Buyer Survey: Cherries — published on
Nikkei MJ

In a survey of 20 major products (brands), Sato Nishiki, one of the most notable brands in Japan, ranked 1st. It was rated top in 12 out of 17 evaluation categories, such as "taste (sweetness)," "popularity," and "color/glossiness." The 2nd place was Benishuho, a hybrid between Sato Nishiki and Tenko Nishiki, which has a distinct characteristic of its deep color and high sugar content among Japanese brands. It marked the highest ratings in 4 categories, including "size of buds."