Discover Ehime Prefecture
The Citrus Paradise of Ehime
Ehime, located in the southwest of Honshu, Japan's largest island, is a citrus lover's paradise. Easily accessible by sea from cities like Hiroshima and Beppu, this prefecture is famous for producing over 40 varieties of citrus fruits, known as Ehime Mikan. The region enjoys a mild climate, abundant sunshine, and refreshing sea breezes, which contribute to the sweetness and tartness of these citrus fruits.
Ehime's Bountiful Harvest
Ehime produces an impressive 210,000 tons of citrus fruits annually, thanks to over a century of dedicated research and technological advancement. The prefecture excels in year-round cultivation, harvesting a variety of citrus types, with each season bearing fruits characterised by different levels of juiciness, sweetness, and acidity.
Beni Madonna Mikan Pie
$11.80(9% GST Included)
A delicate harmony of flavors with a buttery puff pastry base, luscious crème pâtissière, and premium Beni Madonna Mikan from Ehime Prefecture, crowned with fresh chantilly cream.
Harehime Mikan Chiboust
$9.80(9% GST Included)
An elegant tart featuring a crisp pâte brisée shell filled with clafoutis and sweet Harehime Mikan, finished with a brûléed Mikan chiboust for a caramelised touch.
Nesuto @ Jewel Changi Airport
Jewel, 78 Airport Blvd., #01-236 & 237
Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore 819666
Tel: 6980 5072
Nesuto @ Tanjong Pagar
53 Tras St, #01-01, Singapore 078992
Tel: 6980 5977
www.dear-nesuto.com
Ehime Citrus Tart
$11.80(9% GST Included)
A buttery tart with a velvety vanilla crème diplomat filling, topped with sweet chunks of fragrant Ehime oranges for a burst of citrus freshness in every bite.
Ehime Citrus Parfait Verrine
$11.80(9% GST Included)
A layered parfait with soft vanilla sponge, creamy mascarpone mousse, and refreshing chunks of Ehime oranges for a vibrant, citrusy twist in every spoonful.
Meet And Greet with Mican!
Meet Mican, the official mascot of Ehime in person! Say hello to Mican at these locations:
Pantler
Sat, 11 Jan 2025
@ 13:30 & 15:00
Nesuto
Sun, 12 Jan 2025
@ 13:30 & 15:00
*Jewel Changi Airport outlet only.
The Seasonal Calendar of Ehime Mikan
Ehime's favourable climate and optimal growing conditions solidify its status as a leading producer of Japan's citrus fruits, earning it the fitting nickname "Ehime, Kingdom of Citrus."
With the year-round harvest of Ehime Mikan, you can enjoy a variety of Japanese citrus fruits that change in flavour with each season. This continuous cultivation provides a fresh selection, making it easy to find something new and fresh to try throughout the year.
Ehime Mikan Variety
Ehime Kashi No. 28 (Beni Madonna)
Ehime Kashi is a variety developed in Ehime Prefecture. It is known for its jelly-like texture, sweet juice, and citrusy aroma. Due to their delicate, thin peel, the fruits are carefully grown indoors with protective bags to shield them from rain. "Beni Madonna" is a registered trademark of the National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations.
Harehime
Developed by the National Agricultural and Food Research Organization, Harehime are known for their fresh, orange-like aroma and are very easy to eat. Ehime Prefecture is the leading producer of harehime in Japan, with JA Ochi Imabari selling high-quality fruits under the brand name "Seto no Harehime." These fruits are cultivated in designated park areas.
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