Which fruits have the most harvest in Fukushima Prefecture, the fruit kingdom? [Fukushima Prefecture]

Yuto Ono
2025.04.16
Last updated: 2025.09.18

table of contents

1 Peaches: 27,700 tons (2nd place)
2 Summer haze: 500 kilograms (1st place)
3 Nectarines: 237 tons (2nd place)
4 Japanese pears (pears): 19,200 tons (4th place)
5 Apples: 23,700 tons (5th place)
6 The charm of Fukushima Prefecture, the kingdom of fruits, is its wide variety and deliciousness

Fukushima Prefecture is famous as the kingdom of fruits.
Although I have never lived in Fukushima Prefecture, I have several relatives who are from Fukushima Prefecture, and I have been greatly indebted to Fukushima fruits throughout my life.
I will introduce some of the fruits that are particularly abundant in Fukushima Prefecture

This article is based primarily on information from the following websites:

Fruit Navigator

Fukushima Prefecture Fruit Ranking | Fruit Statistics

https://www.kudamononavi.com/graph/pref/pr=7

We introduce the fruits that are mainly grown in Fukushima Prefecture in a ranking format

Fukushima's proud products | Fukushima Pride

https://fukushima-pride.com/products/

This is a communication site for Fukushima Prefecture that spreads information about agricultural products and local products that the people of Fukushima Prefecture have worked hard and proudly produced every day to people all over the country

Peaches: 27,700 tons (2nd place)

When you think of Fukushima Prefecture's fruit, many people probably think of peaches.
Even the website of Fukushima City, the prefectural capital, highlights peaches as one way to enjoy the city.

Fukushima City

Tourist Guide Colorful Fukushima

https://www.city.fukushima.fukushima.jp/irodori/index.html

In terms of peach harvest volume by prefecture in 2022, Yamanashi Prefecture leads with 35,700 tons.
Fukushima Prefecture comes in
accounting for 23.7% of the total.
Although it's not number one, it still commands a large share, which is impressive.
For me personally, the peaches sent to me by my relatives each summer are something I look forward to every year.

Although Fukushima Prefecture is in the Tohoku region, the northern part of the prefecture is located in a basin, so it gets hot in the summer.
The strong sunlight makes it ideal for growing peach trees, and they produce delicious, sweet peaches.

is the main variety of peach, accounting for about half of the production in Fukushima Prefecture , and also accounts for about half of the national market share, making it naturally the number one peach .
"Akatsuki" is not a main variety in Yamanashi Prefecture, which has the highest peach harvest, and Fukushima Prefecture has succeeded in growing large "Akatsuki" fruits , it is no exaggeration to say that "Akatsuki" is a variety of Fukushima peach.
It is harvested from late July to mid-August.

JA Fukushima Mirai Official Online Shop

What are the characteristics of Akatsuki peaches? Japan's best peach and Fukushima's representative variety | Fukushima Specialty Peaches

https://f-mirai.sanchoku-prime.com/blog/peach_akatsuki

[JA Official] As the heat intensifies in mid-July, fresh and refreshing peaches are in season...

A wide range of other varieties are also cultivated, including " Hatsuhime ," an original Fukushima variety that is harvested in early July, " Fukuakari ," an original variety, as well as " Madoka ," " Kawanakajima White Peach Yuzora which is harvested until mid-September. This means that peaches from Fukushima can be enjoyed for a long period of about two months.

At the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, the manager of the US softball team made headlines when he ate six peaches from Fukushima Prefecture

Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT

[Fukushima Prefecture] “The best peach of my life” What is the peach from Fukushima Prefecture that became a hot topic at the Olympics?

https://jp.neft.asia/archives/7033

Some may remember the Fukushima peaches served at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which were praised as "the best peaches I've ever had," creating a buzz. "I ate six Fukushima peaches. They were delicious," said the manager of the U.S. team, who played in the Olympic softball game in Fukushima Prefecture. Another incident that drew attention was when the Japan and Dominican Republic baseball teams received 30 kilograms of Akatsuki peaches, which quickly disappeared, prompting the team to provide another 30 kilograms. Are Fukushima peaches really that famous and delicious? According to the Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Statistics for the 2018 harvest, 104,400 tons of peaches are grown nationwide in Japan...

Please note that this article is merely an introduction to the fruit that is produced in Fukushima Prefecture.
For more information on how to eat and enjoy peaches, please see our other articles.

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[Fukushima Prefecture] Have an impressive “peaches” experience! Introducing recommended direct sales stores and varieties recommended by locals

https://jp.neft.asia/archives/32735

Peaches are a popular specialty of Fukushima Prefecture. They've been featured frequently in the media in recent years, becoming a nationally renowned brand fruit. With their unique texture, juicy flavor, melting sweetness, and smiles that will have you smiling, Fukushima peaches have captivated countless people, but where do locals get them? This article introduces the peach situation in Fukushima Prefecture and helpful shopping information. Be sure to experience an amazing peach experience in Fukushima this summer. What are the characteristics, season, and origin of Fukushima's specialty peaches? Just having them nearby will bring you a soft, sweet, and delightful aroma. Peach...

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[Fukushima Prefecture] A hot topic! 5 processed products made with Fukushima's local specialty peaches available at Roadside Station

https://jp.neft.asia/archives/23844

Fukushima is the fruit kingdom! Peaches, which are coming into season soon, are the second-largest producer in Japan, accounting for 20% of the nation's total production. While peaches are in season from late June to mid-September, we'll introduce five processed peach products available year-round. Some of these products even feature collaborations with foods you'd never imagine! These are recommended Fukushima souvenirs, so be sure to check them out. They're a real hit! Featured on TV, "Fukushima Prefecture Peach Potato Chips" are local potato chips made and sold in limited regions nationwide. Their unique flavors, unique to each region, make them a valuable souvenir...

The harvest of Natsuhaze in Fukushima Prefecture is 500 kilograms, with Fukushima having a 100% share.
Natsuhaze is a deciduous shrub of the Ericaceae family, Vaccinium genus, that has grown wild in the mountains throughout Japan since ancient times.
Until the early Showa period, the fruit was apparently eaten as a snack.

The fruits ripen from October to November and produce dark brown berries similar to blueberries, which
are processed into jams, juices, sauces, and fruit wines.

Research has shown that
among berries, it has an exceptionally high content of anthocyanins, which are said to be effective in relieving eye fatigue and purifying the blood Propagating Natsuhaze by cuttings was previously considered difficult, but a practical method for this has been developed in Fukushima Prefecture
(I believe this is why Fukushima Prefecture has a 100% share, even though it grows wild throughout the country).

It takes about 20 years for the trees to grow, so the fruit is precious and is sometimes called
phantom blueberry Although it is not well known, it can be considered one of Fukushima Prefecture's famous products.

Nectarines: 237 tons (2nd place)

Nagano Prefecture
leads
by Fukushima Prefecture with 237 tons accounting for 20.9% of the total.

Nectarines are a type of peach.
They are similar in shape and scent to peaches, but are characterized by the lack of downy fuzz on the surface.
They have a sweet and sour taste that is more tart than peaches.
They can be eaten as is or made into jam or jelly.
The shipping season is similar to that of peaches, from around July to September.

Japanese pears (pears): 19,200 tons (4th place)

Chiba Prefecture leads the way in Japanese pear (hereafter referred to as pear) harvest with 19,200 tons (reminding me of a certain local mascot character).
Following it are Ibaraki Prefecture with 17,800 tons, Tochigi Prefecture with 17,000 tons, and Fukushima Prefecture in fourth place with 15,200 tons .
In terms of market share, it's 7.74%.
Even Chiba Prefecture, which is in the lead, only has 9.77%, so it can be said that Fukushima Prefecture's share is quite large.
This is another fruit that I enjoy in the summer.

Kosui "
is harvested from late August and accounts for 40% of the cultivated area of pears in Fukushima Prefecture It is characterized by its strong sweetness and fresh, crunchy texture.

Hosui ,"
which is harvested from mid-September " Nijisseiki ," " Akizuki Niitaka which is harvested until late October, are also cultivated, so you can enjoy Fukushima pears for over two months.

Apples: 23,700 tons (5th place)

As you might expect, Aomori Prefecture is the overwhelming leader in apple harvest volume with 439,000 tons. Even
Nagano Prefecture, in second place, only produced 132,600 tons, followed by Iwate Prefecture with 47,900 tons and Yamagata Prefecture with 41,200 tons, and Fukushima Prefecture in fifth place with 23,700 tons .
While fifth place is not a low ranking, its share is only 3.22%.

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Aomori Prefecture's apple harvest is the highest in Japan at 370,000 tons per year! But how much is 370,000 tons?

https://jp.neft.asia/archives/38687

Even if you don't live in the Tohoku region, many people know that Aomori Prefecture's specialty is apples. The amount of apples harvested in Aomori Prefecture in 2023 was a whopping 374,400 tons. While you know that's a lot, it's hard to imagine how much that actually is. Here, we'll explain exactly how much 370,000 tons is and provide a brief introduction to Aomori Prefecture's apples. Aomori Prefecture boasts the largest apple harvest in Japan! The national apple harvest in 2023 was 603,800 tons. Of this, 374,400 tons was harvested in Aomori Prefecture, meaning that "62% of the nation's apples...".

However, in Fukushima Prefecture, the harvest season for Fuji apples, the main variety that accounts for 70% of the cultivated area, is from late autumn to early winter, and the climate is neither too warm nor too cold, making it ideal for fully ripening the apples.
In the past, Fuji apples from Fukushima Prefecture were so delicious that they were nicknamed
Phantom Fuji " The harvest volume of Fuji apples was 17,200 tons was also ranked
5th (not surprisingly, Aomori Prefecture was in 1st place) varieties cultivated include Tsugaru which is shipped from around late August Yoko and Orin , which are shipped around October

The charm of Fukushima Prefecture, the kingdom of fruits, is its wide variety and deliciousness

As we have seen so far, Fukushima Prefecture is number one in the nation in terms of Natsuhaze harvest (in fact, it has a 100% share), but as peaches surprisingly came in second, if we look at the ranking of harvest amounts alone, it is not exceptionally high .
For example, Yamanashi Prefecture is number one in grape, peaches, and plum harvests, and Yamagata Prefecture, which is next to Fukushima Prefecture, is number one in pear and cherries harvests.

However, in addition to the peaches, pears, and apples introduced here, Fukushima Prefecture also produces a wide variety of fruits such as cherries, grapes, persimmons, and strawberries.
This wide variety means that seasonal fruits are shipped throughout the year , which is a major feature of Fukushima Prefecture, and is the reason why it is called the Fruit Kingdom .

the deliciousness of fruits produced in Fukushima Prefecture's climate , such as the Akatsuki peach and Fuji apple, is also a major attraction of Fukushima fruits.

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