Shogoin Turnip
One of Japan's Largest Turnips! A Traditional Vegetable of Kyoto

About Shogoin Turnip

The Shogoin Turnip (聖護院かぶ, Shogoin kabu) is one of Japan’s largest turnips and is classified as a traditional Kyoto vegetable, as well as a distinctive brand of Kyoto produce.

Its leaves are broad and smooth with slight indentations near the base, while the root is oval-shaped with a concave area near the attachment of the leaves. Early-harvest varieties tend to have a deeper concave top and a more rounded shape, showcasing superior quality. Late-harvest varieties, on the other hand, have a shallower concave top and a flatter, cylindrical shape, making them particularly suited for making senmaizuke, a type of traditional Kyoto pickled dish.

Known for its sweetness, juiciness, and fine-grained texture, the Shogoin Turnip is a versatile ingredient used in various dishes such as kabura-mushi (steamed turnip), simmered dishes, furofuki (boiled with miso), tai-kabura (braised with sea bream), and pickles like senmaizuke.

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