Ononoiwaya Kofun Tumulus (Hikawa Town, Yatsushiro District, Kumamoto Prefecture): Designation date: 20131017, Management organization name: Historic Site, Place of Scenic Beauty, and Natural Monument. A 123 meter long tumulus located on a plateau at an altitude of 50 to 60 meters in central Kumamoto Prefecture. It is a keyhole-shaped tumulus. The existence of tumuli has been known since the Muromachi period, and the oldest written documentation indicating the existence of tumuli dates back to 1497, and rough and actual measurements of stone chambers have been carried out since the Meiji period. Subsequently, actual measurements and excavations were conducted by Hikawa Town (formerly Ryuhoku Town) from 2003 to 2020. The results revealed that the burial mound was built in two stages and had a shape similar to a sword rhombus with the front part protruding slightly. Additionally, it is estimated that there is a shield-shaped moat surrounding the mound, with a width of about 12 meters on the circular rear side. However, the front side of the area shows a special situation in which the earthen pits are lined up in a moat shape. More than 20 pieces of Sueki were unearthed from one of these earthen pits, suggesting that some kind of ritual was performed there. Sue ware includes large jars, high cups, and table stands, as well as Silla ceramic pottery, which is attracting attention. In addition, cap-shaped stone decorations made of Aso welded tuff have been unearthed around the burial mound. The burial facility is a double-sided, side-pit type stone chamber with a double-chamber structure, opening toward the west waist. The length of the burial chamber is 5.2 meters, the width of the burial chamber is 3.0 meters, the ceiling height of the burial chamber is 6.5 meters, the length of the vestibule is 1.9 meters, the width of the vestibule is 2.1 meters, and the length of the tunnel is 3.5 meters. The shape of the ceiling is a dome with a flat top. The ceiling height of this burial chamber is the highest in Japan. At the back of the burial chamber is a hollow-type sarcophagus made of tuff, and above it is a stone shelf 1.9 meters wide that juts out from the back wall of the burial chamber. On the left and right sides near the entrance, one corpse bed, also made of tuff, has been constructed. No excavations have been conducted on the burial chamber, and there are no mentions of it in past documents, so it is unknown about the burial goods. The construction date of the burial mound is estimated to be the latter half of the 6th century, based on the structure of the stone chamber and the age of the Sue ware excavated from the burial mound. Its size is second only to the Iwatoyama Tumulus (138 meters long), a historic site in Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture, in Kyushu during the late Kofun period, and is one of the largest in Japan. It is a keyhole-shaped tumulus representative of Kyushu from the late Kofun period, and it is also a valuable example of the state of chieftain tombs in the region, including the construction of a horizontal stone chamber with the highest ceiling height in Japan.
Ancient romance and fruit village, Roadside Station Ryuhoku (Ono, Hikawa Town) is located at the "northern gateway to the southern region of Kumamoto Prefecture'' along National Route 3, the main artery of Kyushu. The silhouettes of the Amakusa islands and Mt. Unzen Fugendake can be seen across the countryside, making it a comfortable place to take a break. At the product center "Bistro Green,'' you can enjoy the sale of fresh agricultural products and specialty products, as well as home-cooked flavors made with local ingredients.
【Product name】
Akizuki（Japanese pear）
【Type】
Pyrus pyrifolia var. culta Rehd.
【Wholesale area】
Ono, Hikawa-cho, Yatsushiro County, Kumamoto Prefecture (JA Yatsushiro Yoshino Fruit Sorting Plant, JA Kumamoto Fruit Association)
【Origin of name】
It has a strong sweetness and a soft texture. It was named because it has beautiful round skin like the autumn moon.
【Major features】
It is one of the fruits that have been loved by the Japanese people for a long time, so much so that there is a record in the Japan Secretary of State that Emperor Jito (41st: 645 A.D. - January 13, 703 A.D., Fujiwara-kyo) encouraged its cultivation. It is. In the Edo period, when the fruit was called "jelly dessert,'' it was widely cultivated throughout the country, and by the late Edo period, there were over 100 native species. The pears of recent years, which have a much higher water content, are the result of improved varieties, and the pears of the Edo period are said to have been chewier and more sour. Pears are grown all over Kumamoto Prefecture, but the main producing areas are Arao, Ryuhoku, and Kuma. The birthplace of Kumamoto's pears is said to be the Ono district of present-day Hikawa-cho, Yatsushiro County. Its origins date back to 1905, when Kumasaburo Yamada (1872-1937) planted the tree. Subsequently, it is said that Mosaburo Matsuo and Masuo Sekijima settled in present-day Arao City in 1908, and in 1912 in the first year of the Taisho era, Maetoko Kyouzo settled in Ikkōchi, Kuma Village, Kuma District. All regions have worked together to improve varieties and production techniques suited to the region, and now, a century later, each region continues to move forward as its own regional brand. About the famous banpeiyu (citrus grandis): The year was 1920, and a high-quality fruit variety was discovered from its native Malay Peninsula by Yaichi Shimada, a botanist from Kumamoto Prefecture who was working at the Taiwanese Governor-General's Office at the time. 1884-1971, Born in Koura, Toyo Town, Yatsushiro City: Higo Rikka (Higo camellia, Higo peonies, Higo iris, Higo morning glory, Higo chrysanthemum, Higo sasanqua). Founded in 1756 by Shigekata Hosokawa, the sixth lord of the Kumamoto domain. Afterwards, gardening was encouraged as a form of spiritual training for vassals, and the Higo Rokka preservation group "Hanaren'' carried out research and promotion of the garden. While serving as the head of Taneyama Agriculture, he was a botanical researcher who contributed to the dissemination of plant knowledge and brought a special product called "Banpeiyu'' to the Yatsushiro region. Also, he introduced ginger to help farmers in the mountainous region. It is now the town's main crop. Yoshijiro Sakurai grew it at a testing site in Taiwan and gave it the name "Banpeiyu.'' It was Yoshijiro who grew and named it, and old man Yaichi who advised him to grow it. Apparently, it was imported to Taiwan by Fifteen years later, in 1935, with Shimada's kindness, a trial crop was produced at the Kumamoto Prefecture Fruit Experiment Station, and it was found that it was well-suited to Kumamoto's climate, especially the Yatsushiro region. Currently, it is a fruit with such high commercial value that it is promoted only in the Yatsushiro region as one of Kumamoto Prefecture's recommended citrus varieties, and is donated to the development of local agriculture. Excerpt from Aguri Kumamoto. On December 16, 2022, the Yatsushiro Young Farmers Conference was held by the Yatsushiro Young Farmers Club Liaison Council (Yatsushiro 4HC). This year, 1 opinion presentation, 6 project presentations, and 1 regional activity presentation were announced, for a total of 8 issues. In his opinion presentation, he talked about how he got into farming and his ideal type of farming, and in his project presentation, he talked about initiatives related to the "Green Strategy" to deal with various problems such as soaring fertilizer and fuel prices, as well as targeting a new customer base. In response to the changes in the situation, issues were set, such as the announcement of cutting-edge initiatives utilizing SNS and crowdfunding. Project activities can be said to be the basis of Yatsushiro 4HC activities, and since April this section has assigned responsibilities to all club members, and from clarifying issues to giving guidance on the content of presentations, we have been providing problem-solving support in a escort-type manner. It seems Yatsushiro 4HC has been recognized for its achievements in project activities at the Kumamoto Prefecture Youth Farmers Conference, and has won the overall championship for the second time in a row. It seems that the department will continue to support project activities so that they can continue to work while stimulating the motivation of each club member. We will introduce several types of delicious rice from Kumamoto, which are made from the delicious water of Kumamoto Prefcture. Kuma-san no Kagayaki, crossbreeding (mother × father) Nankai No. 137 rice × Chubu No. 98 rice, cultivated and registered: 15 years of cultivation at the Kumamoto Prefectural Agricultural Research Center, born in 2016, 2018 Full-scale debut. (Publication of application for varieties: October 27, 2016), 1,238 entries were solicited in April 2017, 10 of which were selected by Kundo Koyama (born in Amakusa City), Governor Kabashima is selected. It seems that it means "beautiful shining rice born in Kumamoto". Cultivated in semi-flat areas at the foot of mountains in Kumamoto Prefecture. It doesn't harden even when cold, so it's perfect for box lunches and rice balls. In addition, it is resistant to lodging and is easy to cultivate. The number of ears is large and the yield is high, and the harvest period is mid-to-late October. Sando no Tokimeki (Hinohikari rice) and Sando no Tokimeki rice are rice produced throughout Kumamoto Prefecture. Crossbreeding: Aichi No. 40 rice (Yellow Koganebare rice) × Koshihikari rice, Breeding / Registration: Raised at the Miyazaki Prefectural General Agricultural Experiment Station and registered in 1990. Origin of the name Hinohikari rice: It seems that it comes from the "Sun" that represents western Japan (Kyushu) and the way the rice shines. Sando-no Tokimeki Rice: Morning, noon, and night, every time you eat three meals, your heart will flutter (apparently named in 1989 by a 70-year-old grandfather at the time). Hinohikari rice is widely cultivated in western Japan, mainly in Kyushu. Sando no Tokimeki rice is a JA group product grown in Kumamoto Prefecture. Characteristics of cooked rice Slightly small grains, taste, aroma, stickiness triple time and very delicious. Mori no Kumasan Rice: Crossbreeding, Hinohikari Rice × Koshihikari Rice, Breeding and Registration At the Kumamoto Agricultural Research Center, we have been working on the development of new varieties of paddy rice since 1989. The breed was registered on June 27, 2000. (Cultivar application publication: March 12, 1999) Origin of the name Meaning that it was 'produced' in 'Mori no Miyako' and 'Kumamoto' Features of cooked rice The appearance, stickiness, taste and overall evaluation of the cooked rice are excellent. seems to be Kumasan no Chikaramai: Crossbreeding, Hinohikari rice × Hokuriku No. 174 rice, Breeding and registration: Born in 2006 after 10 years at the Kumamoto Prefectural Agricultural Research Center, registered on September 17, 2008. (Cultivar application published March 4, 2008) Origin of the name: "Yusui Sodachi Rice", which appeared in the 2008 crop, held an open call for product names while selling. The brand name is decided after repeated selection meetings. After that, he decided to create a design based on the image of Kumamoto's beautiful spring water, and after that, it seems that the production proceeded with the involvement of designers. Characteristics of cooked rice cultivated in Kumamoto Prefecture The grains are large, and the overall appearance, stickiness, and taste of the cooked rice seem to be highly evaluated. It doesn't harden even when cold, so it's perfect for box lunches and rice balls. Remarks It seems to have high temperature ripening property. Eco Farm Tateishi Co., Ltd.'s cherry tomatoes in the Gunchiku area of Yatsushiro City carefully grow the Kosuzu cherry tomato variety. As a feature, it is characterized by a deep red color and the sugar content seems to be about 8 degrees on average. The flesh is firm, so it keeps for a long time, it is easy to eat like a fruit, and it has twice as much lycopene and vitamins as ordinary round tomatoes. The pulp and jelly popping in your mouth seem to be fresh. It seems that it is scheduled to be around the beginning of October every year. Also, it looks like cherry tomato, which is rich in minerals and has a high sugar content, cultivated using sea soil. It has a moderate acidity and flavor, and I've heard that it's carefully grown in a clean greenhouse. Heavy rain in Kumamoto from the night of July 3rd to the morning of July 4th, 2020 (Kuma River and tributaries flooded in various places such as Hitoyoshi City, Kuma Village, Yatsushiro City Sakamoto Town, and landslides occurred frequently in Ashikita Town and Tsunagi Town. The Meteorological Agency, which is an external station of the prefecture, announced the heavy rain special police for the first time in the prefecture). It is located on the summit of Mt. Yatsushiro at an altitude of about 500 m, overlooking Unsenjimahara. It seems that you can freely look at the stars by operating various anti-aircraft binoculars and telescopes around the corridor overlooking. A starry sky class using high-field low-magnification binoculars for constellation observation is also held, and daytime solar observation equipment is also available. Enrichment) ”has been resumed in earnest. Following the observatory facility that was reopened in November 2021, the accommodation facility that had completed the restoration of the water supply facility went into operation on April 29. The observatory was established by Sakamoto Village before the merger in 1997 as a forest experience exchange center near the summit of Mt. Hachiryuzan at an altitude of 499 m. Currently, the city is the third sector (in the new national comprehensive development plan formulated in 1969, a public-private joint venture jointly funded by public enterprises and private capital is the main body of large-scale development for regional development and industrial infrastructure development. It seems that the business is outsourced to "Sakamoto Onsen Center (Kawatake, Sakamoto Town)". The highlight is the refracting telescope with a diameter of 30 cm, which is one of the largest observatories open to the public in Japan. It has a total of four cottages and lodges for accommodation, and has been popular as a tourist base, but it seems that access to the observatory was difficult due to heavy rain that interrupted National Highway No. 219 along the Kuma River. It is said that about 502 years ago, Iwasaki Shimenokami TADAHISA of Yatsushiro's Agetsuchi lord of a castle encouraged rush cultivation in the territory. The Iwasaki Shrine, which enshrines Prince Iwasaki, was built on the ruins of the castle, and seems to be gathering the worship of local residents. Most of the Yatsushiro Plain is reclaimed land and is blessed with water, so the area is known all over the world as Japan's number one rush producing area. For a while, the production volume decreased significantly due to the influence of cheap Juncus decipiens produced in foreign countries, but while Japanese culture is being reviewed again, we are working on breeding and developing new rush products to create a new living space. It seems that food development based on utilization and health consciousness is being actively carried out. Products using rush are used not only for cushions, coasters, bags, Japanese traditional paper, but also for interiors and foods, and it seems that the range of utilization is expanding greatly as a special product of the Yatsushiro area. However, in 1997, the rush crash occurred. It seems that some people had difficulty in rebuilding their business due to the disappearance of Japanese straw floor covering from Japanese greenhouses and the drastic decrease in demand, and the large amount of Juncus from China. Don't forget those who have experienced the hellish suffering of the workers. Around 2000, at the Totsurazawa site in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture (around 300-400 AD), indentations of textile woven with wild grass like rush were found from the bottom of Jomon pottery, and unglazed earthenware was discovered. There is an example. The history of tomato production in the Yatsushiro area seems to have started around 1953. JA Yatsushiro Gunchiku Horticulture Club was established in 1961. It is famous as a historical group that has been leading the production of tomatoes in Kumamoto. The Gunchiku area was the bottom of the sea about 100 years ago, and it seems that the layer about 30 cm below the field is rich in its heritage, natural salt, seaweed and oyster shell minerals. As a result, the tomatoes made in Gunchiku seem to be tomatoes with the same sugar content but with a completely different taste, and rich and delicious mineral tomatoes. Certification 17-003, Yatsushiro City, JA Yatsushiro Gunchiku Horticulture Department, Kumamoto Prefecture GAP, Tomatoes, Mini Tomatoes In addition, it seems that all the subcommittees are working on Nakashima farming method. It seems that it aims to provide safe and delicious tomatoes to consumers by firmly making soil based on soil diagnosis. In addition, more than 80% of the producers in the 54eaves club have young successors, and many young managers in their 20s and 30s belong to it, which is exactly Scratch my back and I will scratch yours. It is an attractive subcommittee where active production can be expected in 20 or 30 years. Gunchiku is located in the center of Kumamoto prefecture, in the reclamation plain facing the Yatsushiro Sea. The layer about 30 cm below the field seems to be rich in its heritage natural salt, seaweed and oyster shell minerals. As a result, it seems that tomatoes made in Gunchiku will be tomatoes with the same sugar content but with a completely different taste and rich and delicious mineral tomatoes compared to tomatoes made in other production areas and other collection points in Yatsushiro. Tomatoes grown in well-balanced soil sink when the fruits are tightly packed and soaked in water. It seems that cherry tomatoes grown in soil with a good mineral balance have a high aroma and last a long time. The members of the club seem to be working hard every day to make rich tomatoes and cherry tomatoes that are rich in minerals and amino acids. At the Gunchiku Horticulture Department, Nakajima Agricultural Method (founder Mr. Todomu Nakashima is based on the basic technology that has been reached through many years of research. It is to maintain sound soil preparation technology based on soil diagnosis and healthy growth of crops. This farming method is unique to Seikaken Co., Ltd. (Toriko, Nishihara Village, Aso District), which was developed by focusing on the mineral balance of soil, which is essential for the life of humans and crops. Based on this, it seems that it is based on sound soil preparation, proper fertilization of mineral components, and growth control with foliar spray during the growing season of crops. And it is safe and can contribute to people's health. It seems that they are producing tomatoes and cherry tomatoes using brown sugar and vinegar farming methods, as well as soil preparation by thoroughly pursuing the production of delicious and high-quality agricultural products. It is cultivated using not only the ingredients but also the time-consuming and luxurious farming method. Brown sugar, vinegar farming method (Okinawa brown sugar is melted in boiling water, and Bayem bacteria (Shimamoto Microbial Industry? Ferment material for making liquid). The finished fermented liquid cannot be stored for a long time at room temperature like Togen No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 and root sugar, but for those who actively use the fermented liquid for irrigation. It seems that the cheapest fermented liquid can be made. The contained glucose is 100% active glucose made by an enzymatic reaction by useful microorganisms, has a high penetration rate into plants, and is quickly absorbed from the roots when mixed with irrigation. , Increasing the sugar content in the plant body and exerting an effect on healthy growth) It seems that it will become a more delicious and rich tomato by increasing the sugar content of glucose and fructose from the effect of fermenting it for 3 to 4 days. In addition, the wax effect on the leaf surface seems to have a repellent effect on pests, and it seems that the tomatoes themselves can be glossy and have a long shelf life. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and seems to be kind to the body. In addition, the county horticultural subcommittee has released the tomato cultivation standards and cultivation history management table to supply safe and delicious agricultural products. Thank you for seeing the producer's face. The brand “Hachibe Tomato（Separately, tomatoes that are cultivated in soil rich in salt and minerals peculiar to the reclaimed land peculiar to the Yatsushiro area and have the characteristics of high sugar content, small balls and hard skin are salted tomatoes (trade name: “Sun child” and “salt”. It is branded as “Salt Jiro”), and the sugar content of 8 degrees or more is named “Celebrity” and the sugar content of 10 degrees or more is named “Royal Celebrity”. In addition, non-standard tomatoes are used for processing dried tomatoes, tomato ketchup, tomato juice, and the like.）” produced by the JA, “Juncus decipiens”, the raw material for Japanese straw floor covering, and Citrus maxima 'Banpeiyu’, which is registered as Guinness as the world's largest citrus fruit, boast the highest production in Japan. In addition, facility gardening such as strawberries and melons, “outdoor vegetables” containing a lot of minerals in reclaimed land, “ginger” which is one of the leading production areas in Japan, and “Yoshino Pear” (Kumamoto prefecture), which has the oldest history in the prefecture. It is also famous as the “birthplace of pears.” In 1904, Kumasaburo YAMADA planted 100 pear seedlings near the former Yoshino Village Hotta (currently Yatsushiro District), and in June 2004. Is holding a grand commemorative ceremony to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Yoshino pear planting.) And other agricultural products are being shipped to various parts of the country with passion and affection by producers. The JA's agricultural products are both delicious and safe. Toyo Town (Masonry Village), which is the main production area for ginger cultivation in the Yatsushiro area, is located in the central and southern part of Kumamoto Prefecture, between the Yatsushiro Plain and the Kyushu Mountains, about 40 km from Kumamoto City. The climate is relatively warm and rainy with an average annual temperature of 15.3 degrees Celsius and an annual rainfall of 2,437 mm, with an average annual temperature of 15.15 km, north-south 15.27 km, and a total area of 64.56 km2. In the same production area, there are not many fields with large-scale infrastructure development, and the main planting is in small fields peculiar to mountainous areas, and it seems that the average area per field is 350 m2 or less. The ginger field that spreads out in the valley-shaped stepped fields has been selected as one of the 100 best terraced rice fields in some areas, but due to the slope, cultivation management is centered on small machines and manual work, and the land conditions are inefficient as a field. It seems that it is. In the area, cultivation began in some areas as a seed ginger producing area from the end of the Taisho era, but with the rice production adjustment in 1970, the cultivation using paddy fields increased sharply, and the ginger producing area became. It was formed and now seems to be a specialty of the town, which accounts for about 40% of the prefecture's shipments. Every year on the 4th Sunday of October, a ginger festival is held to announce the harvesting work of ginger, along with a fair to determine the crops. This festival has been held 37 times this year, and it has become a big event for the whole town, where more than 30,000 people from all over the country gather. It seems that the original culture strain has been introduced as the most important seed in ginger production. Currently, it is growing, and it seems that it is working hard to improve quality and yield by breeding varieties with high productivity and storability and selecting excellent lines. As a measure for irrigation in the summer, which has a large impact on yield, the order and time of use of water sources, valley springs, water tanks, etc. secured by boring, usage fees, etc. are allocated to each district, and arrangements are made to ensure smooth watering work. Seems to be. As a measure for soil preparation, soil analysis is carried out every year, and farming cooperation with other areas is carried out while performing appropriate fertilization. I hear that they are enforcing the management of tolerable soil. In terms of disease control, Pythium myriotylum Drechsler (P. zinziberis Takahashi), which causes the most serious damage to ginger diseases, overwinters mainly in the form of follicles with damaged tissues, is transmitted to the soil, and is a species caused by diseased tubers. It seems that tuber transmission is also performed. Secondary transmission is caused by zooloculants released from the bacterial cells into the water, so it seems that it may occur frequently when the field is flooded. It is infected when the soil temperature is 15 to 20 ° C or higher, 5 After the end of the month, the number of occurrences tends to increase when there is a lot of rainfall. The first occurrence in a normal year is in the middle of June, but it seems that the first occurrence will be earlier in a year when the soil temperature is high.) In the past (1969-1971), it was heard that torrential rain and humid conditions followed by Pythium myriotylum Drechsler (P. zinziberis Takahashi), which caused catastrophic damage to the survival of the production area. As a result of investigating this factor, the dumping of the diseased ginger into the river was considered to be one of the causes of the spread of the disease. It seems that the water source has been secured and the disease-free bacteria have been irrigated. Furthermore, it seems that thorough preventive management is being carried out, such as introducing soil disinfection technology, changing work shoes for each field when entering ginger fields, and replacing disinfection greenhoses. Well, as a drainage measure in the field, it seems that it is secured so that drainage can be done by thoroughly implementing drainage measures before planting and enhancing drainage in small grooves at small intervals. In recent years, as a measure against pests, moth-proof lights have been installed to reduce the chemical control of night moths, which are the main pests, and it seems that safer and more secure ginger is being produced. As of 2009, in the Asian market, where high growth has continued, demand for high-end Japanese foodstuffs and Japanese food has increased significantly due to the emergence of the wealthy and middle class. In addition to the WTO accession of China and Taiwan in Asia, the EPA: Economic Partnership Agreement between Japan and Asian countries (elimination and reduction of tariffs on goods between two or more countries / regions, improvement of investment environment, etc. The fact that trade liberalization is accelerating, such as the establishment of a series of agreements that establish common rules for the protection of intellectual property rights and strengthen economic ties, is also a tailwind for expanding agricultural exports. It was. Kumamoto Prefecture, which is located in central Kyushu, is geographically close to Asia and is in a favorable environment in terms of logistics. It still remains an important issue in the development of agriculture. The JA, which is located in the Yatsushiro area of Kumamoto prefecture, aims to provide more delicious, safer and more secure agricultural products with NEC (established by NEC Corporation on July 17, 1899) and NEPON Inc. (6, 1948). Introduced “Agricultural ICT Cloud Service” jointly developed by (established on 9th of March) from 2012 to 2013. The situation of the field, which was previously unknown without visiting the site, can be monitored in real time through sensors and smartphones installed in the house. In addition to helping to maintain the optimum environment, it is also used as a management platform for strictly complying with the pesticide use regulations stipulated by law. The result is that the temperature of the field and the amount of carbon dioxide are monitored in real time through sensors in the greenhouse and smartphones and tablet terminals. In addition to helping to maintain the optimum environment, it also suppresses risks such as abnormal temperatures. If you enter the sprayed pesticide into the system, the cumulative spray amount for each ingredient will be calculated automatically. Supports stricter management by raising alerts such as reversing colors just before reaching the specified amount. By analyzing the accumulated data, know-how can be extracted as objective data. It seems that he was able to grasp the tendency to produce good results and use it for future farming guidance.（The agricultural ICT cloud service collects and stores the temperature / humidity of the field, the amount of sunshine, the amount of carbon dioxide, etc. in the cloud through sensors installed in the house, and realizes remote monitoring. If you set a threshold value for temperature etc., it is possible to ring the smartphone and issue an alarm when there is an abnormality. Respond quickly to troubles and avoid damage.）Yatsushiro Specialty Banpeiyu : Registration No. 94, Registration Date March 30, 2020, Registration Application No. 201, Registration Application Date, March 29, 2019, Registered Producer Name of organization, Yatsushiro GI Brand Promotion Council, Address of registered producer organization, Furushiro Town, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto, Name of representative of registered producer organization, Chairman Mr. Yoshihisa Hayashida. Address of website of registered producer organization, Classification of Specified Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, etc. Class 1 Agricultural Products Fruits (citrus decumana), Names of Specified Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Yatsushiro Specialty citrus decumana, Yatsushiro Specialty Banpeiyu, Production Area of Specified Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Kumamoto Prefecture Yatsushiro City, Furushiro Town, Yatsushiro District, Kumamoto Prefecture, Characteristics of specified agriculture, forestry and fishery products, etc. The average shipping size is about 20 cm in width. Some of them weigh more than 4 kg when they become large, and in 2005, they were certified as the Guinness World Records as the world's heaviest in the citrus pomelo category. In addition, a coloring standard is set at the time of shipment, and as the maturity progresses, a refreshing citrus aroma spreads from the epidermis, and it seems that the taste is excellent with moderate sweetness and refreshing acidity. Due to its size and good taste, “Yatsushiro specialty citrus decumana” has long been popular as a fruit in the Yatsushiro region, which represents winter, and is now highly regarded by the market as a specialty product and as a gift such as year-end gifts. It has been exported to Hong Kong since 2014 and seems to be used as a gift for the Chinese New Year. Production method of specified agriculture, forestry and fishery products (1) Cultivation method: Banpeiyu is used for varieties (a) Artificial pruning is performed during the flowering period to promote fruit set and enlargement (b) Promotion of fruit enlargement (C) Pruning and bagging to improve the appearance. For shipping, it is assumed that the width is 15 cm or more and the actual color is almost complete. However, if the damage caused by scratches or pests exceeds 1/2, it will be used for processed products. Shipping form as a final product: The shipping form of “Yatsushiro specialty citrus decumana” as a final product is fruits and vegetables (citrus decumana). : The Yatsushiro area has abundant soil and abundant water brought by the Kuma River and Hikawa, and is a fertile and well-drained soil. It faces the Yatsushiro Sea and has a warm climate with long sunshine hours. It seems that it is suitable for the production of pomelo because the dew is removed by the sea breeze and it is difficult for frost to fall. In the Yatsushiro area, Yatsushiro Zabon has been cultivated as a garden tree since the 17th century, and there has been cultivation technology for pomelo since ancient times. Therefore, it seems that the technology and management method necessary for large ball production and artificial pollination, fruit thinning, pruning, and bagging for quality improvement permeated the area, and it was established as a production center of Banpeiyu together with geographical factors. In 1965, along with establishing the current shipping standards, it seems that it has been working on quality improvement and regional brand products by using the name “Yatsushiro specialty citrus decumana”. The track record of producing specified agricultural, forestry and fishery products in the production area, the place of origin is Polynesia and Malaysia, and it was introduced to Japan in 1930. It was called citrus decumana because it was later than Banpeiyu cultivated in Taiwan. After introducing it to Japan, it was difficult to find a suitable place for cultivation, but it seems that it was planted in the Yatsushiro area in 1951 and confirmed to be a suitable place. The characteristics of citrus decumana were announced at the Kumamoto Prefecture Citrus Festival in the 1955s, and it seems that planting has increased. In 1965, the Banpeiyu Citrus Subcommittee of the Yatsushiro Fruit Agricultural Cooperative Association was established, and the current shipping standards were set. In addition, it seems that cultivation spread rapidly with the donation to His Majesty the Emperor. It was decided as a recommended variety in the prefecture in 1975, and it seems that it has become established as a specialty citrus in the Yatsushiro area as the area increases. It is often used for local events, and it is also useful as a gift such as year-end gifts, and it seems that it has been evaluated by market participants and consumers. According to the statistics of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in 2015, about 90% of the national production is produced in the Yatsushiro area, and it is said that the shipment volume in 2018 is 800 tons. Applicability of Article 13, Paragraph 1, Item 4 (b) of the Act Not applicable. In 1920, it is reported that the high-quality fruit variety “Banpeiyu” was imported from the Malay Peninsula, where it originated, to Taiwan by Yaichi Shimada, a botanist from Kumamoto Prefecture who was working for the Government-General of Taiwan at that time. Fifteen years later, in 1935, by courtesy of Mr. Shimada, as a result of making a prototype at the Kumamoto Prefectural Fruit Experiment Station, it seems that it was found to be suitable for the climate of Kumamoto, especially the Yatsushiro region. Currently, as one of the recommended citrus varieties in Kumamoto Prefecture, the fruit has a high commercial value and is donated to the development of regional agriculture so that it is encouraged only in the Yatsushiro region. “Yatsushiro City”, Kumamoto Prefecture : It is located about 40 km south of Kumamoto City, the prefecture's capital. It has an area of about 50 km from east to west, about 30 km from north to south, and an area of about 680 km2. The west faces Yatsushiro Sea, and the north is Yatsushiro District, Uki, Kamimashiki, and Shimomashiki. It borders Higashiusuki District in the east and Kuma District and Ashikita District in the south. It is divided into mountainous areas and plains by the “Hinagu fault scarp”.（It is estimated that the latest activity period for the Kouya-Shirahata section is after about 1,600 years ago and before about 1,200 years ago. The average activity interval is unknown, and it is possible that the amount of deviation during activity was about 2 m, mainly due to right lateral deviation. In the Hinagu section, the average activity interval may be about 36 million years to 11,000 years. New The activity period is estimated to be after about 8400 years ago and before about 2,000 years ago. Dislocation It seems that there was a relative uplift of about 3 m on the southeast side and a lateral shift to the right beyond that. It is possible that the Yatsushiro Sea section was active at intervals of about 11,100 to 6,400 years on average. New The activity period is estimated to be after about 1,700 years ago and before about 900 years ago. There is a possibility of the Higo earthquake in 744 AD. It is estimated that there was a deviation of about 3 m during the activity, but the direction of the deviation is unknown.etc.）About 70% of the total area is mountainous and about 30% is plain. In the mountainous area, Kunimi-peak (1,739 m) in Izumi town is the highest peak and forms the backbone area of the Kyushu Mountains. Examples of the hiding villages of the Heike no Ochiudo include Gokanosho in Kumamoto Prefecture and Gokayama in Toyama Prefecture. The city is dazzling with its history and natural scenery. The plains are rich in land formed by the Kumagawa River, one of Japan's three rapids, and the Hikawa River system. An alluvial plain centered on alluvial fans and deltas. In addition, it has a vast plain that has been reclaimed for many years. Utilizing these abundant resources, many agricultural products such as rush（Juncus effusus L. var. decipens Buchen.）and tomato are produced. In addition to the blessed natural conditions, the construction of seaside industrial land and the enhancement of port facilities were planned, and factories of large companies entered the market from early on. It is in the middle of developing as one of the prefecture's leading industrial cities. Developed Yatsushiro Port, the largest international trading port in the prefecture as an Asia logistics base. It is a key point for land and sea transportation. It is famous as an area with abundant nature, resources, and a high base of transportation. Kumamoto Prefecture faces the sea on the west side, and the rest of the mountains are lined up, so the climate varies from region to region. Around the Kumamoto Plain, summer is hot and winter is cold inland. At dusk in Summer, a phenomenon called “Higo evening calm” occurs, in which the area becomes calm. The Amakusa region has an oceanic climate, and the coastal area is famous as the northernmost point of coral reefs. There is a basin in the Kuma region in the south, and it seems that summers are hot and winters are cold. The Aso region surrounded by Asogairin mountain has a mountainous climate, and it is relatively cool in summer. In winter, the temperature drops to below freezing, and it seems that snow can be seen. Precipitation is high in Kuma and Aso, especially near Mt. Aso, reaching more than that in a year. This abundant rain brings water sources to various parts of the prefecture and provides vitality to moisturize the fields and people. In Prefecture, heavy rains occur during the rainy season, and heavy and torrential rains are likely to occur due to the hot and humid southwestern air currents coming from the East China Sea. About two-thirds of the Yatsushiro coastal area seems to be reclaimed new land. In this area, small rivers such as the Kuma River, Hi River, and Sunagawa, which are one of the three major rapids in Japan, pour into the Shiranui Sea. It seems that it is. It was when Kiyomasa Kato, who is famous as a warlord and a civilian, came to Higo as a nation, and even if the feudal lord replaced Mr. Hosokawa, he married Yatsushiro chamberlain Matsui. There is also a military significance as an avant-garde base for Mr. Shimazu of the Satsuma domain, and since he was given the right to reclaim the area near the mouth of the Kuma River, it seems that there are many new areas from the vicinity of the former Yatsushiro town to Hinagu town. In particular, the clan seems to have planned to develop a large new land in the three counties of Yatsushiro, Shimomashiki, and Uto as a remedy for the clan's financial tightness during the period of culture and civil affairs. At that time, Ryohei Kanokogi, who was appointed as Nozu Tenagaso village headman (Ryuhoku Town, “Kagami Town”, etc.), is still famous for opening 400 towns and 700 towns. It is a village shrine in the modern shrine. The deity is Kiyomasa KATO. If you worship, you can get a red stamp. Benefits include family safety, business success, civil engineering and construction, and both Bunbu and Budo. Kagami Town, Yatsushiro City is a land opened by reclamation, with about 80% of the total area reclaimed from the sea. It is said that the reclamation work near Kagami Town began around 1688-1704 under the Kumamoto feudal lord Hosokawa in the Edo period. It seems that Mr. Taira prayed to the Holy Spirit of Kiyomasa-Ko as a pioneer of civil engineering work and newly reclaimed rice field development when he approached the construction. And with his son Kennosuke and others, it is reported locally that he succeeded in three major reclamation works of 100 towns, 400 towns, and 700 towns from 1805 to 1822. In 1822, after the construction was completed, he solicited a spirit from the Jyoike Mausoleum of Honmyoji Temple, which enshrines Kiyomasa, and built a temple as a guardian deity of a new area in order to reward the blessing of Kiyomasa. Known by the name of “Seishoko”, it was originally a shrine temple for both Shinto and Buddhism, but in 1870, it was changed to a Shinto festival by Ordinance Distinguishing Shinto and Buddhism, and it seems that it was lined up at the village shrine. The Jyoike Mausoleum was also changed to a Shinto shrine in the Meiji era, and seems to be the current Kato Shrine in Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City. He was mourned for his virtues and is now enshrined at Bunsei Shrine in Kagami Town, Yatsushiro. It is said that the tombs of the father and son of Kanokogi Ryohei and Kennosuke remain as historic sites in Kagami Town. The annual festival is September 24th, which is the annual autumn festival. Higo big shinto music : Large grand kagura performance at Ise, Shinko-shiki procession, Shinme, shrine maiden dance, etc. are dedicated, and in recent years, it seems that local children have held portable shrines and judo competitions. In addition, it seems that various structures using rush, a special product dedicated from each district, will appear. In addition, there are festivals on February 24th and July 24th, and it seems to be crowded with stalls. Also, on January 15th every year, it seems that a porridge ritual is held to tell the story of the crops of the year. I heard that there are Kaizu Shrine (Ichikishimahimejin) and Wago Shrine (Watatsumi Ogami) in the precincts. Currently, road approaching a shrine is a roadway commonly known as “Baba street”, but it seems that the large entrance gate, which was built across the road in the Taisho era, retains its remnants. Most of them have been knocked down by several typhoons in recent years, but it seems that large ginko also shows beautiful autumn leaves in autumn, making the local people feel the season. “Hikawa Town, Yatsushiro District” is located in the northern part of the Yatsushiro area, almost in the center of Kumamoto prefecture, about 30 km south of Kumamoto city. It borders Uki City in the north and Yatsushiro City in the south. A second-class river Hikawa flows from east to west in the center of the town, and with National Highway No. 3 running from north to south as the boundary, forests and hills in the east, and Shiranui reclamation that is famous throughout the country as “Hachirogata in the west” in the west. It is a town with a total area of 33.36 km2 with a flat area including the beginning. “Banpeiyu” : It is famous as a kind of Pomelo which is said to be the largest fruit in the world.It weighs about 2 kg, and the larger ones weigh more than 3 kg. It is about 20 cm in diameter and is about the size of a child's head. Kumamoto Prefecture is famous as the only production area in Japan, and Yatsushiro is a famous production area. I heard that Banpeiyu was introduced in areas with a warm climate around 1951. Cultivation became popular in the 1970s, and currently it produces more than 80% of the prefecture as a whole. It seems that it begins to bloom from mid-April to early May every year. Other citrus fruits, such as Citrus grandis, amanatsu (Citrus natsudaidai) , and Hassaku oranges, must be pollinated to produce fruit and are mainly artificially pollinated. The flowers bloom for a day, and the farmers chase after the bulging buds and perform the mating work at once. It is necessary to pluck the buds before flowering in order to make a good flower. When the pollination work is finished and the small fruits start to grow, hang small bags one by one on the ones grown in the open field. It plays a role in protecting fruits from an early stage so that they are not affected by diseases and pests. From early to mid-July, large bags are placed on both open-field and greenhouse-grown fruits that have grown vigorously. Furthermore, a special water-repellent sheet is put on it. The property of liquid is easy to evaporate at room temperature. Ingenuity is made to prevent the surface of the fruit from getting sunburned.In order to prevent the large Banpeiyu from falling naturally or due to a typhoon, preparations are made for branching (Hanging branches with strings). In mid-November, about a month later, we will start removing the bags that were covered for the harvest. It seems that the whole fruit is harvested by choosing from those that are colored yellow by about 70 to 80%. The open field is from January to early February. The house is open from late November to mid-January. Instead of shipping immediately, it seems that they will be taken to another greenhouse where they will be stored for about 10 days（In order to mature the bluish bottom to yellow, the balls are turned upside down and exposed to sunlight evenly. Finish with soft flesh with increased sugar content: Lined up in a plastic greenhouse. In today's world, humans rarely see each other, but they are kindly close to each other.）. Sorted by appearance and size at three fruit sorting plants in the Yatsushiro area. After carefully packing the boxes, they are shipped to Kyushu, Kanto and Kansai. From November to January, it is mainly used for gifts, and from February to April, it is distributed nationwide with the original taste of the variety. Marmalade, jam, and jelly with an elegant taste are sold at the local product hall and are popular. Candied zabon pickles have long been popular with a wide range of people. It lasts for a long time, so it's okay for 1-2 months at room temperature. Not only can you lightly dry the peeled skin and enjoy it as a bath salt, but you can also expect a beautiful skin effect. It seems that the first fruit selection of “Benpeiyu Citrus”, a specialty of the Yatsushiro region, which is one of the world's largest citrus fruits, was held on November 29, 2021 at the JA Yatsushiro Fruit Selection Center (Buiwara Shimo Town, Yatsushiro City). It is popular as a gift for the year-end and New Year holidays, and is shipped all over the country. This fruit is a kind of pomelo, and the popular 2L size seems to have a diameter of 19 to 21 cm and a size of about 2 kg. About 80 houses are cultivated, and about 3500 bundles per day will be shipped mainly to Kanto and Kansai. The first sale in 2021 was held on December 2nd. It seems that mature fruits were brought in one after another by truck on this day, and the grades were sorted according to size and appearance. I heard that it will ship about 200,000 bundles by March 2021 and aim for sales of around 125 million yen. Recruitment for 2022 Community Development Dream Challenge Promotion Project: In Kumamoto Prefecture, aiming for regional revitalization and recovery and reconstruction from the torrential rains of July 2020, we will support voluntary community development by municipalities and local organizations. Comprehensive support for initiatives that lead to reduction measures, local treasure hunting, entrepreneurship, exchange promotion, etc. Efforts aimed at finding and training human resources such as young people and regional revitalization cooperation teams who will play a role in community development in order to solve regional issues such as population decline countermeasures (development of human resources for regional development). In order to revitalize the region, efforts to develop the region by identifying resources in the region and disseminating information inside and outside the region. Efforts toward entrepreneurship, such as starting or expanding the scale of community businesses, etc. that utilize business methods to solve local issues. Efforts to improve the resources and characteristics of the region and utilize them to promote the expansion of the exchange population from inside and outside the prefecture. Efforts such as holding PR events that make use of local resources such as nature, food, and culture and disseminating the appeal of the area in order to put a brake on the decline in the non-resident population in the disaster area toward recovery from the heavy rains of July 2020. Among the initiatives for community development other than the above, advanced and model initiatives that make use of the characteristics and advantages of the region are cited. The papers published by Kumamoto Prefecture are truly excellent and worth studying. As the background and aim of the formulation, the 1st Kumamoto Prefectural Agricultural Experimental Research Promotion Plan was established in October 1970 to efficiently deal with the various problems facing agriculture through the concerted efforts of the administration, dissemination, and experimental research institutes. In order to solve the problem, we aim to clarify the direction of the experimental research and clarify the research promotion system and specific research items. Formulated as a target. After that, in order to respond to changes in the situation surrounding Kumamoto Prefecture agriculture and experimental research, the concept was revised sequentially, and from 2017, it seems that agriculture-related experimental research has been promoted under the ninth concept. In the four years of the previous concept period, P (price, development of new varieties that lead to price increases) × Q (quantity, securing stable production volume), which leads to the improvement of farmer's income, toward the realization of profitable agriculture It seems that they have developed technology that leads to the optimization of -C (cost, cost reduction). On the other hand, in recent years, the progress of import liberalization of overseas agricultural products due to economic globalization, the contraction of the domestic market due to population decline, the decrease and aging of the farmers, and the natural It seems that the reality is that the situation surrounding agriculture is changing, such as the increasing frequency and severity of disasters. However, in such a situation, he argues that it is important to clarify the basic direction of experimental research that plays a leading role in agricultural policy from a long-term perspective. Therefore, this 10th plan is to embody the Kumamoto Prefecture Basic Plan for Food, Agriculture, and Rural Areas, which is a guideline that indicates the direction of efforts toward the maintenance and development of agriculture and rural areas in the prefecture. In order to solve the above, the previous concept was reviewed and formulated. It seems that the concept period will be four years, with FY2021 as the first year and FY2024 as the target year. However, for issues that require long-term efforts, such as breeding, it seems that consideration will be given to continuous efforts after that, regardless of the concept period. In recent years, it has clearly stated that it will respond flexibly and flexibly to new urgent issues that arise during the plan period, in light of the changing needs of agricultural sites and the increasing speed of technological development. Efforts are also being made to visualize and manage numbers using IT in agriculture, but this will only work if the experience of farmers is included. For JA Group Kumamoto to face the market, quality must be uniform. In order to prevent variations in fruit sorting work among JAs, one JA provides know-how to other JAs, and efforts are made to raise the quality of the fruit as a whole. Additionally, a cooperative system is being developed, such as contracting out fruit selection from neighboring JAs. There is also a Transport Improvement Council that coordinates transactions between each JA and transport companies to improve efficiency. JA Yatsushiro selects tomatoes from JA Kumamoto Uki. Since JA Kumamoto Uki does not have a tomato sorting facility, it seems that they use JA Yatsushiro's fruit sorting facility to perform the sorting on a contract basis.
The Japanese pear variety “Akizuki Pear” is a slightly Okute type red pear. Compared to existing varieties that mature after “Hosui Pear”, the fruit appearance is good and the fruit quality is excellent. The tree vigor is strong and the density of branch shoots is high. The epiphytes of short fruit branches are medium, and the epiphytes of flower buds are large. The maturity period in the breeding ground (Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture) is generally in the middle and late September, and it is harvested between “Hosui Pear” and “Niitaka Pear”, and the yield seems to be about the same as both varieties. It is resistant to black spot disease (Alternaria alternata Japanese pear pathotype), and it is said that the conventional control of red pear is sufficient for scab and other pests. The fruits are oblate and the skin color is yellow-reddish brown. The size is about 500 g, which is smaller than “Niitaka” but bigger than “Hosui Pear”. The flesh hardness is about 4 lbs（It is known that the hardness of fruits decreases as they mature and becomes the lowest toward the beginning of the harvesting period.）, which is about the same as “Hosui Pear”, and the sugar content is about 12%, which is about the same as “Hosui Pear”. The pH（It is the concentration of hydrogen ions, not the concentration of “hydrogen”.）of the juice is around 5.0, and it seems that the taste is not sour. Almost no heart rot occurs. Depending on the location and year, water-soaked pulp disorders and corkism pulp disorders may occur. The shelf life is about 10 days at room temperature of 25 ° C, which is shorter than “Niitaka Pear” and seems to be about “Hosui Pear”. When the relationship between the amount of fertilizer applied and the flesh disorder was investigated, the occurrence of cork-like disorders increased in the fertilizer-rich area (N44 kg / 10 a), and the occurrence of water immersion disorders increased in the nitrogen-free area (N0 kg / 10 a). Therefore, it is effective to reduce the nitrogen application rate in fields where many cork-like disorders occur, and to prevent nitrogen shortage by topdressing at a time when the sugar content is not affected in fields where water immersion disorders occur. It is thought that the delay in the ripening period of cork-like flesh disorder is a factor that promotes the occurrence, but it seems that the occurrence of cork-like flesh disorder can be reduced by accelerating the ripening period by spraying etephone. If the preliminary fruit thinning is delayed, the occurrence of cork-like pulp damage becomes severe, so it is presumed that it is preferable to perform the preliminary fruit thinning at an early stage（From NARO）. From the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries variety registration: Application number 10855 Date of application 1998/04/09 Date of publication of application 1999/03/18 Registration number 9401 Date of registration 2001/10/18 Duration of breeder's right 25 years Extinction date of breeder's right Variety Name and address of registrant National Research and Development Corporation Agriculture and Food Industry Technology Research Organization (Kannondai, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture): Name of the person who bred the registered varieties, Mr. Hiroshi Machida, Mr. Kazuo Toshi, Mr. Yoshihiko Sato, Mr. Kazuyuki Abe, Mr. Kurihara, Mr. Tatsushi Ogata, Mr. Toshihiro Saito, Mr. Terai, Mr. Toyohide Nishihata, Mr. Teruo Kozono, Mr. Hiroyuki Fukuda, Mr. Takeshi Kihara, Mr. Katsushige Suzuki, Restrictions on exports, no designated countries. This variety was cultivated by crossing “162-29 (Niitaka Pear × Hosui Pear)" with ”Kosui Pear”, and the fruit shape was flat, the fruit size was large, and the skin color was It is a slightly late-maturing variety that matures in late September in the yellow-red-brown breeding ground (Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture). Tree shape is medium, shoot length is medium, thickness is thick, internode length is short, lenticel size is medium, shoot color is light green-brown, short fruit branch is medium, flower bud The shape of is elliptical and the size is small. The shape of the adult leaf is egg, the shape of the tip is sharp, the shape of the base is elliptical, the angle of the serrations on the leaf edge is blunt, the leaf size and petiole length are medium, and the petiole ratio is large. The size of the petals is medium, the color of the flower just before flowering is white, the shape is an egg, the number of cuts is small, the color is white, and the presence or absence of pollen is present. Fruit shape is oblate, fruit shape index and stalk depth are medium, wide, stalk depth and width are medium, with or without fruit, fruit size is large, pericarp color Is yellow-reddish-brown, the size of the fruit is medium, the density is dense, and the rough surface of the fruit is medium. The length and thickness of the fruit stalk are medium, and the presence or absence of a stalk is absent. The shape of the fruit core is short spindle, the size is medium, the color of the flesh is white, the hardness is soft, the coarseness is dense, the browning of the cut is medium, the sweetness is high, the acidity is weak, the aroma is low, and the juice is a little. Many, seed shape is egg, medium size. The flowering period is late, the maturity period is slightly late, and in the growing area, late September, late fruit drop is absent to slight, fruit cracking is absent, and storability is medium. Compared to “Kosui Pear”, the flower color is white, the fruit is large, the maturity period is late, etc., and compared to “Hosui Pear”, the flower color is white and the fruit shape is oblate. Compared to “Ikusui Pear（Approximately 100 years after the birth of Chojuro Pear, Mr. Ota, who lives in Kawasaki City, raised this new variety from a hybrid of Hosui Pear flowers and pollen from the 20th century, and was registered in 2001. It was named after the pear of Ikuta, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The size is as large as 500g-700g, and although it has a slightly sour taste, it is a sweet and delicious variety. It is cultivated in Kawasaki City, but it seems that it is sold only at the direct sales office because the trees are young and the yield is small. The city seems to be working on environmental protection agriculture. It is an eco-friendly and sustainable agriculture by reducing the proper use and amount of chemical fertilizers and synthetic pesticides. Date of application 1997/09/10 Date of publication of application 1999/02/01 Registration number 8738 Date of registration 2001/03/13 Duration of breeder's rights 25 years Extinction date of breeder's rights 2014/03 / 14 Name and address of cultivar registrant Yusuke Ota (Ikuta, Tama Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture): Name of the person who bred the registered cultivar Mr. Yusuke Ota. This variety was cultivated by crossing “Hosui Pear” with “Nijisseiki Pear”, and has a flat fruit shape, a large fruit size, and a yellow-reddish-brown fruit skin color (Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture). In (city), it is a slightly late-maturing variety that matures in mid-September. The tree is slightly upright, the length, thickness, internode length and lenticel size of the shoots are medium, the color of the shoots is blackish brown, the number of short fruit branches is large, and the shape of the flower buds is oblong. The size is rather large. The shape of the mature leaf is elliptical, the shape of the tip is medium, the shape of the base is circular, the angle of the serrations on the leaf edge and the size of the leaf are medium, the length of the petiole is slightly short, and the ratio of petioles is medium. The size of the petals is medium, the color of the flower just before flowering is white, the shape is an egg, the number of cuts is small, the color of the petals is white, and the presence or absence of pollen is present. The shape of the fruit is oblate, the fruit shape index is medium, the depth of the stem is a little deep, the size is medium, the depth is a little deep, the size is medium, the presence or absence of fruit is mixed, the size of the fruit The size of the fruit is large, the color of the peel is yellow-reddish brown, the size of the fruit points is slightly large, the density is dense, and the rough smoothness of the fruit surface is rough. The length of the fruit stalk is medium, the thickness is thick, and there is no stalk. The shape of the fruit core is long heart, the size is small, the color of the flesh is white, the hardness is medium, the density is dense, the browning of the cut end is light, the sweetness is slightly high, the acidity is weak, the aroma is slightly low, and the fruit juice Somewhat many, seed shape is long egg, size is a little large. The flowering period is a little late, the maturity period is a little late, and in the growing area, it is mid-September. Compared to “Hosui”, the fruit core is smaller, and compared to “Niitaka Pear”, the distinction is recognized by the presence of pollen, the smaller fruit core, and the absence of fruit cracking.）”, it has a wider stem and a larger fruit core, which makes it distinctive.
Akizuki Pear is a thoroughbred variety that is a cross between three of the most popular Japanese pear varieties: Kosui, Hosui, and Niitaka. Yoshino Pear is a rare pear that is rapidly gaining fans. Not only is it high in water, but it also has a crunchy texture and a refreshing, rich sweetness.
(Miyahara District, Hikawa Town, Yatsushiro County, Kumamoto Prefecture): Hikawa Town is located in the center of Kumamoto Prefecture, approximately 30 km south of Kumamoto City (northern part of the Yatsushiro area). It is a town with a population of just under 14,000 people. It overlooks the Kyushu Mountains to the east and the Yatsushiro Sea to the west, and is located in a scenic area blessed with a warm climate, fertile land, abundant water and greenery. In addition to rice cultivation, cultivation of Yoshino pears, banpeiyu（citrus grandis）, strawberries, tomatoes, mandarin oranges, pomelo, rush (tatami omotes), roses, etc. is popular, but the main village of the town was established in Satsuma during the Edo period. As it flourished as a post town on the highway, commerce also flourished. This area has a long history and has flourished as the "village of fire'' since the Kofun period, and is known as "the birthplace of the land of fire'' and "the village of the prince of fire.'' As if to demonstrate this historical fact, the city is dotted with numerous cultural heritage sites such as the Nozu Tumulus Group (a nationally designated historic site) and prefecturally designated historic sites. On the other hand, "Hikawa Town'' itself is a new town that was created in October 2005 by the merger of the former Ryuhoku Town and the former Miyahara Town. Hikawa (a second class river) flows between the two towns from east to west, with the former Ryuhoku Town on the north side and the former Miyahara Town on the south side. Hikawa was once called the River of Fire, and produces a lot of flint (a type of quartz). Former Miyahara Town (now called Miyahara District) was created in 1989 by the merger of Miyahara Town, Miyahara Village, Hayao Village, Ima Village, Tategami Village, and Kazu Village. Several towns were incorporated in 1955. The economy of the Miyahara district has been supported by agriculture and commerce, but agriculture has shrunk significantly after the war due to changes in the industrial structure of the Japanese economy as a whole, and appears to have been a major factor in the shrinkage of the district's economic scale. On the other hand, commerce has been forced to lag behind due to the diversification and sophistication of consumption, but recently a large store has been located 7 km from the center of the district, which has had a severe impact on the central shopping district. It seems there is. I've heard that local supermarkets are now closed on Sundays, and there are more shutters in shopping districts. In terms of population, although there was no significant decline (5,884 people in 1965, 5,527 people in 1970, 5,362 people in 1980, 5,480 people in 1990, and 5,004 people in 2000), there was a marked increase in the number of nuclear families (one household per population, 4.3 people in 1965, 3.6 people in 1990, 3.3 people in 2000). This seems to be because the Miyahara area is a popular residential area. Kumamoto City is 30 minutes by JR and 50 minutes by car, and Yatsushiro City is 2 stations by JR and 15 minutes by car. The city has almost 100% water and sewage systems, is rich in nature, and has a good living environment. Because of this, his apartment is 100% full, and although there are many people who want to live there, there are no vacancies. And many of the residents commute outside of town (70-80% go to Kumamoto City, the rest to Yatsushiro City). Nowadays, it seems that the main source of the Miyahara district's economy is workers outside the town, rather than agriculture. In terms of the age structure of the population, the population is aging (the aging rate is approximately 28%). Although the area is popular as a residential area, the population is on the decline and the number of elderly households is increasing. Against the backdrop of various phenomena, people's interest in the Miyahara area decreased significantly. As a result, the distance between the government and residents widened. It was the town hall (currently the Miyahara Promotion Bureau) that felt a sense of crisis. It seems that a new town development movement started from there.
Shipping of Yoshino Pear, a specialty product in Hikawa Town, will begin on July 12, 2023. Pears have been grown in the Yoshino area for about 120 years, and currently 70 farmers grow five types of pears, including "Kosui'' and "Hosui,'' and ship them under the brand name "Yoshino Pear.'' On the 12th, pear farmers brought "Kosui,'' which is the earliest to be shipped, to the JA Yatsushiro fruit sorting facility one after another. Employees at the fruit sorting plant carefully visually checked the fruit for any scratches or deformities on the surface, measured the sugar content and diameter using a special machine, and then skillfully packed the fruit into boxes according to size. This year's product is of high quality both in appearance and taste, and we are expecting shipments of approximately 910 tons, 20 tons more than last year. Yoshino pears will continue to be shipped throughout September, and will be shipped to all parts of the country, mainly in the Kanto region, and can also be purchased at local roadside stations.
