Ishikawa Prefecture's Komatsu City Significantly Expands "Ruby Roman" Furusato Nozei Gift Options

Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture (Mayor: Katsuei Miyahashi) has significantly expanded its "Ruby Roman" Furusato Nozei gift lineup starting from the 2026 season. In collaboration with Horiho Co., Ltd. (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture), a fruit and vegetable wholesaler founded in 1878, the number of available specifications and units has been increased from previous offerings. This establishes a system to deliver Komatsu City-produced Ruby Roman grapes to a larger number of people.

As one of the prefecture's five major production areas, Komatsu City has been involved in the production of Ruby Roman since the brand's inception. This expansion allows donors to choose from large bunches of 500g or more, making Ishikawa Prefecture's "dream grapes" more accessible than ever through Furusato Nozei.

Ruby Roman

Eligible gift items are currently available for advance reservation on the Furusato Nozei portal "Furusato Choice."

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What is "Ruby Roman"?

"Ruby Roman" is an original grape variety developed by the Ishikawa Prefectural Agricultural Research Center over 14 years. Development began in 1995 by sowing about 400 seeds of the large-berried grape "Fujimino." The variety was registered in 2007 and first shipped in 2008.

Boasting berry size that is about twice that of Kyoho, a representative large-berried variety, it is among the top in Japan for red varieties. It is characterized by its subtle sweetness, low acidity, and abundant juice. Strict shipping standards are in place for weight, sugar content (18 degrees or higher), and color. Only a very small portion of the production meets these standards, making it an extremely rare variety.

In Ishikawa Prefecture, producers in Komatsu City, Kaga City, Kanazawa City, Kahoku City, Hakui City, and Nanao City, along with the JA Group and the prefecture, are working together as the "Ruby Roman Club" to manage quality and establish the brand. Komatsu City and JA Komatsu have been a key production area since the club's founding.

Key Expansion Points This Time

This time, we have strengthened our collaboration with Horiho Co., Ltd., a company with over 140 years of experience as a fruit and vegetable wholesaler, and expanded the handling of Komatsu City-produced Ruby Roman as a Furusato Nozei gift.

Handling Business Operator

Horiho Co., Ltd. (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, fruit and vegetable wholesaler founded in 1878)

Contents

1 bunch, 500g or more (large berries, for gifting)

Production Area

Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Application Window

Advance reservations accepted on Furusato Choice, etc.

For the latest details on pricing, application deadlines, and shipping periods, please check the product page below.

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From Komatsu City Mayor's Office Marketing Promotion Team

Komatsu City is one of the main production areas for Ruby Roman, representing Ishikawa Prefecture. Through our collaboration with Horiho, which possesses many years of experience in fruit and vegetable distribution, we have established a system that allows more people to enjoy Komatsu-produced Ruby Roman.

We are delighted to be able to deliver the meticulously cultivated grapes from our producers to people across the country through Furusato Nozei. We hope you will take this opportunity to support Komatsu City.

About Komatsu City

Komatsu City is located in the central part of the Kaga Plain in the southwestern part of Ishikawa Prefecture and has prospered through manufacturing since ancient times. It is the birthplace of the construction machinery manufacturer "Komatsu" and is also known as a production area for the traditional craft "Kutani Ware." The Hikiyama Children's Kabuki performance during the Otabi Matsuri, one of Japan's three major children's kabuki festivals, boasts a 250-year history. The city is full of charm throughout the seasons, including the "Ataka Barrier," the stage for the kabuki play "Kanjincho," and the hot spring "Awazu Onsen" with a 1300-year history.

Inquiries Regarding This Release

Komatsu City Mayor's Office Marketing Promotion Team

Phone: 0761-24-8068 (Reception hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and year-end/New Year holidays)

* "Ruby Roman" is a brand variety of Ishikawa Prefecture. Regulations regarding trademark and seedling handling are under the control of Ishikawa Prefecture.