Rare сherry variety sells for $3,500 in Japan

In Hachinohe, Japan, a container of fifteen cherries of the rare "Aomori Heartbeat" variety was sold at auction for 500,000 yen (over $3,500), Kazinform News Agency reports.

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The "Aomori Heartbeat" cherries are known for their distinctive heart shape and large size, averaging 2.5 cm in diameter.

The sale of premium fruits and berries in Japan is a common practice, often serving as a prestigious gift for business partners. These luxury fruits are typically packaged by the producer in wooden boxes adorned with an elegant logo.