Asahi Town, Yamagata Prefecture is the birthplace of the bag-less Mutai Fuji apple

Traditionally, Fuji apples are grown covered in a bag to improve their coloring. The bag-less Murai Fuji apple on the othre hand are grown by repeatedly performing steady work such as devising the shape of the tree and turning the apples. By doing so they have an increased sweetness and moderate acidity, bringing out an unprecedented taste that is truly exquisite!

Wagodaira is an environment blessed for apple cultivation

Asahi Town is located in the center of Yamagata Prefecture, at the foot of the Asahi mountain range to the west, the Zao Mountains to the east, and Mt. Gassan to the north. The Wagodaira area is located at an altitude of about 250 meters and experiences a large temperature difference between morning and evening compared to the flat land. It is said that this temperature difference tightens the apples, and the cooling before the harvest advances the fruits' maturity at once. In addition, the clay soil of Wagodaira gives its apples a unique texture with a pleasant crispness and deep richness.

Fuji apple with honey

Bag-less Mutai Fuji apples are a variety where rich watercore, called "honey" in Japanese, easily develops. As it is said to be a proof of ripeness, apples with plenty of this "honey" have a refreshing sweetness and are very popular. * The presence and amount of honey varies depending on the apples and harvest time.

Unmanned direct sales office

There is an unmanned direct sales office outside where you can buy freshly picked apples from the orchard at a reasonable price. Small-sized and discolored apples are sold at a bargain price.

Apple picking experience

In the field of Kosaku Apple Orchard, you can enjoy apple picking ★ With 3 apples souvenir ★ [Adult] (junior high school student and above) 800 yen (tax included) / person [Child] (elementary school student) 500 yen (tax included) / person [Preschooler] Free (souvenirs not included)