Lotus root production volume in Japan 2011-2020
In 2020, approximately 55 thousand metric tons of lotus roots were produced in Japan, the second lowest amount of the past decade. The highest lotus root production of the last ten years was achieved in 2013 when numbers peaked at around 63.5 thousand tons.
In Japanese cuisine, lotus roots are commonly served in nimono dishes (boiled and seasoned vegetables) or as tempura.
In Japanese cuisine, lotus roots are commonly served in nimono dishes (boiled and seasoned vegetables) or as tempura.
