Famous for its rich soil and mild climate, Awaji Island is a treasure trove of produce rich in flavor and nutrients. Home to many varieties of fruits, Awaji Island always has something new to offer as the seasons come and go. As the air cools and the leaves turn brown, let’s see what Awaji has to offer in autumn.
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Awaji Island Figs
As the second largest producer of Figs in the Hyogo Prefecture with more than 70 farms on the island, figs are one of the most iconic fruits from Awaji. Brought from China during the Edo period (1603-1867), Awaji Island began producing figs in Goshiki (now Sumoto) in 1980. Awaji figs are characterized by their rich sweetness, and ripe figs can be enjoyed freshly picked – no peeling required!
Where Can I Try Awaji Figs?
Farmer’s Restaurant Haru San-San
Nestled in the scenic countryside of Awaji Island, Haru San San offers a series of limited time drinks and desserts made from fresh, perfectly ripe figs harvested each morning from its own farm. Among the highlights is a cheese top fig tea, featuring whole, pesticide-free figs. The “Sweet and Ripe Fig Tea Latte” combines homemade syrup, black tea, and creamy Awaji Island milk for a comforting drink. For dessert, the “Fig Tart” showcases a homemade tart crust, topped with velvety custard cream and a single fresh fig.
| Name | Farmer’s Restaurant – Haru San San |
|---|---|
| Address | 1510-4 Nojima-tokiwa Aza Genpachi, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1726 |
| Tel | 0799-70-9082 |
| Operation Hours | 11:00-18:00（L.O.17:00） |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Website | https://www.awaji-nlr.com/harusansan |
| Reservations | https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/noukarestaurant-haru-sansan/reserve |
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Awaji Island Grapes
Grapes are one of the most famous autumn fruits on Awaji Island. Large, ripe, and fresh, grape picking is a popular autumn activity among Awaji locals from July to October.
Awaji Island Chestnuts
In Japan, chestnuts are typically associated with autumn. Unlike what the name suggests, chestnuts are actually fruit harvested from trees! On Awaji Island, two varieties of chestnuts are grown: “Tanzawa” which has a buttery texture suitable for cooking, and “Tsukuba” which is often roasted for its firmness. Awaji features many chestnut farms where you can pick and try them for yourself.
Passion Fruit from Awaji Island
In Japan, passion fruit is primarily grown in Okinawa – but it is also harvested on Awaji Island due to its similar tropical environment, suitable for growing passion fruits. In season from June to October, the clear, sunny skies of Awaji Island create an environment where passion fruits thrive.
Where Can I Try Awaji’s Autumn Fruits?
miele the garden
A sister store of the popular Awaji Island cafe ‘miele’, enjoy the limited-time “Autumn Parfait with Seasonal Awaji Island Fruits” which features figs, grapes, persimmons, sweet potatoes, and Kaga-style tea jello – all locally sourced from within Awaji.
| Name | miele the garden |
|---|---|
| Address | 816 Nojimahikinoura, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1721 |
| TEL | 0799-70-9031 |
| Operation Hours | Weekdays- 11:00~18:30 (L.O.18:00) Sat., Sun., & Holidays- 10:00~19:00 (L.O. 18:30) Closed on: Wednesdays (open if it is a Public Holiday) |
| Website | https://mielethegarden.com/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1022838-d26771019-Reviews-Miele_The_Garden-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
