①Pop-up! (Mango Expert Feature)

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Masahiro Yokogami appeared as a mango specialist on the Japanese television program ポップUP！～くろうと番付～ (Fuji TV, broadcast on July 28, 2022).

In this segment, experts from various fields introduce and rank items in their area of expertise.
Mr. Yokogami was featured as a mango expert and evaluated a variety of mango-based sweets in a ranking format.

During the program, he explained the appeal of mangoes while ranking desserts such as mango tarts, mango parfaits, mango sandwiches, mango daifuku, and mango pudding.
He also introduced a wide range of ways to enjoy mangoes, including savory dishes such as cappellini paired with prosciutto.

②PCG: World of Confectionery, August 2025 Issue

In Vol. 669, the special feature “How to Make the Most of Fruit – Mango” includes an interview and feature with Masahiro Yokogami as a mango specialist.
The article provides professional insights into the history and evolution of imported mangoes, the characteristics and flavor differences among varieties, and practical approaches to incorporating mangoes into Western-style confectionery.

③ Grand Prix Award at the Japan Food Selection (Kanagawa Shimbun)https://www.kanaloco.jp/news/culture/bunka/article-1050008.html

At the 71st Japan Food Selection, organized by the Japan Food Analyst Association,
the “Gracias Mango Fruit Sandwich” from Watashi no Fruit Parlor received the Grand Prix, the highest possible award.
The achievement was subsequently featured in an article by Kanagawa Shimbun.
This award recognizes the careful selection of tree-ripened apple mangoes—primarily the Kent variety, known for its high sugar content and low fiber.
Only fruit that meets strict quality standards is certified under the “Gracias” brand.
The judges highly praised the harmonious balance between the meltingly smooth flesh, rich sweetness, and fragrant aroma of the mango,
together with the specially crafted cream and moist bread.

④ Brazil Chamber of Commerce Magazine (November 2024 Issue)

This feature was published in recognition of our contribution to the promotion of Brazilian mangoes in the Japanese market.
The article introduces our efforts to bring out the full potential of Brazilian mangoes, including careful variety selection and the use of air transportation, as well as episodes from visits to production areas.
It also highlights the results of a tasting survey conducted at the Ota Market, where Brazilian Kent mangoes received numerous highly positive comments.

⑤ NHK “Ohayō Nippon” (Japanese national morning news program)

In 2021, amid complex international circumstances, Taiwan’s fruit industry faced a serious challenge.

During this period, Taiwan’s iconic pineapples were exported on a large scale to Japan—a country known for its friendly relations with Taiwan—drawing significant public attention.
Subsequently, imports of frozen pineapple sugar apple (Shakato / Custard Apple), a specialty of Taitung County, were approved for entry into Japan.
This development was reported as a top news story on NHK Ohayō Nippon.
As a fruit specialist and enthusiast, we commented:
“I am delighted to see Japan and Taiwan building an even deeper relationship through fruit.”

⑥ Pingtung County Governor Promotion Event: Taiwanese Pineapple & Jujube (March 7, 2024)

周春米, Governor of Pingtung County in southern Taiwan, visited Japan starting on March 6.
On March 7, she visited a high-end fruit shop in Fukuoka Prefecture, where she promoted Indian jujube and Wangmi pineapple from Pingtung County, highlighting their quality and exceptional flavor.
On the day of the event, Governor Chou personally led a top-level promotional campaign combined with product tastings and sales.
The store was filled with visitors, creating a lively and enthusiastic atmosphere throughout the event.
In conjunction with this event, the organizers expressed their sincere appreciation to the cooperating retail partners for their support and collaboration.
https://japan.focustaiwan.tw/economy/202503080001

⑦ Fruit Advisor Conference

At the seminar titled “Imported Fruit Study Session – Learning from an Imported Fruit Trading Company: History and the Road Ahead,” a lecture was delivered on the evolution of the fresh produce industry with a focus on imported fruits.
Full-scale importation and sales of tropical fruits began in 1980.
At that time, tropical fruits such as mangoes and papayas were not yet common in the Japanese market, and both distribution volume and consumer awareness were limited.
Against this backdrop, our business centered on mangoes, kiwifruit, avocados, and papayas, while working to establish quality control and stable supply systems.
With a long-term vision for market development in Japan, efforts were also made to build strong relationships with production areas and to develop reliable transportation and logistics frameworks—helping shape the environment surrounding imported fruits.
In the interview session, the speaker reflected on the industry’s transition from its early market-forming stages to the present day, and spoke about the importance of passing on the experience, knowledge, and passion cultivated over the years to the next generation.
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