Meet the queen of fruits and other popular Asian fruits

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Mangosteen on wood table. — Mangosteen is considered "queen of fruit" in some countries. Credit: Freepik/SARAWUT SUKSAO

Over the past few episodes, we’ve introduced some fruits that are rarely seen in Japan. This week, we explore popular Asian fruits found at local markets, including the one known as the “Queen of Fruits”!

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Published 28 August 2026 5:00pm

By Mayu Tomaru

Presented by Yumi Oba

Source: SBS

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Over the past few episodes, we’ve introduced some fruits that are rarely seen in Japan. This week, we explore popular Asian fruits found at local markets, including the one known as the “Queen of Fruits”!

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