Fruits in Japan
Japan is known for many wonderful things, and one of them is fruit. Japanese fruits are sweet, beautiful, and sometimes very expensive! People care a lot about how fruits look and taste. That’s why you can find many fruit shops selling perfect apples, strawberries, and melons. Fruits are also a popular gift in Japan, especially during special times like summer and winter gift-giving seasons.
Famous Fruit Brands
Some fruits in Japan are so special they have their own brand names. For example, Shine Muscat grapes are big, green, and super sweet. You can eat the skin, and they don’t have seeds. Another famous fruit is the Yubari Melon from Hokkaido. It is very juicy and has a rich, sweet flavor. Sometimes, just one Yubari melon can cost over 100 dollars! There are also special apples like Aomori Ringo, known for their bright red color and crispy bite.
Fruits in Japanese Sweets
Fruits are also used in many popular Japanese sweets. Ichigo Daifuku is a famous one—it’s a soft rice cake with sweet red bean paste and a whole strawberry inside. It’s very cute and yummy. Another fruit treat is Fruit Parfait, a tall glass filled with layers of fruits, jelly, ice cream, and whipped cream. You can often see these in cafes and dessert shops. Fruit sandwiches are also popular, with soft white bread, fresh fruits, and sweet cream. They are perfect for a light snack or picnic.
Fruit-Picking Fun
In Japan, people enjoy going to fruit farms to pick their own fruit. This is called fruit-picking and is a popular family activity. You can pick strawberries in the spring, grapes in summer, and apples in autumn. It’s fun, tasty, and a great way to enjoy the outdoors.
Beautiful and Delicious
Japanese people believe that food should look as good as it tastes. That’s why fruits in Japan are often wrapped nicely and look like art. Even fruit gift boxes are decorated carefully. Some fruit stores even sell square watermelons or heart-shaped apples!
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For adults, enjoying fruit with Japanese sake is a special treat. Some fruit-flavored sakes, like KAMIKOKORO – PEACH, are sweet and easy to drink. Sake with a beautiful fruitiness from selected Japanese ripe peaches, SHIMIZU HAKUTO. From Okayama prefecture, a famous peach producing area. It opens with a fragrant, natural peach bouquet and a sweet, flavorful peach taste with a touch of earthiness on the palate. Balanced with bamboo leaf, herb & plum flavour. This peach sake is smooth, fruit-forward and accessible.
Japanese fruits are more than just food—they are a part of the country’s culture and beauty. Here in Vancouver, you can find Japanese fruits—why not try some of the luxurious ones?
Seasonal Fruits – Fukuya Foods
Whether it’s a simple apple or a special melon, every bite is full of care and sweetness. If you visit Japan, be sure to try their amazing fruits and fruity treats!
