Food Industry Co., Ltd. will host the 'Melon Festival' at Namegata Farmers Village in Ibaraki from June 6 to 21, 2026. The event features tastings of five Japanese melon varieties and exclusive items like whole melon soda.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000034424.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: May 31, 2026

Shirohato Food Industry Co., Ltd. (HQ: Moriguchi, Osaka; CEO: Shunichi Nagao) is pleased to announce the 'Melon Festival' at Namegata Farmers Village in Namegata City, Ibaraki Prefecture. This limited-time event will run from Saturday, June 6, to Sunday, June 21, 2026, celebrating the peak season of domestic melons.

As Ibaraki Prefecture boasts the largest melon production volume in Japan, the festival offers a variety of melon-themed content. Highlights include a comparison of five domestic melon varieties, exclusive sweets using whole melons, newly developed original melon bread, and crepe-making workshops for families.

### Five Festival Highlights

- **Comparison of 5 Domestic Melon Varieties**: Taste and compare five varieties from across Japan, including local Ibaraki melons. Enjoy the distinct aromas and textures of green and red-fleshed varieties. - **Whole Melon Soda**: A luxurious dessert using an entire red-fleshed melon. Available only on weekends and holidays in limited quantities. - **Original Melon Bread**: A new texture featuring dough mixed with sweet potato paste and filled with rich melon cream. - **Melon Crepe Workshop**: A hands-on experience where participants can create their own crepes topped with seasonal melons (Advanced reservation required). - **Fresh Melon Waffle Sandwich**: Available at the 'Oimo CAFE,' combining the flavors of sweet potato and fresh melon.

### Tasting Corner Details - **Hours**: Weekdays 11:00–14:00 (L.O. 13:30); Weekends/Holidays 11:00–16:00. - **Locations**: Weekdays at 'Il Ristorante Farm to the Table'; Weekends/Holidays at the special outdoor tent.

### Exclusive Sweets & Gourmet In addition to the whole melon soda, the festival will offer melon shaved ice, melon tarts, and other unique treats. The original melon bread is a standout item, showcasing the company's expertise as a sweet potato specialist by blending potato and melon flavors.

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FAQ

メロンフェスティバルの開催期間と場所は？

2026年6月6日（土）から6月21日（日）まで、茨城県行方市の「らぽっぽなめがたファーマーズヴィレッジ」で開催されます。

どのようなメロンを味わえますか？

茨城県産を含む全国から取り寄せた5品種の国産メロン（青肉・赤肉）の食べ比べができるほか、赤肉メロンを丸ごと1玉使ったソーダなどが提供されます。

限定メニューの「オリジナルメロンパン」の特徴は？

さつまいも専門店ならではの工夫として、生地にさつまいもペーストを練り込み、中にメロンクリームを包んだ「もちサク食感」が特徴です。

子供向けのコンテンツはありますか？

旬の国産メロンをトッピングできる「メロンクレープづくり教室」が開催されます。こちらは事前予約制の体験型イベントです。

メロン食べ比べコーナーの営業時間は？

平日は11:00～14:00（L.O.13:30）、土日祝日は11:00～16:00に提供されます。

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