Taste & Texture
Has a refreshing aroma and a bright, herbaceous bite. Even a small amount stands out as a garnish or seasoning
Season
How to Choose
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Choose leaves that look fresh to the tip, with rich color and firmness.
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Avoid wilted leaves or darkened edges.
How to Store
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Wrap in a damp paper towel, place in a storage bag, and keep upright in the refrigerator to preserve aroma.
Shelf life 3-5 days refrigerated
Nutrition Facts
ENERGY CONTENT
32
KCAL
Source: Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th ed.) 2020
Production Ranking
Aichi50.9%
Miyazaki11.7%
Shizuoka7.0%
Oita6.8%
Gunma2.7%
Others20.9%
10%+
5%+
2%+
0.1%+
None
Map data: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT Japan)
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Prefecture
Harvest (t)
Share
Source: MAFF Crop Statistics (2023)
Top 5 Prefecture Harvest Trends (2020-2022)
Aichi
Miyazaki
Shizuoka
Oita
Gunma