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Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus)

せとか (Setoka)

Also known as: Setoka, Citrus 'Setoka', せとか

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At a glance

Category	Food
Japanese labeling name	せとか
Common Japanese notations	せとか, セトカ
Origin	Setoka citrus (Citrus 'Setoka') — multi-parent hybrid (Kiyomi × Ankor, then × Murcott) developed by Japan's Fruit Tree Research Institute, registered 1998; principal modern production regions Ehime, Saga, Hiroshima; ultra-premium pricing reflects exceptional flavor and limited supply
Typical functions	Ultra-premium gift citrus retail — among Japan's most expensive citrus, Premium foodservice ingredient
Regulatory status in Japan	Standard agricultural product labeling. Ehime is the leading production region. Not a designated allergen.

Setoka (せとか) is a multi-parent Japanese hybrid citrus (Kiyomi × Ankor × Murcott, registered 1998) commanding ultra-premium pricing for its exceptional flavor balance — sometimes called 'the king of citrus.' Ehime is the leading production region. The OEM positioning is exclusively ultra-premium gift retail (often individually wrapped at premium pricing — single fruit can retail at ¥500-¥1500+).

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Product applications

Functions

Flavoring486

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Culinary ingredient512

Origin

Plant-derived319

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Fresh whole Setoka (February-March peak)
Premium Ehime Setoka gift retail (often individually wrapped)

Ingredient profile

Multi-parent Japanese hybrid citrus, exceptional aromatic and sweet profile.

OEM applications

Ultra-premium gift citrus retail.

Premium foodservice.

For OEM: ultra-premium gift retail OEM with individual wrapping.

Regulatory classification in Japan

Standard food labeling. Not a designated allergen.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EU	Niche premium specialty positioning.
USA	Niche premium specialty in Japanese gourmet channels.
China	Premium gift positioning in Japanese-imports retail.
Korea	Premium specialty positioning.

Market reference formulations

Example finished products will be added after verification of Ehime origin and individual wrapping format.

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Seasonality & supply calendar

Harvest months: February – March
Peak supply: Late February
Off-season: April – January

Source: 農林水産省果樹生産出荷統計. Ehime prefecture leads production; setoka is a hybrid premium tangor.

Storage requirements

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Temperature: Chilled 4°C
Conditions: Soft thin peel — careful handling required
Shelf life: Fresh 14–21 days at 4°C

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Primary regions: Ehime (approximately 69% national share per 令和3年 / R3 特産果樹生産動態等調査) — Yawatahama / Nishi-Uwa district is the leading setoka region; Saga
Import dependence: 100% domestic — premium hybrid tangor

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 Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus)?: Setoka (せとか) is a multi-parent Japanese hybrid citrus (Kiyomi × Ankor × Murcott, registered 1998) commanding ultra-premium pricing for its exceptional flavor balance — sometimes called 'the king of citrus.' Ehime is the leading production region. The OEM positioning is exclusively ultra-premium gift retail (often individually wrapped at premium pricing — single fruit can retail at ¥500-¥1500+).
What is the regulatory status of Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus) in Japan?: Standard agricultural product labeling. Ehime is the leading production region. Not a designated allergen.
What products typically use Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus)?: Fresh whole Setoka (February-March peak) / Premium Ehime Setoka gift retail (often individually wrapped)
Where does Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus) come from?: Setoka citrus (Citrus 'Setoka') — multi-parent hybrid (Kiyomi × Ankor, then × Murcott) developed by Japan's Fruit Tree Research Institute, registered 1998; principal modern production regions Ehime, Saga, Hiroshima; ultra-premium pricing reflects exceptional flavor and limited supply
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Setoka (Premium Hybrid Citrus)?: JSCI: せとか

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References

文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — せとか

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