Positioned as a high class Japanese confection the Hoshigaki, or also called Japanese Dried Persimmons, have a delicate sweet taste and smooth texture that spreads in the mouth like no other dried fruit.
On top of that, dried persimmon is a healthy food full of valuable nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B-complex, minerals, polyphenols and dietary fiber, among other nutrients.
These Japanese persimmons are award winning and toku shu, the most superior kaki in terms of quality and size (more than 30g each). It is said that bigger persimmons taste better than smaller ones.
100% natural and healthy snack that helps curb your hunger between meals.
Ichidagaki is a Japanese Geographical Indication for only superior quality Japanese dried persimmons.
The Ichidagaki is sweeter than other varieties of persimmon. It has a light brown color and a soft, chewy flesh. In addition to the qualities of Ichida persimmon, proper drying and kneading techniques are also important to make these premium Japanese dried persimmons.
Ichida persimmons are cultivated only in the south area of Nagano Prefecture, a region where the cultivation of kakis has continued for more than 500 years.
- Note: Packaging design may change without notice.
- Seasonal product only sold from December until beginning of March.
- The white powdered glaze comes from the natural fruit glucose that crystallizes on the surface.
- Each persimmon is carefully selected and weighs more than the average kaki.
- Net weight: 700g / 1.54 lb
- Producer: Minami Shinshu Furusato Noen
- Made in Nagano, Japan