Sagahonoka Strawberry (さがほのか)

Slice a ripe Sagahonoka strawberry in half, and the contrast is striking. Its glossy red skin surrounds flesh that remains pale or nearly white, even when fully ripe. Sagahonoka (さがほのか) is a Japanese strawberry variety from Saga Prefecture, known for gentle sweetness, low acidity and a firm texture. It is not a white-skinned strawberry, and the pale center is not a sign of underripe fruit. You may also see it written as Saga Honoka strawberry or Sagahonoka ichigo, since ichigo means strawberry in Japanese. This guide covers its taste, season, history and growing areas, plus how it compares with Ichigosan and Amaou. TOCWhat Is Sagahonoka Strawberry? Sagahonoka is a strawberry cultivar developed by Saga Prefecture in Kyushu. Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) registered it on March 19, 2001. Its parents are Onishiki (大錦) and Toyonoka. MAFF’s variety record describes large, conical, firm berries with bright red skin, white flesh and a white core. Japanese nameさがほのか SpellingSagahonoka (registered form), also Saga Honoka Pronunciationsah-gah-hoh-noh-kah, five short even beats (not the English word saga) DeveloperSaga Prefecture, Kyushu ParentsOnishiki (大錦) × ...