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The 10 Most Expensive Fruits In The World

You won't find these at your local Trader Joe’s.

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When most people think about making luxury purchases, fruits don't typically come to mind. While some people like to prioritize things like boats or watches, others prefer to spend their money on the finer foods. These exotic and rare fruits can cost thousands of dollars, but for the fruit enthusiast, the steep price is well worth it when you consider eating one is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. So if you want to really treat yourself, give these luxury fruits a try.

1

White Jewel Strawberries

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Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits in Japan, but the country’s white jewel strawberries are particularly luxurious. You can expect to pay up to $10 for a single berry.

2

Seka-Ichi Apples

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Japan’s Sekai-Ichi apples are some of the largest in the world and are quite mild in flavor. Prices for one of these specialty apples start at $20.

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Buddha-Shaped Pears

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After several years spent trying to perfect the process, a Chinese farmer managed to successfully create a Buddha-shaped pear using a custom mold. Each carefully grown pair is priced at roughly $8.

4

Yubari King Melon

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The pinnacle of Japanese luxury fruit, the Yubari King melon sells for roughly $200 each. The sweet melon, which has become a status symbol, is grown exclusively in the small town of Yubari in Japan’s Hokkaido province.

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5

Square Watermelon

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Designed to fit more easily into small Japanese refrigerators, square watermelons cost around $100 each. Their shape also makes them easier to ship.

6

Dekopon Citrus

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If a mandarin were to grow so large that it weighed over a pound, you’d have something similar to a dekopon citrus fruit. A six-pack of these large orange fruits will set you back roughly $80.

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7

Miyazaki Mango

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The Taiyo No Tamago Mango, also known as the Miyazaki Mango, are highly regarded for their sugar content and gorgeous coloring. These mangoes are priced between $50 and $3,600 each.

8

Densuke Watermelon

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With prices starting at $250 each, Densuke watermelons are known for being virtually seedless and incredibly sweet. Densuke watermelons are arguably the most expensive variety of watermelon in the world.

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9

Ruby Roman Grapes

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A single bunch of these grapes costs anywhere between $90 and $450. Each year, only 24,000 bunches are produced, making them incredibly rare.

10

Lost Gardens of Heligan Pineapple

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Pineapples grown in Cornwall’s Lost Gardens of Heligan, in the Southwestern part of England, sell for roughly $15,000 each.

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