山形県·農産物
Obanazawa Watermelon
When you slice into it, there is a crisp, pleasant sound. As you bite into the bright red flesh, plenty of juice overflows along with a crunchy texture. Because it is sweet all the way to the rind, you are satisfied until the very last bite. Obanazawa is a production area that boasts the highest summer watermelon yield in Japan. Surrounded by mountains, this land is hot during the day and cools down significantly at night. That large temperature fluctuation develops a mellow sweetness of 12–13 degrees Brix and that signature crunchy texture. The well-drained, black volcanic ash soil is also a secret to its deliciousness. When bitten into while chilled, the sweet juice soaks into your heated body. Known as 'watermelon you taste with your teeth,' it is a seasonal tradition of summer in Obanazawa.
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