[2026 update] Yotsuboshi, a favorite at Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm: its taste and features explained
Bold sweetness and flesh red to the core: what Yotsuboshi tastes like, how it differs from Yumenoka, and tips for comparing them at Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm.
Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm is a quick train ride from central Tokyo (an 8-minute walk from Bubaigawara Station on the Keio Line and JR Nambu Line).
On our 30-minute all-you-can-eat strawberry picking plan, Yotsuboshi is just as popular with visitors as our signature variety, Yumenoka.
What does Yotsuboshi taste like? How is it different from Yumenoka? To answer those questions, this article takes a good look at everything that makes Yotsuboshi so appealing!
1. All four stars: where the name "Yotsuboshi" comes from
The unusual name "Yotsuboshi," meaning "four stars," carries a wish for these four "stars":
- Sweetness
- Tartness
- Flavor
- Deliciousness
It was named for having all four and being "four-star delicious," and it's a next-generation elite variety that's quickly gaining popularity among strawberry fans.
2. Yotsuboshi is rich! Three features
(1) Bold sweetness and a deep, full flavor
Yotsuboshi's biggest feature is how intense its flavor is. A strong sweetness spreads the moment you take a bite, but it also has just the right tartness, so the flavor never goes flat and you get a very rich, full-bodied aftertaste.
(2) Beautiful flesh that's red to the core
Many varieties are white at the center, but Yotsuboshi tends to turn red all the way through. It looks great in photos, and the bright red cross-section is mouthwatering.
(3) A strong, bright aroma
The sweet scent unique to strawberries drifts over you the moment you step into the greenhouse. Yotsuboshi's aroma is especially strong, and it gets you excited even before your first bite.
3. Comparing our two signature varieties, Yumenoka and Yotsuboshi
At Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm, you can compare these two varieties, depending on how they're growing. Knowing how each one differs makes strawberry picking even more fun!
| Variety | Flavor | Texture | How we recommend enjoying it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yotsuboshi | Rich sweetness and depth, with just the right tartness | Slightly soft | Try it without condensed milk first and savor its rich power as it is! |
| Yumenoka | Light, refreshing sweet-tart flavor | Very juicy | A crisp texture and a classic flavor you won't tire of, even after 30 minutes of eating! |
4. How to enjoy it at Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm
Enjoy Yotsuboshi to the fullest with features you'll only find at our farm.
- Easy picking while standing (raised-bed growing)
Our whole farm uses raised-bed growing. The wide aisles are easy to get through with a stroller or wheelchair, and you can find beautiful Yotsuboshi without getting your clothes dirty. - Change the flavor with free condensed milk and chocolate sauce
Yotsuboshi has such a rich flavor that it goes wonderfully with chocolate sauce. The sauces come with free refills, so try finding your own favorite way to eat it. - After strawberry picking, head to Tokyo Strawberry Cafe
There's always room for dessert, even after plenty of strawberries! At our farm-run cafe next door, you can enjoy a menu full of strawberries straight from the farm.
5. Summary
If sweetness alone isn't enough for you, or you want to enjoy the deep flavor of a real strawberry, Yotsuboshi is the one we'd love you to try.
If you find one of these bright red, ripe Yotsuboshi in the greenhouse this season, don't hesitate to pick it! We look forward to welcoming you.
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About this article
Author: Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm Editorial Team
An editorial team that creates and publishes official information based on on-site insights from cultivation, customer service, and farm operations at Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm.
Reviewed by: Kiyoshi Seki (関 喜良) (Supervising Editor)
Operations manager of Fuchu Strawberry Picking Farm. Responsible for final checks of official information, legal disclosures, and business information.