Wakayama's 100% Unshu Mandarin Juice 'Karada ni Mikan' 2026 Batch Shipped! Tasting Event at Shin-Osaka Station on June 1
Hidakaya will host a tasting event for the 2026 batch of its 100% Wakayama Unshu mandarin juice 'Karada ni Mikan' on June 1 at Shin-Osaka Station. The initiative highlights the value of domestic juice amid global orange shortages.
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Hidakaya Co., Ltd. (Wakayama City; President: Shinji Kawabata) has announced the first shipment of the 2026 batch of its private brand 100% Unshu mandarin orange juice, 'Karada ni Mikan,' produced by its subsidiary Wakayama Bussan. To commemorate the launch, a special tasting and sales event will be held on June 1, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM at 'Shin-Osaka Fresh MK Station,' operated by MK Co., Ltd. (MK Taxi).
Currently, the global supply of imported orange juice is facing severe shortages and price hikes due to unfavorable weather and citrus greening disease. In this context, attention is shifting toward domestic Japanese mandarin juice, which offers a safe, secure, and stable supply. 'Karada ni Mikan' addresses this demand with high-quality, 100% domestic juice.
### Key Features and Social Value
- Made exclusively with Unshu mandarins from Wakayama, Japan's top producing region.
- Processing enables a year-round supply of seasonal flavors at affordable prices.
- Refreshing taste suitable for all ages, from children to the elderly.
- Supports farmers and reduces food waste by actively utilizing non-standard fruits.
### Collaboration with MK Taxi
Located on the 2nd floor of 'Arde Shin-Osaka' at JR Shin-Osaka Station, 'Shin-Osaka Fresh MK Station' integrates regional product sales with services like luggage storage (Shin-Osaka Luggage Station) and stroller rentals. This partnership offers a seamless 'Ekinaka' shopping experience for travelers and business professionals.
Shinji Kawabata, President of Hidakaya, commented: 'Our challenge is to transform mandarins from a seasonal treat into a daily necessity. This event in Osaka is a vital step in spreading that value to urban areas and supporting the sustainability of local producers.'
Currently, the global supply of imported orange juice is facing severe shortages and price hikes due to unfavorable weather and citrus greening disease. In this context, attention is shifting toward domestic Japanese mandarin juice, which offers a safe, secure, and stable supply. 'Karada ni Mikan' addresses this demand with high-quality, 100% domestic juice.
### Key Features and Social Value
- Made exclusively with Unshu mandarins from Wakayama, Japan's top producing region.
- Processing enables a year-round supply of seasonal flavors at affordable prices.
- Refreshing taste suitable for all ages, from children to the elderly.
- Supports farmers and reduces food waste by actively utilizing non-standard fruits.
### Collaboration with MK Taxi
Located on the 2nd floor of 'Arde Shin-Osaka' at JR Shin-Osaka Station, 'Shin-Osaka Fresh MK Station' integrates regional product sales with services like luggage storage (Shin-Osaka Luggage Station) and stroller rentals. This partnership offers a seamless 'Ekinaka' shopping experience for travelers and business professionals.
Shinji Kawabata, President of Hidakaya, commented: 'Our challenge is to transform mandarins from a seasonal treat into a daily necessity. This event in Osaka is a vital step in spreading that value to urban areas and supporting the sustainability of local producers.'
FAQ
「カラダにみかん」とはどのような商品ですか？
和歌山県産の温州みかんのみを100％使用した、株式会社ヒダカヤのプライベートブランド（PB）商品です。後味さっぱりとした飲みやすさが特徴で、1年中和歌山の風味を楽しむことができます。
2026年新作の初出荷イベントはいつどこで開催されますか？
2026年6月1日（月）午前10時より、JR新大阪駅「アルデ新大阪」2階にあるエムケイ株式会社運営の「新大阪Fresh MK Station」にて開催されます。試飲販売と特別納品が行われます。
開発の背景にある社会的な要因は何ですか？
世界的な天候不順や「柑橘グリーニング病」の影響により輸入オレンジ果汁が深刻な供給不足・価格高騰に陥っているため、安定供給が可能な国産みかんジュースへの注目が高まっています。
生産者支援としてどのような取り組みを行っていますか？
従来廃棄されることもあった規格外果実を積極的に活用し、適正価格で仕入れることで、生産者の収益機会の拡大と産地の持続可能性向上に貢献しています。
エムケイ株式会社との協業の意義は何ですか？
新大阪駅という交通の要衝で、手荷物預かりやベビーカー貸出などのサービスと物販を融合させることで、移動の合間に手軽に地域の味を購入できる新しい購買体験を提供します。