Dried ripe apples from Aomori grown in the rich soil at the foot of Mt. Iwaki by Akaishi Farm.

Akaishi Farm is located at the foot of Mt. Iwaki, in a fertile area where meltwater rich in minerals flows. Mr. Akaishi, who took over rice farming and apple farming that have continued since the Taisho era, wants to protect the rich soil for the long term into the future, and he uses organic fertilizers such as fish waste and oyster shells to create soil that utilizes the microorganisms in the soil.

Aomori's long, cold winters require time for important pruning. This is the most important task in order to produce delicious apples two or three years from now.

The apples are harvested by being left to ripen on the tree until the snow falls. As the emphasis is on taste rather than appearance, the apples are unevenly colored and do not turn bright red. This is because the apples are grown without removing the leaves, allowing them to absorb plenty of sunlight and develop a rich flavor.

We had Akaishi Farm taste the dried apples, and they were amazed: "They're so sweet, even though they don't contain sugar!" The unique characteristics of the apples, which are cultivated using special methods, are two or three times more pronounced in the taste when they are dried.

It has a honey-like sticky sweetness, a punchy sourness, a strong aroma and a very rich flavor. Just one piece of this dried apple is enough to leave you feeling satisfied, so be sure to give it a try.

◆Introducing recipes using this dried fruit

Apple cider vinegar made from dried apples

Dried fruit sangria

Dried apple steamed bread

Dried apple and walnut pound cake

◆Introduction of the farmers who grew these dried fruits and vegetables

Akaishi Farm Junichi Akaishi

[Ingredients] Apples (from Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture)
[Contents] 20g or 40g
[Best before date] 6 months from date of manufacture
[Storage method] Avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures and humidity. Consume as soon as possible after opening.
[Nutritional information (per 100g) estimated value]
Energy 350kcal, protein 0.25g, fat 0.25g, carbohydrates 87.5g, salt equivalent 0g