Wakayama White Radish

Raphanus sarivus   Approximately 100 seeds per pack. Germination ~ 91% Packed for 2025  The Wakayama White Radish, also known as "Wakayama Daikon" or "Japanese White Radish," is a variety of radish that is popular in Japan and is well-known for its unique qualities. This medium-sized variety of daikon radish is from Japan's Wakayama Prefecture. The root is crisp and has a tender long white root reaching 12-14" long and 2" in diameter. 60-70 days to maturity. Grown as a cool season annual.   Although daikon is widely grown and consumed throughout East Asia, it is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean. However, these radishes soon made their way to countries including China, Japan, and Korea sometime during the third or fourth century. In Japanese cuisine, Wakayama White Radish is a common ingredient in traditional dishes and is often served alongside sushi and sashimi as a palate cleanser. It is also an essential component of the New Year's Osechi Ryori, a special meal to ce