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Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor)
きよみ (Kiyomi)
Also known as: Kiyomi, Kiyomi tangor, Citrus 'Kiyomi', 清見, Mikan × orange hybrid
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | きよみ |
| Common Japanese notations | きよみ, 清見, キヨミ, 清見オレンジ |
| Origin | Kiyomi tangor (Citrus 'Kiyomi') — hybrid of Miyagawa-Wase mikan and Trovita orange, developed by Japan's Fruit Tree Research Institute and registered in 1979; the parent of many modern Japanese hybrid citrus including Dekopon (Shiranuhi), Setoka, Harumi; principal modern production regions Ehime, Wakayama, Hiroshima |
| Typical functions | Premium spring citrus retail, Juice production (rich aromatic profile), Confectionery and dessert ingredient |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Ehime, Wakayama, Hiroshima major regions. Not a designated allergen. |
Kiyomi (きよみ / 清見) is a Japanese-developed citrus hybrid (Miyagawa-Wase mikan × Trovita orange) registered in 1979 and the parent of many subsequent Japanese hybrid citrus (Dekopon, Setoka, Harumi). Premium spring citrus positioning.
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Product applications
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Origin
Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Fresh whole Kiyomi (March-April)
- Juice production
- Premium regional gift retail
What it is
Citrus 'Kiyomi' hybrid (mikan × orange), parent of modern Japanese hybrid citrus.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Premium spring citrus retail.
Juice production.
For OEM: spring fresh retail, juice production OEM.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. 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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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — きよみ
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.