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Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus)
ひゅうがなつ (Hyūganatsu)
Also known as: Hyūganatsu, Citrus tamurana, 日向夏, Hyū-natsu
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | ひゅうがなつ |
| Common Japanese notations | ひゅうがなつ, 日向夏, ヒュウガナツ |
| Origin | Hyūganatsu citrus (Citrus tamurana); Miyazaki Prefecture native, discovered in early Meiji era; principal production region Miyazaki (Hyūga area), Kochi (Konatsu); spring harvest (April-May) |
| Typical functions | Premium spring citrus retail, Distinctive consumption — eaten with the white pith (mesocarp) intact for sweet-bitter contrast with the tart flesh, Miyazaki regional gift specialty |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Miyazaki regional brand. Not a designated allergen. |
Hyūganatsu (ひゅうがなつ / 日向夏) is a Miyazaki Prefecture native citrus (Citrus tamurana) discovered in the Meiji era. The distinctive consumption method — eaten with the white pith intact for sweet-bitter contrast — is unique among Japanese citrus. Miyazaki Hyūga area is the heritage production region.
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Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Fresh whole Hyūganatsu (April-May)
- Miyazaki regional gift retail
Ingredient profile
Citrus tamurana, Miyazaki native specialty citrus.
OEM applications
Premium spring retail with pith-intact consumption.
Miyazaki gift retail.
For OEM: regional Miyazaki gift retail and specialty foodservice.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Miyazaki regional brand. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Niche specialty positioning. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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Seasonality & supply calendar
- Harvest months
- March – May
- Peak supply
- April
- Off-season
- June – February
Source: 農林水産省 果樹生産出荷統計. Miyazaki and Kochi lead production.
Storage requirements
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- Temperature
- Chilled 4°C
- Conditions
- Stored gently; thin peel
- Shelf life
- Fresh 3 weeks at 4°C
Supply concentration
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- Primary regions
- Miyazaki, Kochi, Kagoshima
- Import dependence
- 100% domestic
農林水産省 果樹生産出荷統計
Certifications commonly available
Certification schemes commonly obtainable for this raw material. Always confirm the specific supplier's current certificate before contracting.
| Scheme | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
| Organic JAS | Rare | |
| Halal | Inherent | |
| Vegan | Inherent |
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Quick answers
- What is Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus)?
- Hyūganatsu (ひゅうがなつ / 日向夏) is a Miyazaki Prefecture native citrus (Citrus tamurana) discovered in the Meiji era. The distinctive consumption method — eaten with the white pith intact for sweet-bitter contrast — is unique among Japanese citrus. Miyazaki Hyūga area is the heritage production region.
- What is the regulatory status of Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus) in Japan?
- Standard agricultural product labeling. Miyazaki regional brand. Not a designated allergen.
- What products typically use Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus)?
- Fresh whole Hyūganatsu (April-May) / Miyazaki regional gift retail
- Where does Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus) come from?
- Hyūganatsu citrus (Citrus tamurana); Miyazaki Prefecture native, discovered in early Meiji era; principal production region Miyazaki (Hyūga area), Kochi (Konatsu); spring harvest (April-May)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Hyūganatsu (Hyuganatsu Citrus)?
- JSCI: ひゅうがなつ
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — ひゅうがなつ 各形態
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.