Taste & Texture
Characterized by crisp, juicy texture. Refined sweetness harmonizes with mild acidity and abundant juice. Sweetness intensity and aroma vary by cultivar
Season
How to Choose
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Choose pears that feel heavy for their size with glossy, taut skin.
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The stem should be firm with no bruises or dents.
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Uniform coloring characteristic of the cultivar indicates ripeness.
How to Store
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Store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator vegetable compartment.
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Keep sealed as pears are sensitive to drying out.
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Remove from refrigerator 1-2 hours before eating to enhance sweetness.
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Keeps 2-3 days at room temperature.
* High ethylene producer — store separately from other produce.
Nutrition Facts
ENERGY CONTENT
38
KCAL
Source: Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th ed.) 2020
Wholesale Market Data
MARKET INSIGHTS
Source: MAFF Wholesale Market Survey for Fresh Produce (2023)
Production Ranking
Map data: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT Japan)
Source: MAFF Crop Statistics / Agricultural Census (2023)
Top 5 Prefecture Harvest Trends (2018-2023)
Consumption Ranking
National Average (annual spending per household)
Source: Statistics Bureau Family Income and Expenditure Survey (2024, two-or-more-person households, prefectural capital cities)