A premium watermelon from northern Japan has fetched 600,000 yen, or about 4,500 dollars, in the season's first auction.
The fruit is among 113 Densuke brand watermelons auctioned on Monday.
Densuke, a specialty of Toma Town, Hokkaido, features black skin and a sweet taste.
Harvesting of Densuke will continue till mid-August. Farmers say shipments will peak in mid-July, as the fruit is a popular summer gift.
The fruit is among 113 Densuke brand watermelons auctioned on Monday.
Densuke, a specialty of Toma Town, Hokkaido, features black skin and a sweet taste.
Harvesting of Densuke will continue till mid-August. Farmers say shipments will peak in mid-July, as the fruit is a popular summer gift.
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Premium Densuke watermelon from Hokkaido, Japan, fetched 600,000 yen in the first auction of the season. This specialty of Toma Town is known for its black skin and sweet taste. Harvesting continues till mid-August with peak shipments expected in mid-July due to its popularity as a summer gift.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20220614_37/
Date: June 14, 2022
Created: 2022/06/15 07:43
Updated: 2025/12/09 15:31
Last Read: 2022/06/15 07:43