Matsutake Mushroom Shipments Hit Peak in Aomori, Bringing Taste of Autumn to Japan
The Yomiuri ShimbunMatsutake mushrooms are seen in Mutsu, Aomori Prefecture. The Yomiuri Shimbun 12:52 JST, October 10, 2025 MUTSU, Aomori — Shipments of matsutake mushrooms are at their peak in the Shimokita region of Aomori Prefecture, bringing a distinct autumn flavor to dining tables. Employees at an agricultural company in Mutsu carefully weighed each matsutake mushroom…