{"product_id":"fukuoka-hakata-amaou-strawberries","title":"Japanese Fukuoka Hakata Amaou Strawberries","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFukuoka Hakata Amaou Strawberries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the rich sweetness of Fukuoka Hakata Amaou Strawberries, one of Japan’s most famous premium strawberry varieties. Also known as Amaou strawberry, Japanese Amaou strawberry, Hakata Amaou, Fukuoka strawberry, あまおう, 博多あまおう or 甘王, this strawberry is prized for its large size, glossy red colour, juicy flesh and luxurious gifting appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaou is strongly associated with Fukuoka Prefecture in Japan. The name is commonly explained from four Japanese words: akai for red, marui for round, ookii for large and umai for delicious. This gives Amaou its clear identity as a large, red, round and delicious premium Japanese strawberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with many standard strawberries, Hakata Amaou has a fuller strawberry aroma, juicy bite and rich sweet flavour with mild balancing acidity. It is suitable for fresh eating, premium gifting, fruit platters, Japanese dessert presentation, cakes and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan, Fukuoka Prefecture. Product photos are for reference only. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the packaging design before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHakata Amaou Strawberry Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFukuoka Hakata Amaou Strawberries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmaou strawberry, Japanese Amaou strawberry, Hakata Amaou, Fukuoka strawberry, あまおう, 博多あまおう, 甘王\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan, Fukuoka Prefecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh premium Japanese strawberry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHakata Amaou is a well-known Fukuoka strawberry brand with strong premium gifting appeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmaou is commonly explained as akai, marui, ookii and umai, meaning red, round, large and delicious\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge, glossy red strawberries with an attractive round shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich sweetness, juicy strawberry aroma and mild balancing acidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuicy, tender and satisfying when properly chilled and fresh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrix \/ Sweetness Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublic references often describe Amaou as around 11° Brix or higher, but actual sweetness varies by harvest, ripeness, size and batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeason Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese strawberry season is generally strongest from winter to spring. Fukuoka strawberry picking is commonly associated with this period.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh eating, luxury fruit gifting, cakes, parfaits, fruit platters, dessert tables and Japanese premium fruit hampers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep refrigerated, unwashed and in original packaging. Wash only before eating.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHakata Amaou Strawberries are loved for their rich sweetness, strong strawberry aroma and juicy texture. The flavour is full and satisfying, with gentle acidity that keeps the sweetness from feeling flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fresh and properly chilled, Amaou strawberries have a tender bite and juicy finish. Their large size also makes them feel more luxurious than many standard strawberry varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Amaou strawberry from Fukuoka, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, glossy and bright red appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich sweet flavour with mild acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuicy and aromatic strawberry bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gifting and special occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for cakes, parfaits and dessert platters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest enjoyed fresh and chilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Amaou Strawberry Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaou is one of Japan’s most recognisable premium strawberry names. It is not positioned as a generic Japanese strawberry, but as a Fukuoka strawberry with a strong cultivar identity and premium reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \u003cstrong\u003eAmaou\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely understood through four qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Word\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Describes Amaou\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkai\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy red colour and attractive appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarui\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded, full-looking strawberry shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOokii\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnown for generous fruit size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUmai\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelicious\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich sweet flavour and juicy eating quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHakata Amaou from Fukuoka\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current product image shows \u003cstrong\u003e博多あまおう\u003c\/strong\u003e branding with Fukuoka markings, supporting a Hakata Amaou identity. Hakata Amaou is closely tied to Fukuoka Prefecture and is one of the region’s most famous fruit brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matters because customers searching for \u003cstrong\u003eamaou strawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e are usually not looking for a normal strawberry. They are looking for a premium Japanese strawberry with recognised origin, large fruit size, strong sweetness and gift-worthy presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmaou Strawberry Brix and Sweetness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor sweetness, it is safer not to promise one exact Brix value unless it is printed on the carton or confirmed by your supplier for the current batch. Public references often describe Amaou as around \u003cstrong\u003e11° Brix or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e, while actual eating sweetness depends on harvest timing, ripeness, fruit size, temperature, handling and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor customer-facing wording, use this batch-safe phrase:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaou is known for rich sweetness and juicy flavour. Public references often describe Amaou as around 11° Brix or higher, but actual sweetness may vary by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrawberry Picking Fukuoka and Amaou Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany customers search for \u003cstrong\u003estrawberry picking Fukuoka\u003c\/strong\u003e because Amaou is strongly linked with Fukuoka’s strawberry season. In Japan, Amaou strawberries are often enjoyed during the cooler months, and Fukuoka strawberry farms commonly feature Amaou during the winter-to-spring picking season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis SKC Fruits listing is for fresh imported Hakata Amaou strawberries in Singapore, not a strawberry picking ticket or farm booking. Availability depends on Japan harvest timing, export supply, air freight, local stock and seasonal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter to Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually the key Japanese strawberry season, including Fukuoka Amaou\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Eating Period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften strongest during cooler months when strawberries can develop good sweetness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingapore Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on shipment timing, air freight, fruit grade, packaging and stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStock may be limited, unavailable or replaced by other Japanese strawberry varieties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Eat Amaou Strawberries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaou strawberries are best enjoyed fresh and chilled. Wash them only just before eating, and keep the green hull on while washing to avoid water entering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common Japanese strawberry eating tip is to start from the stem side and finish at the pointed tip, because the tip is often perceived as the sweetest part of the berry. This lets the sweetness build as you eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat fresh and chilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash only before serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the hull on while washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat from the stem side toward the tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe in premium fruit platters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse for cakes, parfaits and dessert plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with cream, chocolate, yogurt or Japanese sweets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium strawberries are delicate and should be handled gently. Keep Hakata Amaou strawberries refrigerated in their original packaging and avoid pressing, stacking or shaking the tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wash before storage because extra moisture can shorten freshness and cause softening. Wash only right before eating, drain gently and enjoy as soon as possible for the best flavour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate immediately after delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep in original packaging where possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not wash before storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash only before eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle gently to avoid bruising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove soft or leaking berries early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest enjoyed within 2 to 3 days for peak quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutrition Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate values per 100g of raw strawberries. These are general strawberry nutrition values and are not lab-tested values for the current Hakata Amaou batch. 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