Takada Plum

【Japan's finest elegance, the spirit contained in each fruit】 The 'Takada Plum' boasts the pinnacle of abundance.

In early summer in Aizumisato, the 'Takada Plum' sways branches laden with surprisingly large fruits that shine. Their size surpasses that of a golf ball, with some weighing up to a hundred grams each. This plum, known as 'the largest in Japan,' is not just a fruit but a 'gem of the earth' crystallizing the pride of Aizu's climate and its producers.

■ A history of four hundred years that astonished even the shogun

The roots of the Takada Plum trace back to the early Edo period.

• The flavor loved by the feudal lord: It is said that the second lord of the Aizu domain, Masayuki Hoshina, delighted in the rich harvests of this land and encouraged its cultivation. Since then, for four hundred years, this rare giant fruit has been nurtured by a strong vitality that endures the harsh winter and the scorching heat of the basin.
• Unique texture: Noteworthy is its thickness and the pleasantly crisp bite. The refreshing acidity concentrated within the large fruit creates a presence that makes it impossible to be satisfied with other plums once tasted.

■ The joy of handmade craftsmanship adds color to life

During the harvest season, a fragrant aroma of pickling plums wafts through the streets.

• The bliss of 'crispy plums': A local favorite, this sweet and sour pickled plum takes advantage of its thickness. As you bite into its translucent jade-colored flesh, you are filled with a refreshing joy as if the early summer breeze is blowing through your mouth.
• A gift that connects feelings: Its magnificent appearance and flavor have been treasured across generations as the best gift to deliver 'well-being' to loved ones.

An astonishing taste that cannot fit in your palm, crafted over four hundred years. Would you like to experience the 'largest plum in Japan' that symbolizes early summer in Aizumisato with all your senses?