Because of Kochi's advanced agricultural system and committment to eco-agriculture, Kochi has the highest yield per square meter of arable land, throughout Japan. Many vegetables produced in Kochi such as eggplants, myoga, chives, ginger, and shishito peppers, hold the top share of the national market. Environmental conservation is a key part of this success. Kochi practices environmentally friendly cultivation by reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides as much as possible, along with integrated pest and weed management technology (IPM technology), Kochi's own GAP (Good Agricultural Practice) system, and techniques for proper fertilization and soil preparation. These measures are part of Kochi's committment to considering the surrounding environment.
RELATED PRODUCTS
JAPANESE EGGPLANTS
Try the mild flavor and firm flesh of Kochi's "Tosa nasu" variety of eggplants, which are ideal for simmering and frying.
MYOGA
Myoga is a member of the ginger family, that adds a refreshing citrusy taste and a beautiful pink accent to summer dishes.
GARLIC CHIVES (NIRA)
Kochi is Japan's largest producer of garlic chives, or nira, which add a delicate garlic aroma to Japanese and Chinese dishes.
GINGER
Kochi is known for its mellow ginger, which is grown along the Shimanto, Monobe, and Nioyodo rivers.
JAPANESE EGGPLANTS
Try the mild flavor and firm flesh of Kochi's "Tosa nasu" variety of eggplants, which are ideal for simmering and frying.
MYOGA
Myoga is a member of the ginger family, that adds a refreshing citrusy taste and a beautiful pink accent to summer dishes.
GARLIC CHIVES (NIRA)
Kochi is Japan's largest producer of garlic chives, or nira, which add a delicate garlic aroma to Japanese and Chinese dishes.
GINGER
Kochi is known for its mellow ginger, which is grown along the Shimanto, Monobe, and Nioyodo rivers.
FRESH INSPIRATION
KOCHI ORIGINAL FOOD CULTURE
Discover the warm, lively food culture of Kochi. It's about enjoying heaped platters of the freshest food, with friends and strangers alike.
GUIDE TO THE SHIMANTO RIVER
Explore Kochi's lifeblood, the Shimanto River. One of the cleanest, clearest rivers in Japan, it supports the local food culture and daily life.
KOCHI AND THE KUROSHIO CURRENT
The Kuroshio Current is the secret to Kochi's abundant fresh seafood, and its mild climate, bringing schools of fish and warm weather patterns.
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