The Umeboshi is considered a detox superfood in Japan - but it can do much more. We explain why the Japanese plum is actually so healthy.

Designed after the Asian tree species classified in the Armeniaca section of the genus Prunus subgenus Prunus. Its common names include Chinese plum, Japanese plum, and Japanese apricot. this flower, long a beloved subject in the traditional painting and poetry of East Asia and Vietnam, is usually called plum blossom #plumblossom #japanese #nature #chinese #blossom #flowers #tree #oriental #asian #plum #spring #floral #beautiful #eastern #pink #sakura #japan #redbubble #printondemand

In early May as the first strawberries are getting everyone excited about fruit again my anticipation is instead devoted singularly to ume plums. Ume season in Japan falls around the […]

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The plum is a wonderful, juicy fruit that belongs botanically to the family of Rosaceae. This fruit belongs to the genus Prunus domestica, which also includes peaches, nectarine, and almonds. It is one of the few fruits that come in a panorama of colors. The plant which bears this fruit is a small shrub that is widely grown all across the world, especially in China, United States, Japan, and Europe. The plum fruits differ in color and size according to the region of origen.

In Japan, the beauty of each season is celebrated through special words known as 'kigo (季語)' in haiku and poetry. These words capture the essence of nature and life during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Understanding and using these terms adds a romantic touch to the Japanese language. One of my favorite seasonal words is

Prunus mume - Japanese Apricot - Flower is called plum blossom - Prunus mume is related to both Apricots and Plums. cc by 3.0 Kakidai

Japan's plum trees produce amazing fruit that are full of health benefits and can be found at Tokyo's bars and restaurants in many forms.

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