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They are special because of the rarity of their variety and the difficulty of growing them. Tasting these exotic fruits becomes, therefore, an exclusive experience to indulge yourself and savor the elixir. Discover them by scrolling through this carousel that includes the 10 most expensive fruits in the universe.
Seka-Ichi apples
Japan’s Sekai-Ichi apples are one of the largest varieties in the world and have been grown in Japan since 1974, and have a juicy, sweet taste. The price to pay to taste them? About 20 dollars.
Strawberries White Jewel
These white strawberries, originally from South America, arouse fascination in countries such as Japan, for their beauty, flavor and the luxury that surrounds them. Since it is very difficult to harvest and maintain their care, the places where you can find them are among coffee shops and specialized restaurants. Their price? about 10 dollars per unit.
Buddha-shaped pears
No, these Buddha-shaped pears are not Photoshopped. They are part of the sculptural result of a Chinese farmer named Xianzhang Hao, who managed to successfully create a Buddha-shaped pear using a custom mold. Each grown pair is priced at about $8.
Yubari King Melon
The Yubari King melon, beyond being one of the most expensive fruits in the world, has become a status symbol grown in a small town of Yubari, in Hokkaido (Japan). They are usually sold for 200 dollars a piece, but have even been auctioned for 18,000 dollars.
Square watermelon
Cubical watermelons are commonly sold in Japan, and are essentially ornamental. Their prices are as high as US$200.
Dekopon Orange
Dekopon is a sweet, seedless variety of satsuma orange, the result of a hybrid between Kiyomi and ponkan, developed in Japan in 1972. A six-pack of this large citrus fruit costs approximately $80.
Mango Miyazaki
The Taiyo No Tamago mango, also known as Miyazaki mango, stands as one of the most coveted fruits because of its high sugar content and the intensity of its color. This mango, usually produced in Japan, is the most expensive in the world, ranging in price from $50 to $3,600.
Densuke Watermelon
Densuke watermelon is also the most expensive watermelon variety in the world, usually selling for about $250 each. They are notable for being almost seedless and incredibly sweet.
Ruby Roman Grapes
Ruby Roman is a grape variety grown in Ishikawa, Japan, which costs between $90 and $450. Its exclusivity is defined by the fact that only about 24,000 bunches are produced each year.
Pineapple from the Lost Gardens of Heligan
Within the Lost Gardens of Heligan, in Cornwall (England), is the only “Pineapple Well” preserved in Europe: a cultivation method developed during the Victorian era that allowed the cultivation of pineapples in cold climates. In the midst of this exotic scenery, these pineapples grow and sell for about $15,000 each.
