The field is perfectly attached to the steep eastern slope of the valley, where one might fall down to the bottom if one stepped out of line. There is nothing to block the view, the light pours down, and the air is clear. This is the Nakamura Farm, where the " Yellow Yuzu in the Sky " is located on top of a mountain at an altitude of 400 meters.
Nakamura Farm is JAS certified organic. He is like a teacher to Yamakami Kaju Yakusoen, which is also aiming for JAS certification. Instead of using herbicides and chemical fertilizers, Nakamura Farm grows a grass called naginatagaya under the trees. When it dies, it naturally falls to cover the ground, preventing weeds from infesting the land, providing a home for ladybugs and other natural enemies of pests, and finally becoming green manure that is decomposed by microorganisms to enrich the soil. Minimal pesticides are used only when it is close to harvest time and there is an outbreak of disease or insect infestation, but even then they are from natural products that are approved for organic farming. Grass, soil, insects, and microorganisms. We create a safe environment for yuzu yuzu to be harvested with the help of nature.
Nakamura Farm also sells yuzu jelly and syrup, but the most rewarding part for the owner, Nakamura, is delivering "yuzu dama" (yuzu citrus fruit) to customers. Therefore, in season, Yamakami Kaju Yuzu Yuzu Garden also sells Mr. Nakamura's " Yellow Yuzu in the Sky ".
The farm has a large temperature difference between day and night, and the steep slope allows the soil to drain well. The farm also applies plenty of organic fertilizer, which produces yuzu yuzu balls with a juicy, fresh pulp. Enjoy the fresh aroma and concentrated acidity.
