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Yubari King is a netted, orange-fleshed muskmelon cultivated in Yubari, Hokkaido, Japan. It is a hybrid associated with the Earl's Favourite and Burpee's Spicy cultivars and is valued for its fragrance, sweetness, and soft, juicy flesh. The melons are graded for quality and are widely used as seasonal gifts; ceremonial first auctions sometimes produce unusually high prices that do not represent ordinary retail sales.
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Yubari King ranks #1 of 173 in the Melon ranking, ahead of Charentais.
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Why are Yubari King melons so expensive?
Yubari King melons are grown only in Yubari, Hokkaido, and must meet strict standards for sweetness, aroma, shape, and netting. The most exceptional pairs are sold at ceremonial first-season auctions, while ordinary retail fruit costs far less than the headline auction prices.
What kind of melon is a Yubari King?
It is a premium orange-fleshed cantaloupe developed from two cantaloupe varieties. Its characteristic flavor combines pronounced sweetness with a soft, juicy texture.
Can authentic Yubari King melons be grown outside Yubari?
Fruit marketed under the protected Yubari Melon name must come from the Yubari area of Hokkaido. Similar orange-fleshed melons can be grown elsewhere, but they are not authentic Yubari Kings.
Why are Yubari King melons often sold in pairs?
Pairs are a prestigious seasonal gift in Japan, especially when both melons have symmetrical shapes and matching surface netting. Auction coverage also commonly focuses on matched pairs, which helps explain the enormous prices reported in the news.
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