Diospyros kaki is grown worldwide, with 90 percent of the total in China, Japan and Korea. In East Asia the main harvest time is in the months of October and November.

Bright orange, sweet, and aromatic: The kaki is not only delicious but also healthy. How to properly select, store, and prepare this winter fruit in versatile ways.

Jun 30, 2025 · Kaki, the Japanese persimmon, is one of Japan's most beloved autumn fruits. Discover its various varieties, uses in Japanese cuisine, and cultural significance.

Sep 4, 2025 · Dried kaki (called hoshigaki in Japanese) are the dried astringent persimmon or shibugaki. Often enjoyed just like other dried fruit, they are quite delicious and very sweet as …

Oct 27, 2022 · One of the most loved autumn Japanese fruits, kaki (柿), or persimmons, (though somewhat different from what we tend to think of persimmons in the west), are officially in …

Beautiful, delicious and easy to grow, large-fruited Oriental persimmons offer year-round interest in the landscape. A deciduous tree from the Ebenaceae or ebony (non-fruit bearing) or …

Dec 30, 2024 · Discover the delicious world of kaki fruit, or persimmon, with our comprehensive guide! Learn how to enjoy this sweet, honey-like delicacy, from fresh salads to baked treats.

Oct 31, 2023 · In this article, we'll examine the Japanese Kaki, their history, health benefits, and persimmon varieties. We'll also explore how to consume, cultivate, and select high-quality Kaki.

The Japanese persimmon, Diospyros kaki, arrives when other fruits bow out, hanging like tiny lanterns on graceful, leafless branches. It is equal parts edible treasure and living sculpture for …

Japanese persimmon or persimmon tree bears delicious fruits called kaki or persimmons. Caring, pruning and harvesting your persimmons or kakis is easy.