Japanese Pear “Nashi（梨）”

Experience the Taste of Japan with Nashi Pears

The Nashi Pear, a staple of Japanese agriculture, offers a uniquely sweet, juicy, and crunchy experience. Originating in China and cultivated extensively in Japan, the Nashi is a cherished variety of pear, setting it apart from its Western and Chinese counterparts.

The beauty of the Nashi pear lies not only in its distinct taste but also in its texture. The fruit’s unique crunchiness is a result of ‘stone cells’, giving the Nashi a texture quite unlike any other pear.

Harvested from late August to November, each fruit is a delightful sphere of 10-18 cm in diameter, with an inviting yellowish-brown or yellow-green skin. Inside, the flesh is sweet and abundantly juicy, a true testament to the fertile lands it grows on.

Taste the Nashi Pear and experience a piece of Japan’s rich agricultural heritage, encapsulated in each and every bite. It’s more than just a fruit—it’s a flavor journey that your customers will surely appreciate and enjoy.

Hosui （豊水）

Hosui: The Quintessential Japanese Pear Experience

Hosui, a variety of pear that was cultivated by masters of the red pear in 1972, continues to be beloved to this day. Originating in Chiba Prefecture, it is now grown nationwide, and its abundant production has earned it a spot as one of the “Three Great Pears of Japan.”

Characterized by its rich sweetness, refreshing tartness, and juicy texture, Hosui is a culinary delight. Each hefty fruit, weighing in between 350g to 400g, is filled with thick, juice-rich flesh, giving you a full, satisfying mouthful with every bite.

The pear’s brightly colored skin, tinged with an attractive red hue, is plump and visually appealing. You can feel its freshness from the firm skin and weight in your hand. To maintain its quality, we recommend storing it in the vegetable compartment of your refrigerator and enjoying it as soon as possible.

Interestingly, the bottom part of the pear, closer to the stem, is sweeter. Cutting it into wedge-shaped pieces ensures an even sweetness with every bite.

Moreover, Hosui’s uniquely balanced sweetness and tartness makes it versatile not only for eating fresh but also for culinary uses. Grated and used to marinate meat, it tenderizes and adds a unique flavor. Simmered with sugar to create a compote, it brings out the pear’s sweetness and tartness, resulting in a delectable dessert.

The best time to enjoy Hosui is from August to September, with its peak harvest period in September. We invite you to taste the freshest, sweetest Hosui during this time. Its freshness and sweetness will undoubtedly delight your palate.

Product

Our product is the “Hosui Pear, 7-18 pieces, 5kg”. We handle it from early August to early October.

Niitaka （新高）

Introducing our “Niitaka” pear, characterized by its rich sweetness and thick flesh. This Niitaka pear is a unique variety, known for its large average size of 450-500g, and occasionally growing to about 1kg. It is marked by strong sweetness, mild acidity, and a soft, juicy texture.

The Niitaka pear was named in 1927, derived from its parent varieties “Amanogawa” from Niigata Prefecture and “Imamuraaki” from Kochi Prefecture. However, recent genetic analysis has suggested that it is likely “Chojuro,” not “Imamuraaki,” which is the parent.

The Niitaka pear has a uniformly plump shape, and a good pear is characterized by a lack of color unevenness in the skin and a firm skin. The weight of the pear also gives a sense of its size. It may have a large size and rough shoulders, but please take it as a unique feature of Niitaka pear.

As for storage, it is ideal to wrap it in newspaper or the like, put it in a plastic bag, and store it in the vegetable compartment of your refrigerator. If it’s fresh, it can last about a week, but it’s best to eat it as soon as possible.

As for eating, we recommend cutting the large Niitaka pear into eight long wedges. If you can’t consume it all, we also recommend making it into compote or using it in meat dishes.

The best season for Niitaka pears is from September to October, with October being the peak of shipment. Therefore, we can offer particularly fresh Niitaka pears during this period.

Our home base, Kumamoto Prefecture, is the largest production area of Niitaka pears, boasting a cultivated area of about 116 hectares, which accounts for about 15% of the total. Chiba and Niigata Prefectures are also important production areas for this Niitaka pear.

We hope you’ll take the opportunity to taste the wonderful charm of our Niitaka pears at least once. We are confident you will enjoy its rich sweetness and flavor.

Product

Our product offering includes “Niitaka Pears, 6-10 pieces, 5kg.” The availability period for these pears is from early September to early October.

Shinko （新興）

Introducing the “Shinko” pear, a variety rich in deep history and flavor. This variety was cultivated in 1941 at the Niigata Prefectural Agricultural Experiment Station from a natural hybrid seedling of the “Twentieth Century” pear. It is believed that the parents of this pear are the “Twentieth Century” and “Amanogawa,” which gives this pear a unique flavor and charm.

The large fruit weighs between 400-600g, providing a satisfying eating experience. The flesh is soft and dense, with an exquisite balance of abundant juice, sweetness, and a refreshing acidity. The harvest season is around October, and in cooler regions like Niigata Prefecture, you can enjoy them until winter. Although the production volume is not large, the rarity of the Shinko pear adds to its allure.

Shinko pears are generally round and plump. Look for those with a tight skin, free from color unevenness or blemishes. Its weight is also noteworthy. Even if some pears have a bumpy shape, you can enjoy this as a unique characteristic of the Shinko pear.

In terms of storage, it is recommended to avoid dryness and keep them in the vegetable compartment of your refrigerator or in a cool, dark place. Wrapping them in newspaper or similar before placing them in a plastic bag can help to keep the Shinko pear delicious for longer.

The main production area is Niigata Prefecture, boasting a cultivated area of 75.4 hectares, accounting for about 38% of the total. Furthermore, it is also cultivated in Tottori and Oita prefectures, spreading its delicious taste nationwide.

We invite you to experience the charm of this Shinko pear. Enjoy the flavor of the season transitioning from autumn to winter with the Shinko pear.

Product

Our product is the “Shinkou Pear, 7-20 pieces, 5kg.” The available period for handling is from early October to late October.

Akizuki （秋月）

We’re pleased to introduce you to the “Akizuki” pear, a variety that embodies the image of the autumn moon with its beautiful roundness and deep sweetness. This pear is first-rate in all aspects – size, weight, and flavor. Weighing about 500g each, its abundant sweetness is something you won’t forget once tasted.

The Akizuki pear is a hybrid of the “Shin-taka x Toyosui” and “Yousui” varieties, developed at the Institute of Fruit Tree and Tea Science, NARO. With less acidity compared to general pears, it primarily offers sweetness, enhancing the autumn harvest season as a delightful fruit.

The most distinctive feature of this pear is its sweetness. The flesh is soft with a dense texture. Since it’s low in acidity, the sweetness can be directly tasted, providing a very satisfying eating experience.

The way to select this pear is also unique. The most quality ones are round overall with a broad bottom, giving a solid weight when held. As it ripens, the skin turns brown.

As for storage, it is recommended to wrap the pear in newspaper or similar material, place it in a plastic bag, and store it in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator. This ensures minimal temperature fluctuations, preventing the loss of juice and maintaining its taste for a long time.

In addition to eating Akizuki pears as they are, they can also be used in cooking. You can make compote by simmering them with sugar, or they can be part of meat dishes. Also, marinating meat in grated pear for about 15 minutes will soften the meat and add the pear’s natural sweetness to the sauce, offering a win-win situation.

Please enjoy the rich sweetness of the Akizuki pear and its versatile ways of eating. Don’t miss out on this special taste of autumn.

Product

Our product is the “Akizuki Pear, 7-18 pieces, 5kg”. The handling period is from early August to late September.

Kosui （幸水）

Kosui Pears: An Exemplary Taste of Japanese Horticulture

The “Kosui” (幸水) pear, a celebrated variety among Japanese pears, stands as a distinctive cultivar developed through the crossbreeding of “Kikusui” (菊水) and “Wase Kozo” (早生幸蔵). This exceptional breed was diligently nurtured at the Fruit Research Facility of the Agricultural Research Institute and received official recognition in 1959.

Weighing around 250-300g each, Kosui pears are characterized by a slightly brown to greenish-brown skin, the color of which depends on the season and cultivation conditions. The name Kosui is a clever fusion, taking one character from each of its parent varieties.

Known for its pleasing balance of sweetness complemented by a subtle tartness, along with abundant juice, the Kosui pear has consistently enjoyed popularity among fruit connoisseurs.

Selecting the perfect Kosui pear involves looking for firm skin and a well-rounded feel when held. Although the color deepens midway through the season, ripeness isn’t solely indicated by color, and the taste remains delightfully consistent.

For storing Kosui pears, we recommend wrapping them in newspaper, placing them in a plastic bag, and storing them in your refrigerator’s vegetable compartment. Given their delicate nature, it’s best to consume them as soon as possible after purchase.

Whether you’re enjoying them fresh, cooked, or as part of a dessert, the versatility of Kosui pears allows for various culinary explorations. Sliced Kosui pears make an excellent topping for ice cream or a key ingredient in tarts.

Grown predominantly in the prefectures of Chiba, Ibaraki, and Tochigi, NipponFruit Co.,Ltd. carefully selects the finest Kosui pears from these regions at the peak of their season, which runs from July to September with a peak in August.

Experience the allure of Kosui pears, a testament to the dedication and expertise of Japanese horticulture. Enjoy this remarkable fruit in its purest form, brought to you by NipponFruit Co.,Ltd.