fruit

The little seeds on the surface of a strawberry are actually the fruit. They’re the parts that used to be the pistil’s ovary, and they become the strawberry’s fruits. That distinctive texture of the tiny seeds really gives strawberries their unique character, doesn’t it?

The calyx is curling backward.

The key points for picking delicious strawberries are that they’re red all the way up to the calyx, the seeds are red, and the calyx is curled back.

Because it increases nutrients

Strawberries contain a component called citric acid, which helps your body absorb the calcium in milk more easily. That’s why strawberries and milk are a perfect match.

tip; forefront; cutting edge; point; leading edge

Strawberries ripen from the tip, so that part is the sweetest. When eating strawberries, start from the stem end so you can enjoy the flavor better—highly recommended.

white

White strawberries are a variety that suddenly emerged during the course of development. They’re just as sweet and delicious as red strawberries. Popular cultivars include Awayuki and Hatsukoi no Kaori.

Tochiotome

Tochiotome is a strawberry grown in Tochigi Prefecture. Its consistently delicious flavor has earned a great reputation and continued love from many people. Marihime is grown in Wakayama Prefecture and is prized for its refined sweetness and tartness. Sachihonoka is produced in Saga Prefecture and is characterized by low acidity and strong sweetness.

Strawberry fried rice

Tochigi Prefecture has a high strawberry production, right? Among its local specialties, the famous one is strawberry fried rice. It’s a refreshing fried rice with a hint of strawberry tartness in the aroma.