🇯🇵 Direct from Japan, premium Nanko ume from the Kinan region of Wakayama
🍑 3L large-size fruit, ideal for umeshu, pickled ume and vinegar infusions
🟥 Aka-Shu grade, selected for appearance, size and quality
🍶 Suitable for homemade plum wine, ume vinegar, umeboshi and syrup-preserved ume
🌿 Ripe ume offers a fuller fruit aroma and deeper flavour profile
🏠 1kg pack, convenient for home preparation and Japanese-style recipes
📖 Product Description
JA Kinan Aka-Shu Ripe Nanko Ume Plums are premium Japanese ume from the Kinan region of Wakayama, an area well known for high-quality Nanko ume. These 3L large-size ume are selected for their rounded shape, fragrant aroma and suitability for homemade Japanese plum recipes.
Ripe Nanko ume gradually changes from green to yellow or lightly red as it matures, developing a more noticeable fruity aroma and soft tart fragrance. This makes it especially suitable for making umeshu, umeboshi, ume vinegar, plum syrup, plum jam and Japanese-style desserts. Colour changes during air freight and delivery are a normal ripening process and do not affect typical preparation use. A seasonal choice for Japanese food lovers, Asian cooking ingredients and Hong Kong food UK home kitchens.
🍶 Use for homemade umeshu with rock sugar and alcohol
🧂 Prepare umeboshi or salted pickled ume
🍯 Make plum syrup or plum jam for desserts and drinks
🍷 Infuse into ume vinegar for cooking or beverages
🍮 Use in plum jelly, sweets or Japanese-style desserts
🏠 Enjoy seasonal Japanese home preparation in the UK
🧾 Ingredients
Nanko Ume Plums 100%
⚠️ Allergens
No UK 14 major allergens are declared for this product.
📦 Product Info
Origin: Japan
Net Weight / Size: 1kg
Size Grade: 3L
Grade: Aka-Shu
Type: Ripe Nanko Ume
🧊 Storage
Check and sort the ume soon after receiving. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place or refrigerate, and use as soon as possible. Fresh ume will continue to ripen over time, and colour changes from green to yellow or light red are normal.
🍽 How to Use
Rinse gently before use, remove the stem ends and dry completely. Use for umeshu, umeboshi, ume vinegar, plum syrup, plum jam, candied ume or Japanese-style desserts. For umeshu, use a sterilised and fully dried glass jar, add rock sugar and suitable alcohol according to your preferred recipe, seal and store in a cool place to mature.
🧠 FAQ
Q: What can Japanese Nanko ume be used for?
A: They can be used for umeshu, umeboshi, ume vinegar, plum syrup, plum jam, candied ume and Japanese-style desserts.
Q: Is it normal for ripe Nanko ume to turn yellow?
A: Yes, fresh ume naturally ripens over time and may turn from green to yellow or light red, with a stronger fruit aroma.
Q: What does Aka-Shu mean?
A: Aka-Shu is a Japanese grading term indicating selected fruit quality, appearance and size.
Q: Is 3L Nanko ume suitable for making umeshu?
A: Yes, 3L ume are large and plump, making them suitable for plum wine, vinegar infusions and pickling.
Q: How should I store the ume after delivery?
A: Check and sort them immediately, then store in a cool place or refrigerate and use as soon as possible.
