variants: or kabocha squash or kabocha pumpkin or less commonly kobocha or kobocha squash or kobocha pumpkin
Definition of kabocha
: a winter squash (Curcubita maxima) of Japanese origin that is round with somewhat flattened top and bottom, typically dark green skin usually streaked or mottled with pale green, and yellowish-orange sweet flesh
Scoop the squash from its rind. There's no need to be too careful; kabocha squash skin is thin and easily eaten. — The Chicago Daily HeraldKabochas make a lovely table decoration until they're cooked. — The Grand Rapids Herald ReviewIf you don't have access to kabocha pumpkin, which can be found at the State Farmers Market, it can be substituted for butternut squash or canned pumpkin puree …— Brigid Washington