Japanese Citrus Yuzu 日本柚子

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Japanese yuzu is a beloved ingredient in Japanese cuisine and culture, valued for its unique citrus aroma and versatility. It grows primarily in regions like Kochi, Tokushima, and Shikoku, which are known for producing high-quality yuzu. Unlike other citrus fruits, yuzu is rarely eaten raw because of its tartness and abundant seeds, but its zest, juice, and aroma are key components of many dishes, condiments, and drinks.  Yuzu is often used in Japanese New Year dishes for its auspicious qualities.

日本柚子是日本料理和文化中備受喜愛的食材，因其獨特的柑橘香氣和多用途性而廣受推崇。柚子主要生長於高知、德島和四國等地，這些地區以生產高品質的柚子而聞名。與其他柑橘類水果不同，柚子因其酸味強烈且種子繁多，較少被生食，但其皮、汁和香氣是許多料理、調味料和飲品中的重要元素。此外，柚子常用於日本的新年料理中，因其象徵吉祥寓意而深受喜愛。