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May 15th (Friday) - June 20th (Saturday), 2026

Shiobara Gourmet food and local production for local consumption spring

It's that time of year again! It's the season for Shiobara turnips, a representative highland vegetable of Nasushiobara City!

Grown freely in the high-altitude region, “Shiobara turnips” are an exceptional product that surpasses the concept of turnips with their tenderness and juiciness. Harvesting begins in May and continues for about a month, and the production volume is small. A “phantom turnip” that is rarely found on the market. That’s right. Some residents only eat turnips once a year, at this time of year! Once you’ve tried them, you can’t eat any other kind—it’s truly a case of “I can’t wait for this time of year!” A special treat That’s right! They’re also available in the fall, but the Shiobara turnips at this time of year are exceptionally delicious!! I really want you to try them! spring delicacies “is.

Shiobara turnips are the first treat of spring.

Once you try it, your perception of turnips will surely change! The peak season for Shiobara turnips is from mid-May to mid-June. Because the season is so short, it’s sure to become the “first spring treat” every year. If you find them, be sure to pick some up. [Shiobara Turnip] The Secret to its Deliciousness There are three characteristics that make Shiobara turnips so delicious! Once you try them, you’ll never go back to ordinary turnips?! These turnips have such a charm that they’ll make you look forward to spring every year.

○Sweetness unique to cold climates

During the day, nutrients are stored through photosynthesis, and at night, the decrease in temperature reduces consumption, allowing sugars to be concentrated and bringing out the sweetness.

○ The blessings of volcanic ash soil and water

Thanks to the well-drained volcanic ash soil and the abundant water nurtured by the mountains, Shiobara turnips grow freely and without stress, resulting in a variety that is both tender and juicy.

○ Fruit-like texture and juiciness

With its surprisingly fine texture and lack of stringiness, it’s sometimes described as being like a persimmon. Experience its fruit-like texture and juiciness by eating it raw.

Shops where you can buy Shiobara turnips

They are sold at roadside stations and direct sales outlets in the city. Shiobara turnips are very popular at this time of year and sometimes sell out by midday, so please come early if you’d like to purchase some. 〇Shiobara Monogatari-kan (Direct Sales Store) 747 Shiobara, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture Tel: 0287-32-4000 Business Hours: 8:00-16:00 (Same-day shipping available) 〇Iwanaya 579-16 Kamishiobara, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture Tel: 0287-32-4604 〇Michi -no-Eki Yunoka Shiobara (Agripal Shiobara) 442 Sekiya, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture Business Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Same-day shipping available / Telephone orders accepted *Subject to availability) 〇Sosui no Sato Direct Sales Center 656-2 Sankucho, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture Business Hours: 9:00-16:00 ( Same- day shipping available) 〇Michi -no-Eki Meiji no Mori Kuroiso 27 Aoki, Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture Business hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. *Sales may end earlier depending on the growth of the plants and the availability of supplies.

Restaurants serving dishes made with Shiobara turnips

🔳 Ryokan (Japanese inns ): Yuyado Umekawaso, Yuttari no Yado Matsufuro Matsuya , Gensen Kakenagashi no Chiisana Hotel Shiobara Sanso , Gensen no Yu Higashiya , Kokorozukushi no Yado Nuriya, Akazawa Onsen Ryokan, Hito, Ki, Omoi wo Tsumugu Yado Irodsumugi, Okushiobara Kogen Hotel , Yumori Tanakaya , Masudaya , Hotel Fukukujuen , Kamiaizuya, Myogaya Honkan , Keizanso, Yamanamiso , Majimaso , Keiunkaku , Motosenkan , Yamaguchiya Ryokan *In no particular order 🔳 Restaurants: Cafe Nanairo , Cafe Restaurant Yoto , Cheese Garden Shiobara Coffee , SUZU no Mori Café

Delicious ways to eat Shiobara turnips

Shiobara turnips are so tender you can eat them whole, and so juicy that water drips when you bite into them. First, be sure to peel them. Raw Try it! The sweetness and juiciness will fill your mouth. A local favorite?! Just mix it with miso! Miso mayonnaise is also recommended. Grill in an oiled frying pan until browned. It goes well with Western dishes such as pizza, pasta, and ajillo! It’s delicious boiled too! It cooks quickly and becomes tender in a short amount of time. The leaves and peels are also delicious! Try them in dishes like kinpira (a Japanese stir-fry dish). Deep-fry them and serve them as a side dish. After quickly blanching the leaves, you can use them in a salad or other side dish. Shiobara turnips are sometimes compared to fruit. They can also be marinated raw with olive oil, salt, and pepper. We also recommend taking a big bite with the skin on! You’ll be surprised by the juicy burst of flavor! Smaller grains can be cut in half and cooked as is. I also recommend these cute-looking pickles!