JPH03143328A - Method for engraving fruit and engraved fruit - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To obtain a fruit of added value as gift wares without causing putrefaction in an engraved part by directly engraving a character or figure on the surface of the fruit during growth and displaying the aforementioned character or figure in an embossed state utilizing natural curing in the subsequent growth stage. CONSTITUTION:For example, when the diameter of a pear fruit 12 during growth attains 5-6cm, a character [KOTOBUKI (congratulations)] 14 is engraved on the surface of the fruit 12 with a cutting tool, etc. The fruit 12 is then covered with a bag 16 and grown for a prescribed period. When the diameter of the fruit then attains about 15cm, harvesting is carried out to afford a fruit (12a) having an enlarged and embossed character (KOTOBUKI) (14a).

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION (1) Field of Industrial Application The present invention relates to a method for stamping characters, figures, etc. on the surface of fruits such as pears, and to stamped fruits.

(2) Conventional technology Fruits such as pears and apples have a rich juice and smooth pulp that gives them a umami flavor, and are often sold as raw food.
It is processed and sold as canned food. During the harvest period, most of the fruits are sold in boxes for raw consumption at stores. These boxed fruits sold in stores are given as gifts for weddings, Hi-Go-San, etc., or as celebratory gifts, with strings bearing the Kotobuki stamp, wrapping paper, etc. hung on the outside of the box. be.

(3) Problems to be Solved by the Invention However, in the case where the longevity seal string and wrapping paper are hung on the outside of the box, the giver has to remove the longevity seal string and wrapping paper when the box is opened. It was difficult for me to convey my feelings for a long time.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned conventional problems, and its purpose is to display letters, figures, etc. in relief directly on the surface of seasonal fruits such as pears, apples, and melons. To provide a fruit stamping method and a stamped fruit, which are characterized in that the heart of the giver is directly conveyed through the letters, figures, etc. displayed on the fruit when the fruit is given to a recipient, and added value can be increased due to its unexpectedness. It is in.

Il, Structure of the Invention (1) Means for Solving the Problems In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides
Characters 14, figures, etc. are engraved on the surface of the fruit using a cutlery, and then the fruit is allowed to grow for a certain period of time, and the engraved parts of the characters, figures, etc. engraved on the surface of the fruit are naturally healed and enlarged and embossed. This constitutes a fruit marking method characterized in that characters 1.4a, figures, etc. are displayed on the surface of the fruit 12a.

In addition, letters 14, figures, etc. engraved with a knife on the surface of the growing fruit 12 are enlarged and embossed as letters 14a, figures, etc. are engraved on the fruit surface by allowing the engraved portion to heal naturally as the fruit grows. This constitutes a stamped fruit 12a that is characterized by being displayed.

(2) Effect In the engraved fruit of the present invention, the surface of the growing fruit is engraved with a knife using a knife to inscribe, for example, characters such as ``shu'' or ``congratulations,'' or a figure representing the place of origin of the fruit.

The engraved characters, figures, etc. expand in shape as the fruit grows and heal naturally.

The skin of the engraved parts such as letters and figures is a different color from the fruit's skin, for example, the dark brown color is embossed in shape.

Therefore, the harvested engraved fruit can directly convey the heart of the giver through the characters and figures embossed on its surface, and can increase its added value as a gift.

(3) Embodiments Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 shows a state in which the character 14 for longevity is engraved with a sharp knife on the surface of a fruit 12 that is growing on a tree IO.

The engraved characters 14 are naturally cured as the fruit 2 grows, and as shown in FIG. The letters 14a are enlarged and embossed.
will be prepared.

Stamped fruit 12 with this character 14a displayed in relief
When a is packaged in a box and given as a gift for a celebration or as a present, the letter 14a displayed on each engraved fruit 12a will be conveyed to the hand as the giver's sincerity in the box when the box is opened. It becomes possible to cultivate that feeling for a long time until the engraved fruit 12a inside is exhausted.

The characters 14 engraved on the fruit 12 may include words such as congratulations, happiness, and condolences in addition to ``longevity,'' or characters, figures, etc. suitable for the place of origin of the fruit may be engraved and displayed. As the fruit 12, pears, apples, melons, etc. are used.

For example, in the case of pears, 1 degree of tree equals 1 bag.
The pears that were growing after 6 times became 5 to 6 cm in diameter5
At about the same time, the bag 16 is removed and characters 14, figures, etc. are engraved on the surface of the pear with a knife. After that, the pears are grown in 16 bags again, and harvested around September or October when the pears reach a diameter of about 15 cm. The dark brown imprints are shaped and are displayed as embossed letters 14a and figures that enlarge as the pear grows.

Then, characters 14, figures, etc. can be accurately engraved on the surface of a pear-like fruit using a sharp knife, and the engraved part, which expands in shape as the fruit grows, heals naturally and becomes a dark brown color. It has a shape similar to that of printing, and is accurately displayed as embossed characters 14a or figures.

■9 Effects of the Invention As explained above, the present invention directly imprints letters, figures, etc. on the surface of growing fruits such as pears, apples, and melons, and utilizes the natural healing process that occurs during the subsequent growth stages. The above characters,
This is a fruit stamping method and stamped fruit that displays figures in relief, and the stamped part of the fruit does not rot and is finished as if letters and figures were baked on the surface of the fruit and embossed. be.

When these engraved fruits are given to someone as a gift, the heart of the giver is directly conveyed through the letters, figures, etc. displayed on each engraved fruit, and the unexpectedness of the fruit can increase the added value of the fruit as a gift. .

In addition, every time you pick up a boxed engraved fruit, the letters and shapes on the surface stand out, creating an effect that can foster feelings in the giver not only when the box is opened, but also over a long period of time. It is something to play.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is an explanatory view of characters being engraved on fruit growing on a tree in order to carry out the fruit marking method of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the engraved fruit that has grown and been harvested. 10. Trees 12. ,,Fruit,12a,,. Stamped fruit, 14. , , Letters, 14a, , Enlarged embossed letters, 16. ,,bag

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. Characters, figures, etc. are engraved on the surface of a growing fruit using a cutlery, and then the fruit is allowed to grow for a certain period of time, and the characters, figures, etc. are engraved on the surface of the fruit. A method for marking fruits, characterized in that the parts are naturally healed and displayed as enlarged and embossed characters, figures, etc. on the surface of the fruit. 2. Letters, figures, etc. engraved with a cutlery on the surface of a growing fruit are displayed on the surface of the fruit as letters, figures, etc. that are enlarged and embossed as the engraved area heals naturally as the fruit grows. A stamped fruit characterized by: