[Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization] “Tastes of Hiroshima” Matsutake mushrooms, Kotake mushrooms, Takano apples, wild
sweetfish… Enjoy the bounty of autumn on our direct-from-the-farm site!
*Shobara Tourism Promotion Organization*
Press release: September 6, 2024
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“Taste of Hiroshima” Matsutake mushrooms, Kotake mushrooms, Takano apples, wild sweetfish… Enjoy the bounty of autumn on our
direct-from-the-farm site!
*Shobara, a treasure trove of ingredients” Now is the time to try it! Autumn fruits are in season*
The online shop that directly delivers masterpieces from Shobara, a treasure trove of ingredients, has carefully selected seasonal autumn flavors and started selling them from September 5th (Thursday). This time, “Matsutake” and “Kotake” grown in Shobara will be available for the first time in limited quantities. “Saijo River’s natural ayu”, which was popular as a summer gift, is now in its spawning season, and we will be selling fallen ayu with plenty of fat.
In addition, the producers’ specialties include the rare black grape “Nagano Purple” from Hiroshima Prefecture, “Taishaku pears” grown in an orchard near Taishaku Gorge, and the fantastic Koya apples and new rice grown in the cool climate. We have products packed with. The new products will feature seasonal ingredients recommended by the store manager, such as autumn vegetables, fruits, and specialty products carefully selected by Roadside Station Takano, Shokusaikan Shobara Yumesakura Asadori Market, and Tojo Kinsai City.
Additionally, until October 31st (Thursday), we are holding a “Fruitful Autumn Campaign” in which 3 people will be randomly selected from among those who order over 5,000 yen to win Hiba beef worth 10,000 yen. Please use it as a gift for your loved ones, or as an ordered item to enjoy at home.
▽6 recommended autumn gifts (all products include tax and shipping)
* ●Natural matsutake mushrooms with exceptional aroma and taste* * “Shobara Matsutake Mushroom – Natural -” approx. 200g 20,000 yen *Pre-order limited to 20 pieces*
Shobara City, which is blessed with abundant forest resources, has long been a matsutake mushroom production area. Matsutake mushrooms grow white and beautiful due to the low morning and evening
temperatures and the influence of the soil. Enjoy the taste of autumn by grilling it on a charcoal grill, or steaming it with matsutake rice or steaming it in a clay pot.
* ●Representative of fragrant high-grade mushrooms*
* Matsushima Store “Shobara Kotake Mushrooms – Natural -”
Approximately 300g 5,500 yen/500g 10,000 yen *Pre-order limited to 20 pieces*
Among the many natural mushrooms, fragrant mushrooms are characterized by a luxurious aroma comparable to matsutake mushrooms. Kotake mushrooms are sometimes referred to as “mysterious mushrooms” due to their strong aroma, flavor, and rarity. Shobara City has long been known as a production area for fragrant mushrooms, as they prefer a particularly cool climate.
* ●Wild sweetfish that can only be eaten at this time of year* * Nishida Fresh Fish Shop “Nishijigawa no Ochi Ayu” 5 frozen sweetfish 4,000 yen Frozen delivery*
Ayu at this time of year is in the spawning season, and has a rich flavor and umami with plenty of fat, giving it a different appeal than young or young ayu. Enjoy the delicate and elegant meat quality unique to wild sweetfish. *Sale period is until early October.
* ●Mysterious Koya apples grown in a cool climate*
* Osaka Farm “Takano Apple Assortment” 3kg 4,000 yen *Limited to 20 sets* Takano Town, located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture and on the border of Shimane Prefecture, is an area with a cool climate at an altitude of approximately 500 meters, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is suitable for growing apples. It is called the “phantom apple” because it is produced in small quantities and rarely appears on the market. *Only “Tsugaru” will be sold until the end of September
Producer Osaka Farm Mr. Osaka
* ●Delicious rice made with bamboo flour fertilizer*
* Shobara Satoyama Yume Farm Shobara brand rice “Satoyama Yume” 1kg x 3 pieces 4,700 yen*
Our proud rice is made from bamboo compost soil that takes one year to make using bamboo flour and cow dung. Prefecture/overseas regional representative of the world’s largest rice competition, “The 25th International Rice Flavor Analysis Appraisal Contest”
We won the gold medal in the “Rice Championship” category. Producer: Satoyama no Yume Farm Mr. Ichikawa
* ● Rare Nagano Purple from Hiroshima Prefecture *
* Raphatility “Nagano Purple” 2 bunches (800g or more) 8,500 yen Refrigerated delivery *
It has a strong sweetness and mild acidity. It is full of fruit juice, has a good aroma, and enjoys a rich flavor. The skin is so thin that you can eat it with the skin on. *Application period is until September 15th (Sunday).
Producer Raphatility Mr. Akiyama
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