Description
■About Product
Bold, Plump & Naturally Grown in Aomori.
Basara Eggplants (婆娑羅茄子) are a rare traditional variety cultivated in Aomori Prefecture. With their striking round shape and impressive size, they embody the spirit of “Basara” — bold and extravagant.
Harvested carefully at peak freshness, each eggplant is firm yet tender, with dense flesh that holds up beautifully in cooking.
Taste Profile

Whether simmered, grilled, or prepared as tempura, Basara Eggplants absorb flavor deeply while maintaining their rich, meaty texture. Their smooth skin softens quickly when cooked, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
A rare local vegetable with exceptional taste — straight from Tokyo to your table
Availability
This premium local variety is grown only in limited quantities and available for a short season each year. Valued by chefs and home cooks alike, it is regarded as one of Aomori’s hidden gems.
A rare Japanese delicacy — bold in character and exceptional in taste, delivered fresh from Aomori to your table.