Last year, a cluster of Ruby Roman Grapessold for $900 US dollars. If you think that was ridiculous, this year’s first bunch which were auctioned off for an astounding 210,000 yen or $2,250!
Fruit is an expensive commodity in Japan and is considered a gift of great luxury.
The wealthy consider it a sign of prestige to pay exorbitant prices for high-end fruits, especially the very first ones of the year.