The King of Persimmons "Nara Fuyu Persimmon (2L-size/High Grade)", A Taste Honoured by Japan’s Prime Minister | Delivery: 20th~21th Nov

Nara Prefecture is Japan's No. 1 producer of Fuyu persimmons, a region renowned for its rich heritage and generations of fruit-growing expertise. The reputation of Nara's persimmons extends all the way to Japan's Prime Minister's Office. Since 2013, Nara's celebrated persimmons have been presented to the Prime Minister of Japan every year. In 2025, Fuyu persimmons were presented as part of this prestigious annual tradition. During our visit to Nishiyoshino, one of Nara's renowned persimmon-growing regions, we discovered the extraordinary craftsmanship behind this treasured autumn fruit. At the orchard we visited, growers carefully prune branches to give each fruit sufficient sunlight, manage water throughout the growing season, and thin young persimmons until typically just one fruit remains on each branch. Thinning a single tree can require around an hour of meticulous handwork. Harvesting is equally thoughtful. Rather than rushing to market, growers focus on the fruit's colour and maturity, allowing its natural sweetness to develop. Fuyu is a naturally sweet, non-astringent persimmon, celebrated for its deep, rich sweetness, abundant juiciness, and wonderfully firm, satisfying bite. As it ripens, the flesh gradually becomes softer and more tender. From the dedication of Nara's growers to a remarkable tradition of presentation to Japan's Prime Minister, Fuyu embodies the pride and craftsmanship of one of Japan's most celebrated fruit-growing regions. Serve & Store Serving: Enjoy while firm for a crisp, juicy bite, or allow it to soften slightly for a more tender texture. Wash and slice into wedges. The skin is edible and can be removed according to preference. Storage: Refrigerate to preserve freshness and firmness. Once cut, keep refrigerated and enjoy promptly.