Interior content: 2 pieces of 120g (4.23oz) each
Crafted from 4L-size Kishu Nanko UME - widely regarded as the finest and most prestigious variety of Japanese plums - this premium jelly features a single whole fruit of exceptional size and quality.
Grown in the renowned region of Kishu (Wakayama Prefecture), Nanko UME is celebrated throughout Japan for its superior characteristics: large, plump fruit, tender flesh, thin skin, and an exquisite balance of sweetness and gentle acidity. Among these, the rare 4L size represents the highest grade, selected for its impressive size and flawless appearance. Such fruit is carefully cultivated and harvested under ideal conditions, making it a true symbol of Japanese craftsmanship and agricultural excellence.
Each plum is meticulously peeled by hand, one by one, by skilled artisans. This delicate and time-intensive process removes any natural bitterness from the skin while also ensuring that impurities, including any traces on the surface, are thoroughly eliminated. Through this dedication to craftsmanship, the jelly reveals a stunning, clear golden hue of remarkable purity - an appearance that reflects both the quality of the fruit and the care taken in its preparation.
Harvested at full ripeness, Kishu Nanko UME is known for its delicate, fruit-like sweetness and elegant fragrance. At this stage, the plum develops a soft, almost honeyed aroma, rarely found in other varieties. We invite you to savor not only its refined taste but also its gentle, naturally sweet bouquet.
The texture is exquisitely smooth and tender, offering a luxurious melt-in-the-mouth experience. The richness of the whole fruit, combined with the silky jelly, creates a moment of quiet indulgence - an expression of Japan’s finest seasonal gift, captured in its most elegant form.
This UME jelly is delicious when chilled and enjoyed on its own, but it can also be frozen, crushed and added to plain sparkling water, or served over vanilla ice cream. We hope you will discover your own favorite way to enjoy it.
