Taste & Texture
Characterized by a distinctive earthy aroma, slight bitterness, and crisp texture. Rich in dietary fiber; soaking in water removes harshness. Long-simmered burdock develops a mellow sweetness
Season
How to Choose
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Choose burdock with uniform thickness and no cracks or blemishes.
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Oversized roots may be hollow inside.
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Mud-covered roots stay fresh longer.
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Select firm, heavy roots that do not bend.
How to Store
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Store unwashed mud-covered burdock wrapped in newspaper in a cool dark place or the refrigerator vegetable compartment.
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Washed burdock should be wrapped and refrigerated.
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After soaking to remove harshness, keep submerged in water and use the same day.
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For freezing, dry after soaking.
Nutrition Facts
ENERGY CONTENT
58
KCAL
Source: Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th ed.) 2020
Wholesale Market Data
MARKET INSIGHTS
Source: MAFF Wholesale Market Survey for Fresh Produce (2023)
Retail Price
Price Trend
Annual Average
¥1,120/1kg
Source: Statistics Bureau Retail Price Survey (2026)
Production Ranking
97.3% DomesticMap data: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT Japan)
Source: MAFF Crop Statistics / Agricultural Census (2023)
Top 5 Prefecture Harvest Trends (2018-2023)
Consumption Ranking
National Average (annual spending per household)
Source: Statistics Bureau Family Income and Expenditure Survey (2024, two-or-more-person households, prefectural capital cities)