Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido (Inashiki City, Ibaraki Prefecture) is hosting the "Forest Gourmet Picnic 2026" on July 11 (Saturday) and 12 (Sunday), 2026. The two-day event brings 22 food truck vendors to the park's Komorebi Area, offering outdoor dining under the trees with the theme of "a picnic in nature."
Up to 50% Off Admission During the Event
Special admission prices are available throughout the event period, making it easier for families to visit:
- Adults (junior high school and above): ¥1,000 (regular ¥1,500)
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school): ¥400 (regular ¥800)
- Dogs: ¥600 per dog
- Parking: ¥500 per vehicle
A family of two adults and two children would pay ¥2,800, compared to the usual ¥4,600 — a saving of ¥1,800.
22 Food Trucks — Something for Everyone
The two-day event will feature a total of 22 food trucks serving a wide range of cuisines. Savory options include burgers, pizza, loco moco, omurice, and ramen, while sweet choices range from crepes and pancakes to churros and candy apples.
Featured vendors include HIRO, known for premium burgers made with 100% beef patties; しろのはち。(Shiro no Hachi), a crepe shop recognized as No. 1 among Kanto food truck rankings; and CROOMY, a soufflé pancake specialty shop. The lineup covers enough variety for grandparents, parents, and children to each find something they enjoy and share a meal together at the same spot. The park also has a dog run, so visitors can bring their pets along for the day.
More Than Just Food: Activities at Ibaraido
After eating, the park has plenty to keep the whole family busy. Attractions include go-karts and the "Big Playland," along with summer-only water activities such as the じゃぶじゃぶ池 (Jyabu Jyabu Pond) and "Bubble Bazooka."
Visitors are also welcome to spread out picnic sheets or set up pop-up tents anywhere on the grounds to relax at their own pace.
On-Site Dining at Ibaraido
Beyond the food trucks, the park's own restaurants are open throughout the event. The buffet restaurant "Shoe" (シュー) offers a 60-minute all-you-can-eat experience featuring seasonal menus made with vegetables grown within the park. "Marché Hall" serves house-made soft serve ice cream and has play equipment for younger children.
Event Details
Event name: Forest Gourmet Picnic 2026 in Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido
Dates: July 11 (Saturday) and 12 (Sunday), 2026
Venue: Komorebi Area, Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido
Number of vendors: 22 food trucks
Event-period admission:
- Adults (junior high school and above): ¥1,000 (regular ¥1,500)
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school): ¥400 (regular ¥800)
- Dogs: ¥600 per dog
- Parking: ¥500 per vehicle
About Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido
Located about 90 minutes from Tokyo by car, Komorebi Mori no Ibaraido is an experience-based nature park in Inashiki City, a region known for producing Edosaki pumpkins. The park includes athletic courses, the Big Playland, and a 7,000 m² dog run.
Address: 2060-1 Kamikimiyama, Inashiki City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Regular hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)
Regular admission:
- Junior high school and above: ¥1,500
- Ages 4 and above: ¥800
- Dogs: ¥600 per dog
- Parking: ¥500 per vehicle
Closed: Tuesdays (may vary by season)
Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from Ami-Higashi IC on the Ken-O Expressway; free shuttle bus available from Ushiku Station (JR Joban Line)
Website: https://www.ibaraido.co.jp/
