Noto Shika Korogaki Dried Persimmon (Ishikawa): season, origin and where to buy

Seasonal calendar

Shipped from late November to mid-January.

Timing shifts with the weather and conditions in each region.

Official registration details (MAFF)

The registered description as published by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

Characteristics

Using high sugar content variety Saishō Kaki, NOTO-SHIKA KOROGAKI has characteristics of rich sweetness, bright light-brown appearance, and complex yet soft texture. It is produced by employing traditional methods including hand kneading and gradual drying.

Link with the production area

Saishō Kaki variety was chosen to be cultivated in the geographical area during Meiji Period (about 130 years ago). The climate of the area is suitable for producing high sugar content persimmons and also the climate is ideal for drying process after the harvest.

Characteristics and link with the area: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries website (https://www.maff.go.jp/e/policies/intel/gi_act/register/s20.html)

Where to buy

As a rule, only products that meet the registered standard may use a GI name (with exceptions such as prior use). Check for the GI mark and the place of origin to tell it apart from ordinary products with similar names.

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FAQ

Noto Shika Korogaki is a dried persimmon made in Shika Town (the former town area), Ishikawa Prefecture, from the sweet Saisho persimmon, a strain selected locally in the Meiji era. Hand kneading and slow drying produce a vivid amber color, sweetness and dense, soft flesh.

Noto Shika Korogaki Dried Persimmon is produced in Former Shika Town area (as it existed from 1970 to 2005), Hakui County, Ishikawa Prefecture.

Noto Shika Korogaki Dried Persimmon is in season (harvested or shipped) in Nov–Jan. Shipped from late November to mid-January.

Look for it via furusato nozei (hometown tax donation) and online shops. Check the GI mark and the place of origin before you buy.

Noto Shika Korogaki Dried Persimmon was registered as a Geographical Indication on October 12, 2016 (Registration No. 20). The registered producer group is Sika Agricultural Cooperatives.