Ginza Honeybee Project: Special Products Created by Urban Beekeeping and Their Appeal
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Ginza, Tokyo, is an area of glamorous shopping and fine dining. But did you know that bees are diligently gathering honey on the rooftops of these buildings?
Ginza Honeybee Project is an urban beekeeping initiative launched in 2006. Using the rich greenery of the city center, including the Imperial Palace, Hamarikyu Palace, and Hibiya Park, as a honey source, the company produces approximately 1 to 2 tons of honey annually.
Furthermore, the sweets and drinks that utilize this honey have a sophisticated taste unique to Ginza. They also contribute to local revitalization and environmental preservation. In this article,A thorough explanation of the Ginza Honeybee Project's products and their appeal! Let's explore together the value that Ginza-born honey brings.
▼What this article will tell you
- Why and how honey can be collected on a rooftop in Ginza
- Characteristics of the special honey produced by the Ginza Honey Bee Project
- Lineup of sweets & drinks using Ginza honey
- How urban beekeeping contributes to local revitalization & environmental conservation
- Where you can purchase & enjoy the products of the Ginza Honeybee Project
Table of Contents
- 1 What is the honey of the Ginza Honeybee Project?
- 2 Ginza Honeybee Project Product List
- 3 The value that the Ginza Honeybee Project will bring
- 4 Summary|A drop of the finest produced by urban beekeeping in Ginza
What is the honey of the Ginza Honeybee Project?
What are the characteristics of honey from cities?
Honey in the city?" Some may be surprised. However, honey in Ginza has a unique flavor that is different from that of local honey.
Nectar source location
- Imperial Palace, ,Hamarikyu (section of Tokyo), ,Hibiya ParkNectar from lush urban oases such as
- Surprisingly rich variety of flowers and diverse nectar even in urban areas
Seasonal Taste Differences
- spring 🌸: Elegantly sweet with a hint of cherry blossom nectar
- early summer 🌿: Lily and horse chestnut nectar with a rich flavor.
- summer ☀️: from the flowers of the enjou, with a refreshing aftertaste
annual crop
- about1 to 2 tonsproduced! (an astounding number for urban beekeeping)
season | Main flower types | Characteristics of honey |
---|---|---|
spring | cherry blossom | Floral aroma, slightly sweet and sour |
early summer | Lily tree, horse chestnut | Full-bodied sweetness, rich aftertaste |
summer | Japanese pagoda tree (Sophora japonica) | Light and refreshing flavor |
The taste of Ginza honey changes depending on the flowers blooming at that time of year. It can truly be called **"honey that tastes the four seasons in Ginza!
Ginza Honeybee Project Product List
(1) Pure honey|The four seasons in Ginza are bottled as they are.
🍯 Ginza honey (pure honey)
It was taken from the rooftop of a building in Ginza,100% Natural honeyThe following is a list of the most common problems with the
Product Lineup and Pricing
trade (brand) name | content by volume | Price (tax included) | feature |
---|---|---|---|
Ginza Sakura Honey | 180g | 8,640 yen | Made with spring cherry blossom nectar. Gorgeous aroma and elegant sweetness. |
Ginza Hyakka Honey | 180g | 5,400 yen | Hundred-flower nectar collected in early summer. Rich taste from a blend of diverse floral nectars. |
Recommended way to eat
✔ toast and ... and yogurt It is excellent when poured over
✔ Tea and cocktail sweeteners also works well as
✔ A little luxury,Serve with cheese and a glass of wine
2) Sweets using honey|Collaboration with a top-class restaurant in Ginza
🍰 Ginza honey baum(Baumkuchen)
- Golden combination of Ginza honey and fermented butter
- Moist texture and honey flavor in the mouth.
- Price: 230 yen (1 piece)
- Sales location: Matsuya Ginza, B1F
🍮 Ginza honey sponge cake
- Made with wasanbon sugar for a refined taste with a moderate sweetness
- Honey soaks into the fluffy dough.
- Small size: 1,650 yen / Large size (in paulownia box): 3,250 yen
- Sales location: Limited to Matsuya Ginza
3) Western sweets using Ginza honey
🍪 CHIANTI's collaboration baked goods
- Cherry Cookie (Ciliegia)
- Almond Cookies (Fiorentina)
- madeleine (cake)
🍫 Fresh brownie (Cote Cour)
- An exquisite marriage of moist, rich chocolate and honey
- Set of 5 (one is Ginza honey flavor)
4) Drinks using Ginza honey
🥃 Honey Highball
- Based on whiskey mixed with Ginza honey
- Mildly sweet with a slight aroma of cherry blossoms
Stores OfferingTakasaka: Bar "Takasaka" in Ginza, Tokyo
The value that the Ginza Honeybee Project will bring
1. regional revitalization
- The honey products, available only in Ginza, are very popular as souvenirs for tourists!
- Contributing to the local economy through collaboration with restaurants and department stores in Ginza
2. environmental conservation
- Pollination activities of honeybees are helping to make Ginza greener.
- Rooftop greenery also contributes to reducing the heat island effect.
3. contribution to a sustainable society
- Promoting local production for local consumption and utilizing honey produced in Ginza
- Conveying awareness of nature conservation to the next generation through environmental education and community events
Summary|A drop of the finest produced by urban beekeeping in Ginza
The honey of the Ginza Honeybee Project is,A special gem where city and nature merge.It is a great way to enjoy the richness of the flavor of the food. Not to mention its rich flavor,Contributing to local revitalization and environmental preservationThis is an attractive feature.
Come taste the special sweetness created by bees soaring through the skies of Ginza."
Please pick up a bottle of this honey when you visit Ginza. It will definitely make your sweet time even more special! 🍯✨
Article Supervisor
Yuya Hachimine, CEO
Representative Director of ZENNO GROUP, Inc. known as a leader in the night work industry in Ginza. He worked for 14 years as a black-shirted worker in a high-class club in Ginza, and based on his experience, he provides various services for the industry. In order to improve the inefficient work system, he founded ZENNO GROUP Inc. and has contributed to the development of the industry.
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