Sowa Kajuen’s “Temari Mikan”

Guided by its motto, “Discover Japan’s Delicious Mandarins,” Sowa Kajuen is committed to uncompromising quality and handles every step of the process, from cultivation to processing and sales.

Since its founding, the company has focused on growing Arita mandarins, one of Japan’s best-known fruit brands. It promotes advanced farming practices, including the early adoption of optical sensors for sorting fruit and the use of reflective ground covers to increase sugar content. Sowa Kajuen has also introduced new technologies, such as cloud-based systems and drone-assisted orchard management, to improve productivity and support the development of the entire mandarin-growing region.

One of the orchard’s best-selling processed products is Temari Mikan. Made with whole, off-grade Arita mandarins measuring about 2 inches in diameter, this compote is bottled in syrup and can be eaten in a single bite. Their small size means the mandarins have thin skins and concentrated sweetness. They are also processed while freshly picked, so they are packed with juicy flavor!

Although availability varies depending on the mandarin harvest and inventory, Temari Mikan is generally sold from around March through October each year. Due to its overwhelming popularity, it may be available only by reservation through the official website, depending on stock levels. A limited quantity is also sold at the retail store on the first floor of Sowa Kajuen’s headquarters, but it often sells out, so be sure to check availability before visiting.