Why are the Miyazaki Mangoes Very Expensive?

Miyazaki mangoes also called the ‘Eggs of the Sun’ are one of the costliest mangoes in the world. Produced in Japan’s Kyushu province, these deep red or Violet mangoes are famous for their unmatched sweetness, melt in the mouth texture and a stunning presentation.

Miyazaki mangoes are grown with great care. Each fruit is cultivated in temperature controlled greenhouses providing ideal conditions for growth. Farmers hand pollinate the blossoms and cover the fruits with protective nets to avoid damage. So thus the process is very labor intensive.

Tight selection standards result in only the best mangoes finding their way into the high end market, hence there is a low supply. The low supply coupled with rising global demand for high end fruits raises their cost.

Every year, the best Miyazaki mangoes are auctioned off to the highest bidder, with the record set in 2019 at 500,000 yen for a pair pic.twitter.com/EvETE93xG3

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Aside from their superior taste, Miyazaki mangoes also have cultural importance in Japan. Frequently presented as gifts, they represent hospitality. In beautiful boxes, their aesthetic beauty further contributes to their luxury status.

With their unmatched quality and deeply ingrained cultural significance, Miyazaki mangoes remain a premium priced fruit and one of the most exclusive fruits in the world.