{"product_id":"577900","title":"Fresh Domestic Seasonal Apples (Tsugaru or Fuji) 2.8-kg","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e🍎 Savor the Crisp, Honeyed Crunch of Autumn! Farm-Fresh Japanese Apples at a Better Price This Season!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eJuicy, Hand-Sorted Fruit Shipped in a Protective 2.8kg Carton (Approx. 9–12 Apples). Sourced Fresh via Costco.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAnyone who has tried grocery shopping in Japan knows that buying quality fruit by the piece can get pricey quickly. Take advantage of an excellent harvest this year with this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003eFresh Domestic Seasonal Apples 2.8kg Carton\u003c\/b\u003e, carefully selected and sourced in bulk via \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"263\"\u003eCostco\u003c\/b\u003e at a noticeably lower price than last season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eDepending on the exact point of the autumn harvest, this carton features either early-season \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eTsugaru\u003c\/b\u003e (known for its gentle floral aroma, crisp skin, and refreshing mild sweetness) or late-season \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"195\"\u003eFuji\u003c\/b\u003e (celebrated worldwide for its dense crunch, honeyed interior, and long storage life). Each apple is cleanly graded, packed in protective molded trays, and shipped directly to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e💡 Why Expats Love This 2.8kg Farm Carton\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubstantially Lower Price This Year\u003c\/b\u003e: Thanks to improved regional growing conditions, this season's crop offers far more value per kilogram than last year's harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePractical Family Size (Approx. 9 to 12 Medium Apples)\u003c\/b\u003e: Unlike giant individual luxury gift melons or oversized single apples, these are sized just right for daily school lunches, morning smoothies, or on-the-go snacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDense, Long-Lasting Texture\u003c\/b\u003e: Japanese-cultivated apples are bred for solid crunch and high juice content rather than mealy or soft flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e🍏 Storage Hack: The \"Single-Apple Plastic Wrap\" Rule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eApples release natural ethylene gas as they breathe, which causes neighboring produce in your refrigerator to over-ripen and soften prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow to Store for 3–4 Weeks\u003c\/b\u003e: Wrap each individual apple tightly in plastic wrap (cling film), place them together in a plastic grocery bag, and store them in the crisper (vegetable) drawer of your refrigerator. Wrapping locks in moisture, prevents wrinkly skin, and keeps the flesh remarkably firm and juicy down to the very last fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e🍳 Simple Kitchen Hacks: \"Star-Cut\" Slices \u0026amp; Savory Pork Glazes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Waste-Free \"Star Cut\" (No Peeling Required)\u003c\/b\u003e Instead of peeling away the nutrient-rich red skin and coring into wedges, wash the apple thoroughly, turn it on its side, and slice it horizontally into thin rounds. The core forms a tiny star in the center that is easy to eat around, delivering more dietary fiber and vibrant color to your plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple-Soy Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e Grate one apple into a skillet with a splash of soy sauce, grated ginger, and a touch of mirin. Simmer over medium heat until reduced into a glossy chutney, and spoon directly over seared pork loin or chicken breast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e❄️ Creative Leftover Recovery: Quick Microwave Sauce \u0026amp; Frozen Smoothie Cubes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5-Minute Microwave Applesauce:\u003c\/b\u003e Peel and dice two leftover apples, toss with a spoonful of brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon, cover with wrap, and microwave for 4 minutes. Mash with a fork for fresh, warm applesauce to top oatmeal or pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSmoothie Prep Freezer Bags:\u003c\/b\u003e Core and cube excess apples, drop them into a freezer bag, and toss them straight into your morning blender with spinach, banana, and yogurt for a chilled breakfast smoothie without watering it down with ice cubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e💬 What Real Buyers Are Saying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\"Far More Affordable Than Local Supermarket Singles\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,1\"\u003e\"Buying apples one by one in Tokyo gets expensive fast. Sourcing this 2.8kg case through \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,1\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eCostco\u003c\/b\u003e gave us great value, especially with the price drop this year. The apples arrived firm, extremely juicy, and without any bruising.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\"Stays Incredibly Crisp in the Fridge\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,1\"\u003e\"We followed the plastic-wrap storage tip and kept them in our veggie drawer. Three weeks later, they are still crunchy and sweet. Great for our kids' lunchboxes and baking quick weekend crisps.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStep away from overpriced fruit stands and enjoy the crisp, farm-fresh sweetness of peak-season Japanese apples.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFill your crisper with the natural, juicy goodness of this 2.8kg Seasonal Apple Carton.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheFlyingPig.Com - Online Shop from Costco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45149661200565,"sku":"V-577900","price":2288.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/3192\/1845\/files\/IMG_9148.jpg?v=1788950708","url":"https:\/\/theflyingpig.com\/en\/products\/577900","provider":"TheFlyingPig.Com - Online Shop from Costco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}