Chocolate Persimmon
Chocolate Persimmon
Chocolate Persimmon

Chocolate Persimmon

from Niigata Prefecture

$158.00
( / )
Order by 10/25/2026 Delivery around 2026/11/4

The national fruit of Japan: asian persimmons, sometimes called kaki (persimmon in Japanese). 

Chocolate Persimmon (Goma Hatchin-kaki) is an exceptionally rare Hatchin Persimmon. This persimmon variety is grown only in select areas of Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Like its parent, it is seedless, but its most distinctive feature is the natural black speckling on the flesh, reminiscent of sesame seeds—formed as tannins solidify during full ripening on the tree, a process that cannot be artificially reproduced. This asian persimmon ripens to a vibrant orange to deep reddish-orange with a glossy sheen, and the speckled pattern gives it a unique visual charm. Celebrated as a “phantom persimmon” due to its limited availability, it offers a firm yet tender texture, rich sweetness balanced with subtle natural astringency, and an elegant, refined flavor. Carefully cultivated by a small number of farmers in Nishikan-ku, the Chocolate Persimmon is a rare, region-specific delicacy available only from late autumn to early winter, perfectly capturing the essence of Niigata’s autumn harvest.

・Orders placed by 10/25/2026Delivery around 2026/11/4
・Orders placed by 11/01/2026Delivery around 2026/11/11
・Orders placed by 11/08/2026Delivery around 2026/11/18
・Orders placed by 11/15/2026Delivery around 2026/11/25
*Please note that we may change the delivery schedule upon crop and harvest conditions.
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Niigata Prefecture, Japan

About BIG BRIDGE FARM

Legacy and Craft of BIG BRIDGE FARM

Mr. Ohashi is the young steward of a 60‑year‑old family persimmon farm, now flourishing as BIG BRIDGE FARM in Niigata Prefecture. Continuing a cherished family tradition, he carefully tends expansive orchards of seedless Hiratanenashi persimmons. Every fruit reflects his dedication to excellence—vibrant in color, silky in texture, and perfectly balanced in sweetness—blending elegance and flavor in every bite.

Rare Gems and Regional Distinction

Among his remarkable achievements is the cultivation of the rare Goma Hatchin Persimmon. This exceptional variety naturally develops delicate black speckles in the flesh through a unique process, delivering a crisp, refined sweetness and a visually striking appearance. By harnessing the region’s hilly terrain and ideal growing conditions, Tamito‑san produces these limited, region-exclusive fruits that embody the harmony of nature, tradition, and youthful mastery—truly a premium expression of Ikigai Fruits.