Brilliance Beyond Borders: Japan's Unique Inventions

2. Exquisite Mangos

What It Is: An Extremely Pricey Fruit

Average Price: $50 a Pair*

While rising grocery prices may frustrate many, can you imagine paying over $50 for a pair of mangos? Grown on the island of Kyushu, Miyazaki mangoes are renowned for their exceptional quality and flavor, which contribute to their high price tag.

 

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Miyazaki mangoes not only stand out from the typical mangos found on grocery store shelves, like those at Kroger, due to their vibrant red color, but they also boast a superior flavor profile. Producers assert that these premium mangoes are exceptionally sweet, containing at least 15% sugar. Given their luxurious taste and appearance, you might want to stick with your current choices unless you have a substantial budget to indulge in these exquisite fruits.