What is a red kuri squash?

Red kuri squash (often spelled 'kari') (katakana: ?????) is thick-skinned pink colored winter squash, that has the appearance of a small pumpkin without the ridges. It belongs to Cucurbita maxima Hubbard Group. read more

Red Kuri squash is a hubbard squash variety with a classic pear or tear drop like shape. It is in appearance similar to that of the classic hubbard only much smaller weighing on average only three to four pounds. read more

Red Kuri squash belongs to the Hubbard Squash family. It is commonly known as ‘Japanese’ squash, ‘Orange Hokkaido’ squash, Baby Red Hubbard squash or ‘Uchiki Kuri’ squash. It has a smooth skin with a vibrant orange colour. Originating in Japan, “kuri” translates to chestnut in Japanese. Kuri squash was developed in 1878. read more