Furano Melon - The taste of Japanese summer. Extra large 2kg+, juicy, fragrant, and super sweet.Ships from early July by reservation order. Perfect for: Luxury summer gift (Ochugen), family treat, special dessert. Why Nakayama Farm's Melon is Special Furano Melon is not one variety - it's the name for all melons grown in Furano. The taste depends completely on the farmer and the field. Nakayama Farm is in Yamabe, known as the best area for melons in Furano. Every year we test many varieties and only ship the best one for that season. Premium Quality, Extra Large Size Only: In Japan, melons are strictly graded by sweetness, aroma, netting, and shape. We ship only the top premium grade - and only extra large melons over 2kg, selected for perfect sweetness and beautiful netting, good enough for gifting. Best Seasonal Variety - You Don't Need to Choose: Early-Mid July: King Ruby (Red flesh, rich and deep sweetness) Late July-Early Aug: Orphe (Green flesh, elegant and refreshing) Late July-Late Sep: Tiara (Red flesh, super juicy, melting texture) We send you the best variety available at that time. You cannot choose variety. How to Enjoy at Its Best How to know it's ready - Check the stem: Please check the harvest date included in the box. It's ready when the stem end (where the vine was) looks dried and withered. Choose your ripeness: Leave at room temperature to ripen.- For a firmer, crisp texture: about 5 days from harvest date- For a soft, juicy, melting texture (Recommended): about 9 days from harvest dateChoose your favorite timing! How to chill: Chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours before eating. Don't over-chill, or you won't taste the sweetness. How to cut: Cut in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and enjoy with a spoon. Nakayama Farm's melons have very thin skin, so you can enjoy more of the fruit right up to the rind. Shipping: Free shipping included. No additional charges anywhere in Japan. Details: Premium Large 2kg+ per melon. Available in 1pc / 2pcs / 4pcs. Please select from options. Ships from early July by reservation. Best seasonal variety will be selected for you.
