What is "kyoyasai"

Kyōyasai is the term for heirloom vegetables originating in Japan's Kyoto Prefecture. According to the research of the Laboratory of Health and Environment of Kyoto, Kyoyasai have more minerals, fibers and vitamins than many other vegetables. According to research, Kyoyasai have more nutrients that repair DNA than other vegetables. Kyoyasai are relatively expensive. Japanese consumers consider many Kyoyasai strange, because of their appearance.