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Dec 21, 2016
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Nagato Tourism Convention Association

Location: Fukagawa-Yumoto, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Time: 10:00 - next morning
Yumen Fureai Center Open-air bathLocation: 251-6 Misumi Nakayumen, Nagato City, Yamaguchi PrefectureTEL: 0837-43-1000Business hours: 10:00-21:00
Kohado Onsen Koryu Center Open-air bathLocation: 3137-1 Hiokigami, Nagato City, Yamaguchi PrefectureTEL: 0837-37-4320Opening hours: 10:00-20:00
Nagato Yuzukichi" is a type of aromatic citrus such as kabosu and sudachi, and is an original citrus of Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is grown in Nagato City, Hagi City, and Shimonoseki City, and is harvested from early August to late October, with a production volume of approximately 10 tons. It was registered as a regional collective trademark on November 2, 2007 (registration number 5088770). Nagato City is the largest producer of "Nagato Yuzukichi" in the prefecture. It is characterized by its fresh aroma and mild sourness, and is a perfect match for soy sauce. Locals eat sashimi with "Nagato Yuzukichi" on top. It is also ideal for processing into sweets and other products. *This time, ripe "Nagato Yuzukichi Komachi" are used. *Season: Mid-August to mid-October