Lavender Fox (008)

About the Ezo Red Fox

• Its scientific name is Vulpes vulpes schrencki, and it is an endemic subspecies widely distributed throughout Hokkaido, Sakhalin, and the Kuril Islands.
• It is a medium-sized carnivore weighing about 4-6 kg, characterized by black fur on its ears and limbs. It inhabits a wide range of environments from grasslands to alpine zones.
• It primarily eats field mice, rabbits, wild birds, and insects, but in autumn, it also shows omnivorous tendencies, eating fruits and nuts.
• It gives birth from spring to early summer, and the kits become independent from their parents in autumn. Females are dedicated to raising their young.
• In Ainu culture, it has long been a subject of stories as a cultural symbol with multiple names such as "cironnup" and "sumari."

About the Photographer

Hazuki Hirai — Born in Aichi Prefecture, currently residing in Kamifurano Town, Hokkaido. In February 2017, she was captivated by the snowy scenery of Kyoto and became interested in the world of photography. In September of the same year, when she visited Hokkaido alone for photography, she was fascinated by the landscapes woven by abundant nature and the wild animals living powerfully in the harsh environment, deciding to move there in December 2018. She primarily photographs natural landscapes and wild animals, providing her work to numerous media outlets, including Digital Camera Magazine. She also produces official sample works for the Sony α series and actively participates in exhibitions such as the Tokyo Camera Club Photo Exhibition and her solo exhibition "Color of Northlandscape" at Sony Store Sapporo.

An Ezo red fox depicted in a lavender field in early summer Hokkaido. This work expresses the moment of a wild animal enveloped by purple flowers, using delicate light and shadow.

Recommended for

• Gifts for homecoming to Hokkaido
• Presents for wildlife lovers
• Luxury souvenirs for nature enthusiasts
• Special gifts for coffee lovers
• Gifts to share memories of Hokkaido

Package Contents

Self-roasted coffee beans (10g) - for one cup

• Low acidity, easy-to-drink dark roast
• Blend of carefully selected beans from Brazil, Ethiopia, etc.
• Best before: 12 months from roast date
• Package size: 120mm × 100mm × 5mm

About this Premium Souvenir

TAISETSU COFFEE is a coffee packaged with photographs of Hokkaido's nature. The vivid package features a rare moment of an Ezo red fox captured by Hazuki Hirai. Characterized by luxurious packaging and carefully selected coffee beans, it is the perfect high-quality gift to evoke memories of Hokkaido's nature.