An Authentic Dessert Filled with Four Fruits from Wakayama
“Wakayama Ponchi” is a fruit jelly dessert made with four types of fruits grown in Wakayama: ume (Japanese plum), satsuma mandarin, hassaku orange, and young peach.
Produced by Fumiko Farm, each fruit is carefully prepared and cooked to preserve its natural aroma and texture. This product meets the official definition of “Wakayama Ponchi” established by Wakayama Prefecture and is recognized as an authentic local specialty made with regional fruits.
A Delicate Balance Highlighting Each Fruit’s Texture
Inside the jar, you’ll find sweet simmered ume, juicy satsuma mandarin, pleasantly tangy and firm hassaku, and rare young peaches—arranged in perfect balance.
All the fruits are gently enveloped in a clear, lightly sweet jelly that enhances their natural flavors without overpowering them. Even when enjoyed together, the combination remains light and refreshing, allowing you to savor every bite without feeling overwhelmed.
An Award-Winning Gift Sweet Representing Wakayama
“Wakayama Ponchi” was created as part of an initiative by Wakayama Prefecture to establish a fruit punch made with ume and local fruits as a regional specialty.
It has received recognition such as the Silver Award from the Japan Tourism Agency’s “Ultimate Souvenirs That Represent Japan” and the Japan Gift Awards (Wakayama Prize). Its vibrant appearance and use of local fruits have made it a popular choice for gifts.
