Japanese Fukuoka Kyoho Grapes

Kyoho grapes are a unique slip-skin variety grown in Yamanashi and Nagano prefectures in Japan. The name "Kyoho" is derived from the Japanese words for "giant" and "peak," as well as "the gift of the sun." These grapes are highly prized for their sweet taste, with a high sugar content and mild acidity. The flesh is known for its smooth, silky, and delicate texture, with a clear green color that resembles a fine wine.

Kyoho grapes have a slip-skin that allows the skin to be easily separated from the fruit without damaging the juicy flesh. The skin is thick and taut, but it has a natural bloom that protects the grapes from fermenting and moisture loss. Some people prefer to remove the skins before eating, as they have a slightly bitter flavour due to their tannic content. Despite this, Kyoho grapes remain one of the most popular grape varieties due to their unique combination of juicy flesh, sweetness, and texture.

STORAGE

After buying a bag of grapes, place it in a vented plastic bag, remove any rotting or decaying grapes, and store it in the refrigerator. They remain fresher for up to a week if you check on them periodically and remove any damaged grapes.

FUN FACTS & TIPS

In Japan, cultivating Kyoho grapes is considered an art form where pruning, researching, shaping, and harvesting are all part of the highly regulated growth process. As the grapes grow, the bunches are clipped to contain 30 to 35 berries that are evenly spaced and proportioned. It is thought that if there are too many fruits in one bunch, the grapes would lose their pleasant flavour.

NUTRITION & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Good for your heart
• Fight inflammation
• May have anticancer properties
• Better absorption other fat/oil soluble nutrient
• Lower risk of Alzheimer
• Lower risk of metabolic syndrome
• Promote a healthy complexion
• Reduce skin inflammation
• Accelerate wound healing
• Soothe dry skin
• Boost collagen production
• Reducing signs of aging

Rich In Fibre, Folate, Potassium, Healthy Fats, Vitamins K, C, E, B Vitamins & Minerals, Such As Copper, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Manganese, Iron And Zinc

Common Names: Kyoho-ya, Kyohō budō, fox grapes, grapes from Japan, Shizuoka, Yamanashi , Tagata District. 太陽の恵みたつぷりです, Tohoku Grapes, 山梨県 巨峰葡萄 巨峰ブドウ, 匠の葡萄