Dekopon (デコポン) is a seedless and sweet variety of satsuma orange. It is a hybrid between Kiyomi and ponkan (Nakano no. 3), developed in Japan in 1972. [1] [2] Originally a brand name, "Dekopon" has become a genericized trademark and it is used to refer to all brands of the fruit; the generic name is shiranuhi or shiranui (不知火).

Enter dekopon citrus, a special variety available in our Produce department for a limited time only each year. This fan favorite was cultivated in Japan during the 1970s by a citrus grower on a mission to create the ultimate citrus – big, juicy-sweet and easy to peel.

Jan 12, 2024 · Sumo Citrus are also known as "dekopon," which is a Japanese reference to the distinctive top knot of the fruit. They are a hybrid citrus fruit which are a cross-breed of Navel, Pomelo and...

Jan 15, 2025 · Sumo oranges, or dekopon citrus, is a hybrid of three citrus fruits that offers a few benefits. The vitamin C content in Sumo oranges helps lessen the severity of colds and makes the fruit a...

Feb 8, 2023 · Dekopon (Citrus reticulata ‘Shiranui’) is a sweet, seedless mandarin hybrid that was developed by crossing the Ponkan or Chinese honey orange (Citrus poonensis) with the Kiyomi (Citrus unshiu × sinensis).

In the 1970s, a visionary grower in Japan set out to create the ultimate citrus experience from the best of the satsuma, orange, and mandarin varieties. This vision led to the dekopon, a hybrid mandarin with characteristics like no other and unmatched flavor.

Also known as "Dekopon" in Japan, and "Sumo Citrus" in the United States. Aromatic, easy to peel and segment, and sweet with a mild, tart flavor due to a low-acid content. Highly regarded for their balanced flavor and large size.

Dekopon Tangerines are a Japanese hybrid that is the sweetest ever to be introduced to the US. Very low in acid, Dekopon is aka Sumo Mandarins or Shiranul.

Aug 16, 2022 · As shiranui mandarins rise in demand, you can likely find them at local grocery stores. You may see them advertised as dekopon or Sumo Citrus, a brand based in California. If you have any trouble, though, order a whole box of them from an online retailer like A Gift Inside or Tomorrow’s Harvest.

Sep 10, 2024 · A Japanese hybrid of the orange and mandarin born in the late ‘70s, the Dekopon citrus is considered to be the most flavorful citrus in the world. And it’s available for a limited season right now.