About Mikan Society

Mikan Society is a community of citrus enthusiasts based in Wakayama, Japan.

From multi-generational citrus farmers and certified citrus sommeliers to people from completely different fields, we bring together diverse perspectives and a shared love of citrus.

We explore citrus beyond taste — its history, culture, traditions, and the people who grow it — and share the fascinating world of Japanese citrus with people both in Japan and around the world.

Discover citrus. Discover Wakayama. Make it part of your life.

Up Coming Event

Journey into the Unshiu Citrus 2026

Join Mikan Society’s Citrus Sommelier for a 3-hour citrus adventure designed for international residents in Wakayama.

Discover Japanese citrus from orchard to taste!

🍊 Taste different varieties

🍊 Learn how to spot the most delicious Unshiu

🍊 Discover its history 

🍊 Visit a local orchard & enjoy citrus picking

Date & Time
Sunday, September 27th, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Place

Akizuno Garten (4558-8 Kamiakizu, Tanabe, Wakayama)

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JY1ZT26oYqm71MMNA

Fee

500 yen / person

What to wear

Comfortable clothes & shoes for walking in the orchard

Schedule
10:00 – Orientation

10:30 – Citrus Workshop

12:30 – Orchard visit & picking

14:00 – Closing

Sponsored by
Tanabe Citrus Promotion Association