Taste & Texture
Characterized by sharp pungency and distinctive aroma. Cooking develops sweetness and nuttiness, creating a mellow flavor
Season
How to Choose
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Choose bulbs with dry, white outer skin, firm and heavy cloves.
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Avoid any with sprouting, mold, or dark spots.
How to Store
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Store unpeeled bulbs in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place.
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For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.
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Peeled cloves can be preserved in olive oil.
Shelf life 1-2 months at room temperature, 3 months refrigerated, 6 months frozen
Nutrition Facts
ENERGY CONTENT
129
KCAL
Source: Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th ed.) 2020
Wholesale Market Data
MARKET INSIGHTS
CHEAPEST Mar ¥735/kg
BUSIEST Mar 977t
Volume (t)
In season
Price (yen/kg)
Source: MAFF Wholesale Market Survey for Fresh Produce (2023)
Production Ranking
59.5% DomesticAomori78.3%
Hokkaido5.6%
Kagawa3.8%
Iwate2.2%
Kagoshima2.2%
Others7.9%
10%+
5%+
2%+
0.1%+
None
Map data: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT Japan)
#
Prefecture
Harvest (t)
Share
Source: MAFF Crop Statistics / Agricultural Census (2023)
Top 5 Prefecture Harvest Trends (2018-2023)
Aomori
Hokkaido
Kagawa
Iwate
Kagoshima