Kagoshima Tarumizu Green Beans | Japanese Vegetables Grown with Nature and Water
Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture.
This region, with a view of Sakurajima,
is known as a town blessed with abundant nature and delicious water.
In Tarumizu City,
not only local specialties like amberjack and loquats,
but also various vegetables are cultivated.
One of them is
green beans.
With their vibrant green color and
tender texture,
and because they are easy to use in a variety of dishes,
they have long been popular in Japanese households.
This time,
we will introduce green beans grown in Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture,
and their connection to nature and water.
What is Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture?
Tarumizu City is located on the Osumi Peninsula in Kagoshima Prefecture,
a region rich in nature with views of Sakurajima across Kinko Bay.
Blessed with the sea,
mountains,
hot springs,
and abundant water,
agriculture and fishing thrive here.
Utilizing its mild climate,
many fruits and vegetables are produced, not just seafood.
A culture that values the blessings of nature
is still deeply rooted in the region.
What kind of vegetable are green beans?
Green beans are characterized by their
vibrant green color and
crisp texture.
In Japan, they are used in a variety of dishes,
such as stir-fries,
tempura,
aemono (dressed dishes),
and salads.
They have a mild taste and
are easy to combine with other ingredients, making them popular in home cooking.
Also,
due to their beautiful color,
they are popular as a side dish in bentos and Japanese meals.
Why is Tarumizu City suitable for growing green beans?
One of the reasons Tarumizu City is suitable for agriculture is its
rich natural environment.
In addition to its mild climate,
the natural environment, stretching from the mountains to the sea, nurtures a variety of crops.
Furthermore,
underground, there is a volcanic ash layer called the
Shirasu Plateau.
Rainwater is naturally filtered over many years through the process of:
forest
↓
soil
↓
Shirasu Plateau
↓
deep underground.
This natural environment is said to support Tarumizu's agriculture and food culture.
If you want to know more about Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture's water culture,
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Japanese food culture and vegetables
In Japanese food culture,
there is a concept of cherishing the inherent flavor of ingredients.
Vegetables are often cooked simply,
making the most of their natural taste.
And water is also an important element.
Rice,
broth,
preparing vegetables,
tea.
Water is always present on the Japanese dining table.
Therefore,
Japan has long fostered a culture of cherishing good water.
For more details,
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ONSENSUI99 was also born in Tarumizu City
ONSENSUI99 is natural alkaline hot spring water
drawn from approximately 750m underground in Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture.
Water naturally filtered over many years becomes ultra-soft water with an extremely low hardness of 1.7 mg/L.
It is characterized by its mellow taste,
and is used not only as daily drinking water but also for a variety of purposes such as:
・Cooking rice
・Green tea
・Coffee
・Cooking
The water nurtured by Tarumizu's nature is deeply connected to the region's food culture,
including vegetables, fruits, and seafood.
Through ONSENSUI99,
we want to deliver not only water but also Kagoshima's nature and food culture to Thailand.
If you want to know more about the water source and quality control,
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Japanese vegetable culture to enjoy in Thailand too
In Thailand,
Japanese food and Washoku are also very popular.
More and more people are enjoying home cooking with vegetables and Washoku that emphasizes the natural flavors of ingredients.
Even familiar vegetables like green beans
have a background in the region's nature and
food culture.
Through ONSENSUI99,
we hope to deliver not only water but also Japanese lifestyle and food culture.
Summary
Tarumizu City, Kagoshima Prefecture,
is a region blessed with Sakurajima,
Kinko Bay,
the Shirasu Plateau,
and abundant nature.
Green beans grown in this natural environment are
one of the familiar vegetables that support Japanese cuisine.
And ONSENSUI99, also born in Tarumizu,
inherits the blessings of nature and water culture.
Enjoying food.
Enjoying water.
And knowing the nature behind it.
Perhaps that is also
the charm of Japanese food culture.
