About Satokura Farm
From Italian Cuisine in Tokyo to Farming in Fujino
While working as an owner chef at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo, I was captivated by the natural beauty of Fujino, a town not far from the city. I started commuting to Fujino to cultivate a vegetable garden. One of the signature dishes at my restaurant is a "vegetable platter," and the freshness of the vegetables, especially those that are boiled, is crucial. For example, corn loses 50% of its sweetness within 78 hours of being harvested. I became increasingly concerned about how to reduce the time and distance between the field and the customer's plate. Driven by this passion for vegetables, I finally moved to Fujino in 2018. I apprenticed under a professional farmer and started my own farm in 2024.
What Makes Us Special
A farm run by a former Italian chef
I ran an Italian restaurant as an owner chef for 12 years. The restaurant's signature dish was a 'vegetable platter.' Through my experience and knowledge, along with the farm, I hope to work with everyone to explore various aspects of food.
Satoyama landscape
Located in the Shinohara district, Satokura Farm is situated in a diverse environment encompassing satoyama forests, farmland, and wetlands. This area is home to a rich variety of species characteristic of satoyama landscapes, including owls. Recognizing its importance for biodiversity conservation, the area has been designated by Kanagawa Prefecture and Sagamihara City.
Despite being easily accessible from central Tokyo, Satokura Farm boasts a spacious 1.2 acre field while preserving the scenic beauty of the satoyama. This unique combination of factors makes it a truly exceptional location.
Collaboration with the community
We will contribute to the healthy development of the region by collaborating with the "NPO Shinohara no Sato," which was established to revitalize the Shinohara area.
We also offer programs such as corporate training for team building and remote work, so please feel free to contact us.
