Thousands of peaches popular as good luck gifts for newlyweds have been stolen from an orchard in Ubaguchi, Yamanashi Prefecture, police said.
About 5,000 of the "hanayome," or "bride" peaches, disappeared from the orchard sometime Monday, police spokesman Masaki Kanemaru said.
It is believed a gang of thieves was involved because so many peaches were harvested in such a short time.
The peaches are often presented to newly married couples and have been known to retail for as much as ¥7,300 each.
Peaches, cherries and melons carry hefty price tags because they are considered luxury items and commonly given as gifts.