Mango

マンゴー

A rich tropical fruit that appears in summer. Excellent fresh, and also easy to use in yogurt, desserts, and smoothies

Taste & Texture

Known for rich sweetness and a tropical aroma. When ripe, the flesh softens into a juicy, melting texture

Season

MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

Jul - Aug

PEAK

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

※ Season is based on domestic field-grown availability

Mango Varieties

Taiyō no Tamago (Egg of the Sun)

Taiyō no Tamago ('Egg of the Sun') is the premium brand name for the highest grade of fully tree-ripened Irwin mangoes grown in Miyazaki Prefecture, certified and trademarked by JA Miyazaki Keizai-ren (Miyazaki Prefecture Economic Agricultural Cooperative Federation). Only fruit meeting strict standards — Brix 15°+, weight 350 g+, deep red colouring, and naturally fallen into individual net hammocks at peak ripeness — qualifies for the brand. Opening-day auction prices for two-fruit boxes have exceeded ¥700,000 (≈ US$4,700), making it one of Japan's most expensive fruits.

How to Choose

  • Choose mangoes with taut skin and a sweet aroma.

  • Since skin color varies by cultivar, aroma and weight are more reliable guides than color alone.

How to Store

  • Ripen unripe mangoes at room temperature, then chill lightly once ready to eat.

  • Wrap cut fruit and refrigerate.

Shelf life 2-3 days refrigerated after ripening

* High ethylene producer — store separately from other produce.

See shelf life ranking →

Nutrition Facts

per 100g

ENERGY CONTENT

68

KCAL

0.6g

Protein

0.1g

Fat

16.9g

Carbs

1.3g

Fiber

20mg

Vitamin C

170mg

Potassium

0.2mg

Iron

15mg

Calcium

610μg

Beta-carotene

84μg

Folate

Source: Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th ed.) 2020

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