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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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At a glance

CategoryFood
Japanese labeling nameきよみ
Common Japanese notationsきよみ, 清見, キヨミ, 清見オレンジ
OriginKiyomi 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 functionsPremium spring citrus retail, Juice production (rich aromatic profile), Confectionery and dessert ingredient
Regulatory status in JapanStandard 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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  • Fresh whole Kiyomi (March-April)
  • Juice production
  • Premium regional gift retail

Ingredient profile

Citrus 'Kiyomi' hybrid (mikan × orange), parent of modern Japanese hybrid citrus.

OEM applications

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

EUNiche specialty positioning.
USANiche specialty positioning.
ChinaNiche specialty positioning.
KoreaNiche specialty positioning.

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Quick answers

What is Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor)?
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.
What is the regulatory status of Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor) in Japan?
Standard agricultural product labeling. Ehime, Wakayama, Hiroshima major regions. Not a designated allergen.
What products typically use Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor)?
Fresh whole Kiyomi (March-April) / Juice production / Premium regional gift retail
Where does Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor) come from?
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
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Kiyomi (Kiyomi Tangor)?
JSCI: きよみ

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References

  1. 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — きよみ

Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.

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