{"product_id":"yamagata-golden-plum","title":"Japanese Yamagata Golden Plum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYamagata Golden Plum from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamagata Golden Plum is a Japanese plum recognised for its golden-yellow skin, yellow flesh and refreshing balance of sweetness and gentle tartness. With its attractive golden appearance and juicy texture, this seasonal Japanese plum is a distinctive choice for fresh fruit lovers in Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the fruit while it is still firm for a crisp, satisfying bite, or allow it to ripen further for softer flesh and a juicier eating experience. As the plum ripens, its sweetness and aroma can become more pronounced, while the mild acidity helps balance the flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the familiar red or purple plum varieties, a golden plum has a bright yellow appearance and sometimes a reddish blush that stands out on a fruit platter. Its sweet-tart flavour makes it enjoyable on its own, served chilled, or paired with other fresh fruits for a simple dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan, Yamagata Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamagata Golden Plum Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamagata Golden Plum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan, Yamagata Prefecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese plum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden yellow, with possible colour variation or reddish blush on some fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlesh Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow to golden yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaste\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet with a gentle tart finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm and crisp when less ripe; softer and juicier as it ripens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest Enjoyed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh, chilled, on fruit platters or in simple desserts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrunus salicina group, Japanese plum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther Search Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Golden Plum, Japanese Yellow Plum, Golden Japanese Plum, Yellow Plum, Sumomo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eすもも, スモモ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese Search Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e日本李子, 日本黄金李, 日本黃金李, 山形黄金李, 山形黃金李\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Yamagata Golden Plum Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamagata Golden Plum offers a pleasant combination of sweetness and light tartness. Its flavour is refreshing rather than overwhelmingly sugary, with the acidity helping to bring out the fruit's natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture depends on ripeness. A firmer plum has a more substantial, crisp bite, while a ripe plum becomes softer, juicier and easier to eat. For a fuller flavour, allow firm fruit to ripen at room temperature before chilling it for serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally sweet, with flavour that develops as the fruit ripens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gentle tart note that balances the sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp when firm and softer when ripe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden-yellow skin and yellow flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy fresh, chilled or sliced for fruit platters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Golden Japanese Plum?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Japanese plums offer a different look from the red and purple plums commonly found in fruit shops. Their yellow skin and flesh create an attractive contrast on a fruit platter, while their sweet-tart flavour makes them suitable for everyday snacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamagata is known for its seasonal Japanese fruit, and golden plums are a distinctive option for shoppers looking to try something beyond familiar plum varieties. Enjoy them as a simple fresh fruit snack or serve them alongside grapes, berries, peaches and other seasonal fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose and Ripen Yamagata Golden Plum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose fruit that feels reasonably heavy for its size and has intact skin without deep cuts, leaking juice or collapsed soft areas. A light, natural powdery coating may be present on the skin of some plums; wash the fruit gently under clean running water before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour alone is not a reliable way to judge ripeness. Depending on the variety and batch, the skin may show slight colour differences. Check the fruit's firmness as well as its aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose fruit with intact skin and no signs of decay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep firm plums at room temperature to allow them to ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck daily and gently press the fruit; it should yield slightly when ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the plum reaches your preferred ripeness, refrigerate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash under clean running water before cutting or eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Eat Yamagata Golden Plum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamagata Golden Plum is easy to enjoy fresh. Wash the fruit, cut around the central stone and twist the two sides apart where possible. Remove the stone before eating the flesh or using it in recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh fruit snack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash and enjoy whole or cut into wedges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChilled plum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate ripe fruit before serving for a refreshing bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit platter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair golden plum slices with grapes, berries, peaches or other seasonal fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreakfast bowl:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add sliced plum to yoghurt, oats or a fruit bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve with yoghurt, panna cotta or a simple cream dessert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use ripe or slightly tart plums in fruit compotes, sauces or homemade preserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamagata Golden Plum Nutrition Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh plums naturally contain water, carbohydrates and dietary fibre, along with nutrients such as vitamin C and potassium. They can be enjoyed as part of a varied, balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following figures are a general reference for raw plums per 100g of edible portion. They are not specific laboratory results for Yamagata Golden Plum, and actual values can vary with variety and ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference Serving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g raw plum flesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 46 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 11.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 9.9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 0.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 0.3g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 9.5mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 157mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are general plum nutrition reference values. The exact nutrition of an individual fruit depends on its variety, ripeness and edible portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep firm, unripe Yamagata Golden Plums in a cool place at room temperature until they reach your preferred ripeness. Avoid leaving them in direct sunlight or excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce ripe, place the plums in the refrigerator to slow further softening. For a refreshing serving, chill the fruit briefly before eating. After cutting, place the flesh in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and consume it promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep at room temperature to ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRipe fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate to help maintain freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash the skin under clean running water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discard fruit that develops mould, leaking juice or an unusual sour smell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamagata Golden Plum is from Japan. The skin may appear golden yellow, and individual fruits may show slight differences in shade or a reddish blush. Fruit size, weight, firmness, sweetness, acidity, aroma, flesh colour, ripeness, packaging and availability may vary by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct photos are for reference only. Actual fruit appearance and ripeness may differ slightly from the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Yamagata Golden Plum from SKC Fruits?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKC Fruits brings seasonal imported fruit to Singapore, making it convenient to discover distinctive varieties alongside everyday favourites. Yamagata Golden Plum is an appealing option for shoppers who enjoy Japanese fruit, golden-yellow plums and a refreshing balance of sweetness and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal imported fruit for Singapore customers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive golden-yellow appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoyable at different stages of ripeness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fresh snacking, fruit platters and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient online fruit ordering and delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SKC Fruits","offers":[{"title":"2 Pcs","offer_id":50628152524898,"sku":null,"price":9.9,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/2880\/9826\/files\/yamagata-golden-plum.jpg?v=1791791247","url":"https:\/\/www.skcfruits.com\/products\/yamagata-golden-plum","provider":"SKC Fruits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}