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A large amount of the yuzu citrus fruit is grown in the Kito District of Naka Town where cultivation began 50 years ago. This area boasts the largest production volume in Tokushima Prefecture, and is the top producer in terms of both quantity and quality of shipments. Yuzu used to take 18 years to bear fruit, but thanks to the efforts of the local Kito Fruit Tree Research Association, the trees began to bear fruit in three to five years. Most of the yuzu cultivated in Japan today come from seedlings in this area.
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Suitable Climate for Yuzu Cultivation
Naka Town is surrounded by mountains over 1,000 meters high, and over 90% of the land is forested. The cool climate, large temperature differences between day and night, and the abundant summer rainfall makes it an ideal environment for growing yuzu. This climate gives yuzu its bright colors and rich aroma.
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Harvest Period
Kito Yuzu are harvested from the end of October to early December, but since the balance of flavors and acidity changes during the harvesting period, yuzu farmers taste the yuzu to enjoy the changes.
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Registration of Geographical Indications (GI)
"Geographical Indications (GI)" protect unique regional products as regional brands, and "Kito Yuzu" is the first product in Tokushima Prefecture to be registered as a GI. We are differentiating our yuzu products from those of other regions and promoting exports to the EU, which places great importance on "Geographical Indications (GI)".
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Make Kito Yuzu a World Brand!
In 2014, we began exporting yuzu to the EU and held a tasting event for French chefs and pastry chefs to promote the appeal of Kito Yuzu to the world.
Nutrient-rich Ingredients
The rind, which is high in vitamins, can be consumed as yuzu tea or a condiment, and the juice can be made into sushi vinegar or dressing. The seeds can be used in skin lotions. Look for a variety of yuzu products at stores and roadside stations in Tokushima Prefecture!
Kito Yuzu Ichiban Shibori
100% yuzu juice! Hand-pressed within 24 hours of harvesting, this 100% fruit juice has no additives, allowing you to taste the original sourness and aroma. You can find it at the local "Mirai Convenience Store" café.
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