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Discovering Japanese Kiwi: A Journey Through Seasonal Fruits of Japan
Hello, my name is Makana (茉日菜). I work as a fruit blogger, sharing the charm of Japanese fruits with people around the world. As a child, I was extremely frail and had a poor appetite. However, my life changed dramatically when I encountered organic products after starting my career. Through my experience at a natural…
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The Buzz About Japan’s Tropical Fruit: A Mango Guide
Hello everyone! This is Makana, your fruit blogger. Have you noticed the recent buzz on social media and TV? It’s all about mangoes grown in Japan’s southern regions: Okinawa, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima. Particularly, Miyazaki’s “Taiyo no Tamago” (Egg of the Sun) has been making headlines and attracting significant attention. Interestingly, Japanese mangoes originated from varieties…
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The Akebia: A Symbol of Japanese Autumn – Tradition, Modernity, and Global Spread
Hello everyone! I’m Makana.As a fruit blogger dedicated to sharing the allure of Japanese fruits with the world, I have a personal connection to natural foods. Having overcome childhood frailty through discovering natural foods, I now work to convey the wonders of traditional ingredients. Exploring Japan’s fruits with my cooking-enthusiast husband brings me immense joy.Today,…
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Japanese Peaches: A Taste of Summer Sweetness – Why Japanese Peaches Captivate the World
Hello everyone! This is Makana.Today I’m excited to share someAs summer approaches, the season of peaches, often called the queen of Japanese fruits, arrives. Japanese peaches, surprisingly large, fragrant, and incredibly sweet, have captivated fruit enthusiasts worldwide. The Allure of Japanese Peaches Japanese peaches stand out globally due to their exceptional quality. Each peach is…
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The Fascinating World of Japanese Pears: From Varieties to Characteristics
Hello everyone, I’m Makana, a fruit blogger, and today I’d like to introduce you to the world of Japanese pears. As a child, I was frail and had a poor appetite. However, after becoming an adult, my encounter with organic foods opened my eyes to the wonders of food. Particularly, my discovery of fruits significantly…
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The Magic of Pomegranates: A Symbol of Prosperity in Our Everyday Lives
Hello, I’m Makana! Today, I’d like to share a story about a fascinating fruit that’s part of my daily life – the pomegranate tree in my elderly neighbor’s garden. While its brownish exterior might appear somewhat intimidating, inside lies a treasure trove of ruby-red seeds. I was once a frail child with a poor appetite,…
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The Unique Story of Japanese Sweet Persimmons
Hello everyone, I’m Makana. As autumn deepens each year, I eagerly anticipate persimmon season. What started as a hobby of making dried persimmons (hoshigaki) has now become one of my cherished autumn traditions. Getting persimmons at special prices from friends and local grocers, then carefully tying their stems and hanging them under the eaves –…
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Fascinating Facts About Japanese Quince! A Versatile Fruit Rich in Fragrance and Health Benefits
Hello everyone! This is Makana.Today I’m excited to share some fascinating facts about Japanese quince (karin)! Known for its aromatic fragrance and firm fruit, the Japanese quince is not only beautiful to look at but is also appreciated as an ornamental plant. I was quite frail as a child, and my mother often used traditional…