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When is burdock root in season in Japan?

Burdock root is in season in Japan from September to December. Peak season runs from October to November.

Is burdock root in season now in Japan?

In November, burdock root is in peak season.

Order:
Asterales
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Arctium
Scientific name:
Arctium lappa

This root or tuber has a firm texture and a mild, earthy flavour. Roast, boil or simmer it in soups and stews.

JanuaryJanFebruaryFebMarchMarAprilAprMayMayJuneJunJulyJulAugustAugSeptember — Partial / shoulder seasonSepOctober — Peak seasonOctNovember — Peak seasonNovDecember — Partial / shoulder seasonDec🥕✓

Country season

Japan — Northern Hemisphere. In November, the meteorological season is autumn.

autumn · Northern Hemisphere

Local production

Grown commercially at national scale in Japan, one of the world's leading producers.

Major production

Seasonal calendar for burdock root in Japan

Peak-season periods per year in Japan for burdock root: one.

In season

OctoberNovember

Partially in season

SeptemberDecember

Out of season

JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugust
Peak seasonPartial / shoulder seasonOut of season