Pears have grown wild in Japan since ancient times, and are thought to have been eaten since before Christ. The oldest records of pear cultivation can be found in the "Nihon Shoki" (720) and "Fudoki" (early 8th century), which show that pears were cultivated at that time. Pears are a fruit that has developed to the present day through traditions that have continued since ancient times and modern improvements in breeding and cultivation techniques.
Kyoto Tango Pear
The secret of deliciousness
①Geography and climate of Kyotango City
・Climate with large temperature differences Kyotango City has a large temperature difference between day and night, and this temperature difference brings out the sweetness of pears, especially during the autumn harvest season. The temperature difference allows the pears to accumulate sugar, resulting in fruits with a rich sweetness.
② Carefully selected varieties and cultivation methods
・Nijisseiki Pears and their improved varieties Kyotango Pears mainly cultivates the "Nijisseiki" pear and its improved varieties (Gold Nijisseiki, Osa Nijisseiki, etc.).
These varieties are characterized by a refreshing sweetness and a crunchy texture, making them an enjoyable, elegant treat.
- Thorough bagging When cultivating Kyotango pears, it is common to bag them twice. Bagging is an important process to protect the fruit from external influences and to give the skin a beautiful finish. This time-consuming process improves the appearance and quality of the pears.
③ Appropriate planting density and thinning
・Thinning out the fruit We limit the number of fruits that can grow on one tree. Thinning out the fruit allows the remaining fruits to receive sufficient nutrients, allowing them to grow into larger, sweeter pears. This results in fruits with a high sugar content and a rich flavor.
The secret to its deliciousness lies in the unique natural environment of the Tango region and the meticulous cultivation techniques of the farmers.
Kyotango pears are highly acclaimed for both their beautiful appearance and delicious taste, and are one of the pears with many fans across the country.
Features
A green pear with a refreshing sweetness and elegant taste. It is characterized by its smooth skin and perfect shape. The standard is a sugar content of 11.5 degrees or more, a spherical shape, and a weight of 312g or more.
History
Pear cultivation began in the towns of Amino and Kumihama at the end of the Meiji period.
Before the war, the Nijisseiki pear was introduced and the cultivation techniques were learned from Tottori Prefecture, which was a pioneer in this field.
It was registered as a Kyoto brand product in 12.
〇Cultivation method
By taking the time to bag the fruit twice, we give the surface of the fruit a beautiful finish.
By limiting the amount of fruit per tree, sweeter, larger fruit can be cultivated.