Abstract
"Akishimidori 1" was selected by the pedigree-mass selection method from a local variety, "Yukinoshita", which was grown in the Kazuno region in Akita prefecture. The characteristics of "Akishimidori 1" compared with "Aomedaizu" are as follows. It tended to have less branches, and had a shorter main stem. It was more resistant to lodging and vine growth was less excessive, thus being suitable for combine harvesting. The seeds are large and the seed-coat color is deep green. The cotyledon color is green. The maturing time is 22 days earlier than that of "Aomedaizu", belonging to group III (medium) in Akita prefecture. The high yield was obtained at a seeding density of 14/m2 when sown during the first ten days of June. When sown in mid-June, it must be increased to 18/m2. Tounyu color was light green and the taste of tofu was as good as "Aomedaizu". "Akishimidori 1" is considered to be adapted to the whole area of Akita prefecture, except for the early seeding in south regions.
