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Hoshigaki, or Japanese dried persimmons as we know them in English, are a popular seasonal Japanese snack food made primarily during the autumn months when you can spot persimmon trees laden with their brightly colored orange fruits throughout the country Nutritional benefits of dried whole persimmons Dried Persimmons are a good source of vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning and fiber to regulate the digestive tract. The fruits also provide vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, potassium to balance fluid levels within the body, and calcium to protect bones and teeth. In addition to vitamins and minerals, Dried Persimmons develop a concentrated amount of sugar, including the white coating on the surface of the fruit. This sugar coating is used in folk medicine as a natural remedy for throat pain and cough How to eat hoshigaki Hoshigaki can be eaten on its own as a snack or used in other dishes. When eaten by itself, it is often served with green tea, with the hoshigaki providing a sweet-tasting contrast to the bitter matcha. It can also be used in salads or added to desserts such as cakes and ice cream and is a popular ingredient in wagashi – traditional Japanese sweets. In recent years hoshigaki has become increasingly popular outside of Japan and is currently fashionable among chefs and millennials, appearing on trendy restaurant menus as well as many Instagram feeds. !!! Sizes and colors/hues may vary depending on our stocks and the screen features of your device. !SHIPPING! Worldwide FedEx Fast Shipping