A Flavor of Early Summer: New 'Ibaraking Melon Monaka' Ice Cream Launched
U.S.M.H will release 'Ibaraking Melon Monaka' under its private brand 'eatime' for a limited time starting May 22. It features juice from the Ibaraki-native 'Ibaraking' melon and 100% Hokkaido milk, resulting in a smooth, aged ice cream.
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## A Flavor of Early Summer: New 'Ibaraking Melon Monaka' Ice Cream Launched
United Super Markets Holdings Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Takemi Ide; hereafter 'U.S.M.H') will launch 'Ibaraking Melon Monaka' under its private brand 'eatime'. This product is a Monaka-style ice cream that uses juice from the Ibaraki Prefecture original variety 'Ibaraking,' allowing consumers to enjoy the melon's characteristic rich aroma and refreshing sweetness. This seasonal flavor will be available for a limited time.
### Product Features
- Uses 7% juice from the 'Ibaraking' melon, known for its high sugar content, elegant sweetness, and refreshing aroma.
- Uses 100% milk produced in Horonobe-cho, Hokkaido.
- Features a smooth texture achieved by aging the ice cream in an aging tank.
- The moist texture and soft sweetness of the Monaka wafer complement the rich ice cream flavor.
### Release Date
May 22 (Friday)
### Price
140ml: 198 JPY (excluding tax), 213 JPY (including tax)
### Stores
- Maruetsu, Kasumi, MaxValu Kanto, and Inageya locations (some stores may not carry this product).
- Food delivery service 'Online Delivery' via the shopping app 'Scan & Go ignica' (https://od.ignica.com/).
United Super Markets Holdings Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Takemi Ide; hereafter 'U.S.M.H') will launch 'Ibaraking Melon Monaka' under its private brand 'eatime'. This product is a Monaka-style ice cream that uses juice from the Ibaraki Prefecture original variety 'Ibaraking,' allowing consumers to enjoy the melon's characteristic rich aroma and refreshing sweetness. This seasonal flavor will be available for a limited time.
### Product Features
- Uses 7% juice from the 'Ibaraking' melon, known for its high sugar content, elegant sweetness, and refreshing aroma.
- Uses 100% milk produced in Horonobe-cho, Hokkaido.
- Features a smooth texture achieved by aging the ice cream in an aging tank.
- The moist texture and soft sweetness of the Monaka wafer complement the rich ice cream flavor.
### Release Date
May 22 (Friday)
### Price
140ml: 198 JPY (excluding tax), 213 JPY (including tax)
### Stores
- Maruetsu, Kasumi, MaxValu Kanto, and Inageya locations (some stores may not carry this product).
- Food delivery service 'Online Delivery' via the shopping app 'Scan & Go ignica' (https://od.ignica.com/).
FAQ
Where can I buy Ibaraking Melon Monaka?
It is available at Maruetsu, Kasumi, MaxValu Kanto, Inageya stores, and via the 'Online Delivery' service.
What is Ibaraking?
It is an original melon variety from Ibaraki Prefecture, known for its high sugar content and rich aroma.
Are there any special features of this ice cream?
Yes, it uses 7% melon juice, 100% Hokkaido milk, and is aged in a tank for a smooth texture.