Strawberry situation in Miyagi prefecture: ``Mouikko'' and ``Migaki strawberry''

Strawberries a specialty of Miyagi Prefecture that tend to be hidden . Every year, many tourists visit Watari Town and Yamamoto Town, which are famous for their strawberry production and boast the highest production volume in the Tohoku region, to pick strawberries.

When it comes to strawberry varieties produced in Miyagi Prefecture, let's talk about the strawberry culture of Miyagi Prefecture, including ``Mouikko,'' which has large grains but has a delicate and well-balanced flavor. .

Strawberries that will make you want to eat more than one ``Mouikko''

Miyagi Prefecture's representative variety, Moikko, is a strawberry that is characterized by its large, conical shape and bright red color.
The cultivation of ``Tochiotome'' and ``Sachinoka'', which were the mainstay of the cultivation, was suffering from diseases and cold climate conditions every year, so there was an urgent need to develop varieties that were suitable for the climate of Miyagi Prefecture.
Furthermore, with the rise of original varieties across the country, there was a desire for Miyagi Prefecture to develop its own original varieties.
Riding on this momentum, ``Mouikko'' was developed.

The strawberry ``Mouikko'' is cute both in appearance and sound, but its size is beyond cute.
It's big.
It's huge anyway. The name ``Mouikko'' comes from the meaning ``Even though the grains are large, you can't help but reach for another one.''

The flavor is sweet and juicy enough even without condensed milk.
Normally, large strawberries are known for their strong taste, but this ``Mouikko'' is characterized by its delicate and refreshing taste.
There is no uneven color, and the color is solid red all the way to the center.
If the red color in the center has faded to white, the flavor is bland and sour, so you can assume that the fruit is not yet fully ripe.

How to enjoy Muikko

Nowadays, you can't just enjoy eating raw food.
You can fully enjoy its charm by making jam or putting it on sandwiches.

The good thing about this jam is that it's thicker than regular jam, so it's easier to spread on bread.
The taste is exactly like ``I'm going to go there''.
It has a long shelf life, so it is recommended for those who want to casually enjoy the taste of Ikko.

The sandwich is sandwiched between bread coated with fresh cream.
It has a very gorgeous appearance because it has a large fruit in between.
This is a must-try dish as it will be great on Instagram!

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The strongest original brand “Migaki Strawberry” is born!

There is another branded variety from Miyagi Prefecture.
That's what ``Migaki Strawberry'' is, a high-quality strawberry developed in Yamamoto Town that costs 1,000 yen each.
It is called an edible gem because of its price and shiny red appearance.

Its development was carried out using a method that sets it apart from conventional methods.
IT technical, scientific and skilled experience.
This Migaki Strawberry was born from the combination of these three forces.

The best blended fertilizers and growth conditions derived from the experience and intuition of craftsmen.
Using IT technology and science technology, we have created an environment where this can be done at all times, making stable production of high-quality strawberries possible.
It's not just a strong sweetness, it's not just refreshingly sour, it's the high quality "sweet and sour" that only Migaki Strawberry can offer, and it's only possible through the collaboration of experienced craftsmen and the latest technology.

When is the best season for strawberries in Miyagi?

Strawberries are said to be in season from April to May.
The harvest time for mouikko is usually from November to early May, but the most delicious time is probably from January to April.
Especially in March, which is the spring break, there are many farms in Watari Town and Yamamoto Town where ``Mouikko'' and ``Tochiotome'' are allowed to pick as many strawberries as they like.
Some farms are fully booked on weekends and holidays, so it might be a good idea to make a reservation by phone before visiting!

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• Introduction URL: Miyagi Prefecture's original seasonal strawberry variety "Moikko"

Migaki strawberry＜Information＞

• Address: 47 Yamadera Sakuratsutsumi, Yamamoto-machi, Watari-gun, Miyagi Prefecture
• Phone number: 0223-37-9634
• Official URL: http://www.migaki-ichigo.jp/

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