Aomori Prefecture, Japan's number one apple kingdom!

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February 18, 2022

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Apples are something we see casually in stores and eat at the dinner table. We may eat apples without thinking about it, but that may be a waste of time and money! Did you know that there are actually many varieties of apples, each with its own unique taste, size, and shape? In this article, we will take a closer look at the apples that Aomori is proud of.

Fuji, a variety loved all over the world

Fuji, which is most commonly found in supermarkets, is the most widely produced type of apple since it was approved as a variety in 1962. Some say that the name "Fuji" comes from the town of Fujisaki, where it is grown, and also from the actress Fujiko Yamamoto, who is the most famous Fuji in Japan. The texture of the Fuji apple is crisp and pleasant, and it has a high honey content and high juice content, making it the perfect apple variety. The Fuji is also the parent of such popular varieties as the Shinano Sweets, Gunma Meigetsu, and Toki (Japanese crested ibis).

Aomori's representative yellow sweet apple, Toki (Japanese crested ibis)

Yellow apples are often associated with a sour image, but the image changes drastically when you eat Toki. Toki is a blend of Ohorin and Fuji, both highly regarded for their sweetness, and can be called the thoroughbred of the apple world. It is very popular for its high sweetness, juicy texture, and abundant juice with a low acidity and high sugar content. The ibis is yellow, but the skin has a lovely pinkish coloring, so please take a look at it when you pick it up. The name "Toki" comes from its breeder, Mr. Denshiro Toki, who was passionate about the apple industry and spent 16 years developing the Toki.

The second largest production after Fuji Tsugaru

Tsugaru is made from a combination of Golden Delicious and Benidama. While its pollen parent, Benidama, has a strong acidity, Tsugaru is less acidic and has a good balance between fresh sweetness and high juice and juiciness, making it the most popular early apple that can be harvested in August, and second only to Fuji in Japan's overall harvest volume. The origin of the name "Tsugaru" is simple: it was created in Aomori Prefecture. That is why it is a product that shows the confidence and attachment of the farmers in the Tsugaru region.

Ohorin, the representative of green apple

The origin of the O-Rin variety is named after the "king among apples. One of the characteristics of O-Rin is the sweet, fluffy aroma that wafts from the freshly picked fruit. Despite its acidic appearance, it has a strong sweetness and almost no sourness, making it highly recommended for those who like sweetness and those who do not like sourness.

Ohorin, the representative of green apple Ohorin is the apple that colors the land of Aomori.

Fruits start to appear around September.

Iwakisan with lingering snow and apple blossoms.

Aomori Prefecture is one of the largest apple producing areas in Japan. As such, there are many opportunities to see apple fields. Fujisaki Town and Itayanagi Town, which are known as Fuji production areas, are also known for their beautiful scenery of apple trees and apple flowers blooming against the backdrop of Mt. When you visit Aomori, why don't you find your favorite apple from our wide selection of apples and enjoy the beautiful scenery of apple blossoms and apple fruits as if you are refreshed?

Aomori products information site "Aomori no Uimono Tachi" (Aomori's Delicious Foods)

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