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    Otow Orchard

    4.9 (38 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Marlene Y.

    Thank you so much to Tosh and family from Otow Orchard in Granite Bay, CA for the gorgeous fuyu persimmons I just received. My order was graciously delivered today AND the persimmons are flawless and that beautiful orange of October/Fall. Our entire posse will be enjoying these into November and possibly December. You can't get to persimmons in the high desert (Reno/Carson) as they don't normally grow here. We had it ordered from delightful Otow Orchard! If you are anywhere close to Granite Bay, go and visit to try fuyu or maru persimmons (the crunchy ones)! It might just become an annual event!

    M'ia K.

    This Orchard was featured in a PBS show recently and I promptly ordered a few shipments of their Persimmon for delivery... A few shipments of Fuyu Persimmons (the larger, pear shaped ones) for family, and a batch of "Hoshigaki" dried persimmons for myself. You can order by sending in a check (no credit cards- they are a small family run operation) and you get personalized service. Very, very cool. I haven't visited in person yet, but their website is well done. It's a great little piece of Japanese-American history, and I can't wait to enjoy the Hoshigaki (dried) persimmon, which they have promised to ship by the end of November or so! For a very unique gift idea that supports local farmers, it doesn't get much better than this! ****** Update: I rec'd my dried (Hoshigaki) persimmons, and they disappeared within a week! yum! Be aware, the seeds are very very sharp, so be careful careful! They were so sweet and plump and persimmon-tastic!

    Hoshigaki $24 per lb. 12.05.09
    Hogan W.

    If you like Persimmons, then you'll love Dried Persimmons! Naturally sweet, chewy, and nutritional. I've been going to Otow Orchards for the past 5 years and I've never been disappointed yet. The months I usually stop by is between October and January when the owner, Tosh, and his family starts harvesting their Persimmon orchards and preparing them for mass drying. Since I'm there once a month anyway, it's always a treat to stop in and say hello. Make sure you bring cash. The sign says not to touch their dog as he will bite, but we always toss him a few treats anyway. Tosh know my wife and I as the people from the Bay Area. Otow Orchard grows a variety of Persimmons including Maru, Hachiya, Hyakume (vodka-treated), and Fuyu. If you don't care about perfect looking persimmons, they carry 'Seconds' at a reduced price because they have blemishes or didn't grow well. The Fruit Stand sells everything they grow in the orchard and includes apples, asian pears, grapes, jujube, white pomegranates, quince, winter squash, tomatillos, eggplant, bitter melon, peppers, basil, pumpkins, and local honey. Prices are reasonable for local quality but quantities are limited. Due to demand and popularity, premium Hoshigakis (Japanese Hand-Dried Persimmons) can fetch for $24 per pound which is about 8 whole dried persimmons in a bag. [see pic] There are smaller bags you can buy with less quality and smaller persimmons, but it will only save you $2 less per pound. Sometimes, they still carry leftovers frozen from last year's crop. If you're looking to give these away as gifts to family members and colleagues, Otow Orchard offers 'Gift Boxes' which contain 6 dried persimmons in a cute white box for $29 each. Either way you eat it, dried or fresh, persimmons are rich in health promoting nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants that are vital for optimum health. Whether you live in the area or just passing through, take some time to check out what Otow Orchard has to offer!

    Don't miss the sign
    Amy D.

    How is it I grew up down the road and didn't know this place existed until hearing about the hoshigaki persimmons on NPR in the bay area I now call home? I visited my old stomping grounds promptly and got some of the infamous dried persimmons, a variety of normal-looking persimmons, a single white pomegranate, a couple Asian pears and pecans. Those hoshigaki persimmons live up to all the hype. They may look moldy on the outside, but they taste anything but. I can describe them as jam-filled fruit desserts. Not overly sweet, they're perfect for a savory lover. The treats were nearly gone before I finished my drive home. Good to know they can be frozen as I will be stalking up next time! The white pomegranate was really special. I thought it wouldn't be much different than the common reds, but it was. Less bitter seeds and a pale pink color, it instantly became a favorite. I guess they're rare (a white buffalo of the autumn fruit world?). I can't find them anywhere and only wish I would've gotten at least a dozen. Everyone at the farm stand was so friendly (minus the dog which was fun to see in person). Otow Orchard is now a must-visit-stop every time I'm "home".

    This is the black velvet apricot upside down cake we made from Otow Orchard bounty!
    tracy w.

    Sadly a dying breed. They have something juicy and delicious year-round and it's actually a great get away from 'modern life'. Organic deliciousness & a quaint farm stand that evokes times-past. Please keep them going by paying a visit...the stone fruits are the most fantastic eaten-out-of-hand treat in which you can (and should!) indulge. Say hello to Shoko while you're there. She'll be massaging the hoshi gakis most likely : )

    Drying hoshigaki.
    Steven S.

    Lots of natural grown, spray-free fruits. All good. Most you can't really find elsewhere nearby either. We bought a ton of Asian pears and white pomegranates. Pretty reasonable prices too. The hoshigaki wasn't ready when we went unfortunately. Instead we had some early harvest ones which were still really good. Can't wait to come back and try the finished product.

    Beautiful Pomegranates
    Hanky P.

    I wish I knew of this place when I lived here! I just discovered it when making a visit to see the moms. It's a wonderful family owned farm with so much variety! They have beehives, ducks and tons of different fruit. The folks here are kind and so happy to talk to you about the farm. Be sure to buy some honey when you're here. It's some of the best I've had. I will definitely be back when I'm visiting again.

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    Tree ripen fruit and fresh local eggs. Friendly people. It doesn't get better than this!!! Love that it's just down the street from me.

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    Best farm for persimmons. I go here ever year for their selection of persimmons. There dried persimmons are their speciality.

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    Super nice people , yummy persimmons, the traditional dried persimmons are sooo sweet!!

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    The people that work there are always friendly and helpful. The Persimmons are always good quality!!

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