Product Name: Yura Wase Mandarin
Description:
Yura Wase, also known as Yura Early Mandarin or Yura Wase Satsuma, is a premium extra-early ripening Satsuma mandarin variety originating from Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It was discovered in 1985 in Yura Town as a bud mutation of the early-ripening 'Miyagawa Wase' mandarin, officially registered in Japan in 1995, and introduced to China in 2006. Since its introduction, it has been successfully cultivated in Zhejiang, Hubei, Yunnan, and other citrus-producing regions, establishing itself as one of the finest extra-early mandarin varieties available on the market today.
A Mandarin That Owns the Early Season:
The defining feature of Yura Wase is its exceptional earliness combined with superior eating quality. While most mandarins ripen in late autumn, Yura Wase matures in mid-to-late September, and in warm regions like Yunnan and Guangxi, it can be harvested as early as late August – a full 15–20 days earlier than ordinary Satsuma mandarins. This timing places it perfectly for the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday season, when premium citrus is scarce and consumer demand peaks. In this early window, Yura Wase faces virtually no competition from other high-quality varieties – it is widely regarded as “the best-tasting early-ripening mandarin” .
Flavor & Sweetness:
Yura Wase delivers an outstanding eating experience with sugar content reaching 15–20° Brix – significantly higher than the ordinary ‘Miyagawa Wase’ and ‘Oita No.1’ varieties that ripen at the same time. The fruit is low in acid, sweet and rich in flavor, with a fine, tender, melting (化渣) texture and a pleasant floral aroma. The flesh is seedless, and the thin, glossy orange-yellow skin peels effortlessly, making it exceptionally convenient for fresh consumption.
Appearance:
The fruit is flat-round and neatly shaped, with a smooth, glossy orange-yellow to orange-red skin. Average fruit weight is 100–120 grams, with uniform sizing and excellent commercial grade. The flesh is deep orange, fine-textured, and bursting with juice.
Key Commercial Advantages:
Extra-Early Harvest – Available from late August in warm regions, mid-to-late September in most areas
Superior Sweetness – 15–20° Brix, significantly sweeter than comparable early varieties
Seedless & Easy to Peel – Convenient for fresh consumption
Excellent Storage & Tree-Holding – Fruit can remain on the tree from late September through November with no puffiness (浮皮) and no sugar loss (退糖) ; storage actually improves sweetness over time
Exceptional Market Value – Orchard gate prices reach ¥8–10 per jin in Zhejiang, compared to just ¥1 per jin for ordinary Satsuma mandarins
High Yield – Yields of 7,000 jin per mu at full production
Cold Hardy & Easy to Manage – Tolerates temperatures down to -7°C and is highly tolerant of low-input management, suitable for beginner growers
Growing Regions:
Native to Yura Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, Yura Wase is now successfully cultivated in Zhejiang (Ninghai – the primary introduction site), Hubei (Yichang), Yunnan, Guangxi, and other subtropical citrus-growing regions. The Ninghai region has been particularly successful, with its Yura Wase mandarins recognized among the "Top Ten Citrus of Zhejiang" in 2017.
Cultivation Notes:
Climate: Suitable for areas with annual average temperature above 17°C and winter temperatures not dropping below -3°C; best suited to hillside slopes below 300m elevation
Rootstock: Trifoliate orange is recommended for cold hardiness and early bearing; red tangerine, Zhuluan, or Goutoucheng are suitable for saline-alkali soils
Planting Density: 3m × 3.5m or 2.0–2.5m × 5m (narrow-row wide-spacing for mechanization); 55–65 trees per mu for standard planting
Fertilization: Heavy application of organic base fertilizer; frequent foliar sprays; timely post-harvest fertilization to restore tree vigor; supplement with calcium, potassium, and trace elements
Fruit Thinning: The variety produces clustered fruit and can easily over-crop, leading to tree decline; strict flower and fruit thinning is essential to maintain tree vigor and ensure consistent yields
Water Management: Consistent irrigation during the July–August fruit-swelling period is critical; in rainy Septembers, manage water carefully and reduce nitrogen, increase calcium and potassium to prevent cracking and puffiness; cover cropping can help control puffiness
Pest Management: Scab (疮痂病) is the primary disease concern and requires preventive treatment; watch for anthracnose, red spider mite, and leafminer. Apply 70% thiophanate-methyl WP at 800× dilution for anthracnose and maintain good ventilation and light penetration
Harvest Season:
Late August to November – with the main season starting in mid-to-late September and fruit capable of remaining on the tree until November without loss of quality. A premium extra-early mandarin that delivers unmatched sweetness, exceptional texture, and a strategic early-season market window – ideal for fresh sales, gift packaging, e-commerce logistics, and holiday season supply.