Omi Hino Hinona-zuke
Hinona-zuke pickles the long, slender Hinona turnip native to Hino, Shiga, using salt, vinegar or rice bran. Its purple-red shoulder, white root and green leaves produce pale pink, white and...
At a glance
| Name | Omi Hino Hinona-zuke (Hinona-zuke) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Shiga |
| Region | Kansai |
| Type | Pickled slender purple-and-white Hinona turnips |
What is it?
Hinona-zuke pickles the long, slender Hinona turnip native to Hino, Shiga, using salt, vinegar or rice bran.
Its purple-red shoulder, white root and green leaves produce pale pink, white and green pieces with gentle heat, bitterness and acidity.
History and local context
Hino preserves a tradition that lord Gamo Sadahide found the plant growing near Kaigake in the Muromachi period and sent its pickle to Kyoto.
Sweet-vinegar ebi-zuke, bran pickles and chopped forms differ. Hinona's natural color distinguishes it from unrelated artificially colored sakura pickles.
How to enjoy it
Slice root and leaves together and taste without soy sauce alongside rice, grilled fish or ochazuke. Refrigerate after opening as labeled.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Omi Hino Hinona-zuke from?
It is associated with Shiga, in the Kansai region of Japan.
What kind of food is Omi Hino Hinona-zuke?
This guide classifies it as pickled slender purple-and-white hinona turnips. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Omi Hino Hinona-zuke online?
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