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SATOYAMER Farm Project: 2026 Annual Membership Now Open

Since its inception in 2008, i-create Co. Ltd. has focused on supporting sustainable projects, and now they are expanding their innovative program, the SATOYAMER Farm Project, located in the Yatsugatake area of Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The 2026 annual membership is now open for enrollment, allowing individuals to immerse themselves in experiential learning about nature's cycles.

About the SATOYAMER Farm Project

The SATOYAMER Farm Project is a year-round practical program set against the breathtaking backdrop of Yatsugatake’s natural environment. This program emphasizes regenerative farming techniques, utilizing methods from experts like Takakazu Takeuchi’s natural farming style, the Kinchan farming method, and cooperative agriculture through Shinekokulture. Participants will get hands-on experience in creating soil, growing vegetables, harvesting, and understanding the full cycle of food production.

Rather than being a fleeting event, this program advocates for continuous involvement over the whole year, which enhances the physical understanding of sustainability over mere theoretical knowledge.

In 2026, participants will be guided by Takayuki Yamashita, who has been integral to the project since its start. After honing his skills through agriculture studies, Yamashita has established a passionate connection to sustainable farming and is dedicated to sharing his knowledge with others.

Meet the Navigator - Takayuki Yamashita

Takayuki Yamashita, the head of SATOYAMER Farm, graduated from Waseda University and amassed extensive experience in IT and product development, including roles as a salesperson, planner, engineer, manager, and CTO. Currently, he focuses on cultivating a farm that integrates elements of Satoyama and regenerative practices in Yatsugatake.

He has educated over 1,000 individuals about the importance of connecting with soil and experimenting with cultivation approaches that respect natural cycles and sustainability. His multifaceted exploration of technology, business, and farming aims to redefine future lifestyles.

The Vision Behind the Project

The pressing environmental issues facing our planet call for collective awareness and behavioral changes from everyone. Unfortunately, opportunities to not just