The history of strawberries in Japan was shaped by the passion of "Itsuto Fukuba." He worked hard for over ten years and developed an original variety called "Fukuba" in 1899, which was suitable for Japan's climate. This variety was cultivated in many places and laid the foundation for Japan's strawberry culture. Fukuba also introduced many agricultural techniques to Japan, such as the renovation of Shinjuku Gyoen, fruit bagging, and greenhouse cultivation, which are still used today. In the 1960s, greenhouse cultivation became popular, and strawberries became a beloved winter fruit. Further development led to new varieties like "Tochiotome" and "Tochiaika" in Tochigi, Ibaraki, and Shizuoka, enriching our tables with their delightful flavors.