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Limited Edition Yamagata Cherries

JA Town is excited to announce the limited sale of award-winning Yamagata cherries on their online platform, featuring the exceptional varieties 'Satou Nishiki' and 'Beni Shuuho'. This special offer runs until June 17, so don’t miss the chance to taste these prized fruits.

These cherries have been recognized for their quality at the Yamagata Prefectural Cherry Competition. The selection process involved a meticulous evaluation based on nine criteria, including color, ripeness, sugar content, and packaging. Winning prestigious accolades such as the Tohoku Agricultural Bureau Director’s Award and the Yamagata Governor’s Award, these cherries exemplify excellence in production.

Why Yamagata Cherries?

Yamagata Prefecture is renowned for being Japan's leading producer of cherries, making it a significant region for cherry farming. The unique climate, fertile soil, and dedicated cherry growers contribute to the rich flavor and premium quality of the cherries. The 'Satou Nishiki' is especially famous for its rich sweetness and ideal firmness, while 'Beni Shuuho' boasts a slightly tangy taste that pairs beautifully with its natural sweetness.

Customers can choose from several packaging options:

• - 'Satou Nishiki' (1 kg), awarded the Tohoku Agricultural Bureau Director's Award, is available in bulk packaging.
• - 'Beni Shuuho' (500g), recognized with the Yamagata Governor's Award, is offered in a beautifully designed gift box.
• - 'Satou Nishiki' also comes in a convenient two-pack of 500g each, ideal for sharing.

Here’s what you can find at the 'Little Yamagata Marche' of JA Town:

• - Satou Nishiki 1 kg - Tohoku Agricultural Bureau Director's Award
• - Satou Nishiki 1 kg - Awarded Product
• - Satou Nishiki 500g x 2 packs
• - Beni Shuuho 500g in Gift Box
• - Beni Shuuho 500g in Gift Box - Awarded Product
• - Beni Shuuho 500g x 2 packs - Governor's Award
• - Beni Shuuho 500g x 2 packs - Awarded Product

About the Yamagata Cherry Competition

The Yamagata Cherry Competition is organized annually by the JA Yamagata and the Yamagata JA Horticultural Promotion Council. The purpose of the competition is to advance cultivation techniques for maintaining high quality and stability in cherry production while promoting the consumption of Yamagata’s cherries.

About JA Town

JA Town, a direct-to-consumer online shopping site operated by the National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations (JA Zen-Nou), aims to enrich lives through food. With the slogan "Let’s Live Deliciously in Japan," the platform connects customers to seasonal agricultural products and specialty items from various production areas, delivered straight to their homes. The mascot of JA Town is "Jae-ta."

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