[Where the carefully selected fruits are born]
澄んだ空気と清らかな水が育む
「阿波の柑橘」
Katsuura Town, Tokushima Prefecture.
The clear Katsuura River is surrounded by mountains and flows through the center of town.
This is ideal land for growing citrus fruits.
In the orchards that spread across the mountain slopes,
Soak up plenty of sunlight,
Citrus fruits that have been blessed with the blessings of nature,
The flavor is slowly deepened.
At Awa Vinegar Co., Ltd.,
Using fruits grown in this beautiful land,
We deliver the natural taste.
The "precious fruits" that the earth has grown,
Please try it.
Refreshing acidity
Awa's specialty "Sudachi"
Sudachi, the jewel of Awa's refreshing fragrance
Sudachi is a specialty product that represents Tokushima Prefecture.
It is a close relative of yuzu.
It is a fragrant citrus fruit that has been deeply rooted in Tokushima's climate since ancient times.
It produces pretty white flowers in May and June.
In autumn, the fruit has a refreshing fragrance and a crisp acidity.
Grilled fish and hotpot dishes,
It is a great supporting actor that enhances a variety of dishes.
In recent years, it has been attracting attention nationwide.
The number of menu items using Tokushima-grown sudachi citrus is also increasing.
Please enjoy the blessings of Awa.
Sudachi products
An elegant fragrance
Awa's specialty "Yuzu"
The highly fragrant "Honyuzu" that colors Japanese food culture
Honyuzu is a fragrant, acidic citrus fruit characterized by its large, rough-skinned fruit.
Its strong acidity and mellow aroma have made it popular with Japanese people for a long time.
It is highly cold-tolerant and is one of the few citrus fruits that can grow wild in the Far East.
There are records of it being cultivated as early as the Asuka and Nara periods, giving it a history spanning over a thousand years.
Passed down through the ages,
Enjoy the uniquely Japanese citrus flavor.
Yuzu products
Mellow taste
Awa specialty "Yuko"
The mellow taste of the "phantom fruit" Yuko
It is only grown in the mountainous areas of Tokushima Prefecture.
Yuko is a rare citrus fruit known as the "phantom fruit."
It is characterized by its mellow acidity and elegant aroma.
It is also perfect as a secret ingredient in sushi, hotpot, and ponzu sauce.
As a unique citrus fruit that brings out the flavor of ingredients,
It is also popular in traditional Japanese restaurants and other food establishments.
The refreshing scent of limonene is also expected to have a relaxing effect.
"Yukou Vinegar" is 100% juice squeezed from this precious yukou.
Please enjoy the blessings of nature.
Yukou Products
Fruity scent
Awa's specialty "Daidai"
The highly fragrant "daidai" fruit, passed down from generation to generation
Daidai is a fragrant citrus fruit native to the Himalayas in India.
It was brought to Japan from China during the Manyo period.
It has been loved by people since ancient times.
The name comes from the fact that the tree does not fall from its branches even after winter.
It is called "daidai" (for generations) because it continues to bear fruit for 2 to 3 years.
It is said that it came to be called "
In Europe, it is cultivated as bitter orange.
A fragrant citrus fruit that is used widely in both Japanese and Western cuisine.
The flavor that has been loved for so long,
We hope you enjoy it.
Daidai products
#1 Sorting
We check the pesticide use and cultivation history of each product.
We only accept products that meet our strict standards.
In addition, all fruit is carefully inspected by human eyes and hands.
The bad fruits are removed one by one.
We select them based on their ripeness based on their color and condition.
In addition, we thoroughly check for residual pesticides.
Once safety has been thoroughly confirmed, processing begins.
Treat these "precious fruits" with care until the very end.
This is the first step in our efforts to create quality.
#2 Freshness
The aroma, sourness, and refreshing flavor...
In order to capture the natural charm of citrus fruits,
We value freshness above all else.
After harvest, the fruit and juice products are all stored in a refrigerator on the premises.
Store at low temperature below 5℃.
From harvesting to processing and storage,
While maintaining a constant temperature,
We carry out thorough management to prevent the fruit from deteriorating and to preserve its flavor.
The key to deliciousness lies in careful temperature control, which is not visible.
#3 Processing
In order to deliver carefully selected fruits with peace of mind,
The processing process also involves strict hygiene management and careful work.
Production lines and equipment
Always clean every detail to keep it clean.
From the raw fruit to the bottles used for filling,
Use after thoroughly cleaning.
Our goal is to
"Don't add anything extra,
We can compete using only the power of the fruit."
product.
To achieve this, we need to create an environment where
We are committed to keeping the facility clean.
We are committed to safe and secure fruit processing.