Enjoy the juicy sweetness of Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear, a premium Japanese pear also known as 新甘泉 and pronounced Shinkansen. This golden Japanese pear is prized for its refreshing crunch, rich sweetness and abundant juice.
Shinkansen Pear is a Tottori original pear variety developed in Japan. It is known for its round shape, yellow to golden skin, small core and crisp, succulent flesh. When chilled and sliced, the pear gives a clean, juicy bite with a sweet, low-acid finish.
The name 新甘泉 can be understood as “new sweet spring,” referring to the pear’s flowing juiciness and strong sweetness. Selected batches are often promoted for high sweetness, with Shinkansen-grade pears commonly associated with a 13° Brix or higher standard depending on supplier and carton grading.
This Japanese golden pear is suitable for fresh eating, premium fruit gifting, after-meal fruit, chilled fruit plates, fruit platters and seasonal Japanese fruit sharing. As this is a fresh imported fruit, size, skin colour, sweetness, packaging and grade may vary by batch and shipment.
Origin: Japan. Product photos are for reference only. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the latest batch, size, packaging, grade or stock before ordering.
| Product | Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear |
| Also Known As | Shinkansen pear, Shin Kansen pear, Shin-Kansen pear, Tottori Shinkansen pear, Japanese Shinkansen pear, Japanese golden pear, golden pear, Japanese pear, Asian pear, premium Japanese pear, pear fruit |
| Japanese / Chinese Names | 新甘泉, 新甘泉梨, しんかんせん梨, 鳥取新甘泉, 鳥取梨, 日本梨, 日本水梨, 日本黄金梨, 日本黃金梨 |
| Botanical Guide | Japanese pear / Asian pear group, commonly linked with Pyrus pyrifolia-type pears |
| Origin | Japan. Commonly associated with Tottori Prefecture. |
| Fruit Style | Japanese golden pear / premium Asian pear / Tottori pear |
| Skin | Yellow to golden-yellow skin, smooth to lightly speckled depending on batch |
| Flesh | Pale cream to white flesh, crisp and very juicy |
| Taste | Sweet, refreshing, low-acid and clean-tasting when ripe |
| Texture | Crunchy, juicy and succulent, similar to premium Japanese nashi pear |
| Sweetness | Known for high sweetness; selected Shinkansen-grade batches are often associated with 13° Brix or higher depending on carton grading |
| Best For | Fresh eating, chilled fruit plates, Japanese fruit gifting, fruit platters and after-meal fruit |
| Season Note | Shinkansen pear season is usually short, commonly around late August to early September in Tottori. Singapore availability depends on shipment. |
| Storage | Keep refrigerated for best freshness and crunch. Serve chilled for best eating quality. |
Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear is sweet, crisp and full of juice. The flesh has the refreshing crunch of a Japanese nashi pear, with a richer sweetness and low acidity.
When served chilled, the pear gives a clean, juicy snap with a smooth sweetness that makes it easy to enjoy fresh. It is not a soft Western pear; it should be eaten crisp and juicy.
Shinkansen Pear, written as 新甘泉, is a Tottori original Japanese pear variety. It is a premium pear known for its rich sweetness, overflowing juice and crisp texture.
The name 新甘泉 is read as “Shinkansen,” similar to the sound of Japan’s bullet train, but the characters refer to sweetness and spring-like juiciness. This makes it a memorable Japanese fruit name and a popular seasonal pear among Japanese fruit lovers.
This product is written as Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear because the variety is strongly associated with Tottori Prefecture. Please check with SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the latest carton label, size, grade or sweetness standard before ordering.
Shinkansen Pear is valued because it combines the clean crunch of Japanese pear with rich sweetness and plenty of juice. Selected batches are often promoted with sweetness grading, and some Shinkansen-grade pears are selected to meet a 13° Brix or higher standard depending on the supplier.
Japanese pear production also places strong attention on fruit appearance, texture, sweetness and handling. Premium pears are usually selected carefully so that customers can enjoy a more consistent eating experience.
| Premium Point | What It Means |
| Japanese Origin | Produced in Japan, commonly associated with Tottori Prefecture |
| Original Variety | 新甘泉 is a Tottori original pear variety |
| Sweetness | Known for strong sweetness and low acidity |
| Texture | Crisp, juicy and refreshing |
| Seasonality | Short seasonal availability, usually around late summer to early autumn in Japan |
| Gift Appeal | Suitable for premium Japanese fruit gifting and sharing |
Shinkansen Pear is a seasonal Japanese pear. In Tottori, the harvest period is generally short, commonly around late August to early September. Singapore availability depends on Japanese harvest timing, export supply, shipment and stock condition.
Because the season is short, this pear may not be available all year round. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm current stock or upcoming shipment.
| Season Point | Details |
| Main Harvest Period | Usually late August to early September in Tottori |
| Singapore Availability | Depends on import shipment and stock condition |
| Best Eating Style | Fresh, chilled and sliced |
| Batch Note | Size, skin colour, sweetness, carton and grade may vary |
Shinkansen Pear should not be confused with general China golden pears, Shandong golden pears, Hebei crown pears, Bing Tang pears or Akizuki pears. These are different pear names and should not be used interchangeably unless the carton label confirms them.
| Pear Name | What It Means |
| Shinkansen Pear / 新甘泉 | Tottori original Japanese pear variety, known for sweetness and juiciness |
| Golden Pear | General descriptive name for yellow or golden-skinned pears; not always the same variety |
| Akizuki Pear / 秋月梨 | Different Japanese pear variety, not the same as Shinkansen Pear |
| Bing Tang Pear / 冰糖梨 | Chinese Rock Sugar Pear, different from Japanese Shinkansen Pear |
| Hebei Crown Pear / Shandong Golden Pear | Chinese pear names, not suitable as names for this Japan pear page |
Choose Shinkansen pears that feel heavy for their size, with fresh-looking yellow to golden skin and no mould or leaking. A good pear should feel firm and juicy, not soft or collapsed.
Japanese pears are usually eaten crisp, so they do not need to soften like Western pears. Natural speckles or small surface marks may vary by batch and do not always affect the eating quality.
| What to Look For | Good Sign |
| Weight | Feels heavy and juicy for its size |
| Skin | Fresh yellow to golden-yellow skin |
| Texture | Firm and crisp, not mushy |
| Shape | Round and even-looking, depending on batch |
| Avoid | Mould, leaking juice, fermented smell, heavy bruising or collapsed areas |
Shinkansen Pear is best eaten fresh and chilled. Wash gently, peel if preferred, then slice around the small centre core.
The pear is naturally juicy, so it is ideal for after-meal fruit, premium fruit plates and Japanese fruit sharing. Eat soon after cutting for the best crunch and freshness.
Approximate values per 100g of raw pear with skin. These are general pear nutrition values and are not specific lab-tested values for the current Shinkansen Pear batch. Exact values may vary depending on fruit size, ripeness, origin and batch.
| Calories | About 57 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | About 15.2 g |
| Total Sugars | About 9.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | About 3.1 g |
| Protein | About 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | About 0.1 g |
| Potassium | About 116 mg |
| Vitamin C | About 4.3 mg |
Shinkansen Pear can be enjoyed as a fresh fruit that naturally contains water, carbohydrates, fruit sugars, dietary fibre, vitamin C and potassium. It should not be treated as a medical food or used to claim disease prevention.
Keep Shinkansen Pear refrigerated for best freshness and crunch. Japanese pears are usually enjoyed firm and juicy, so they do not need to ripen until soft like Western pears.
Handle gently to avoid bruising. Whole pears may keep for several days or longer in the refrigerator depending on batch condition. Cut pear should be covered and stored in the refrigerator, then eaten soon.
SKC Fruits offers Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear for customers who enjoy premium Japanese fruits with crisp texture, strong sweetness and refreshing juice. This pear is suitable for fresh eating, gifting, fruit platters, after-meal fruit and seasonal Japanese fruit sharing.
As a real fruit shop in Singapore, SKC Fruits handles delicate imported fruits with practical fruit-selling experience. Our team checks the batch condition as carefully as possible before delivery, so customers can enjoy premium Japanese fruit delivery with better confidence.
Shinkansen Pear, written as 新甘泉, is a premium Japanese pear variety associated with Tottori Prefecture. It is known for its crisp texture, strong sweetness and very juicy flesh.
Yes. This product is listed as Japan Tottori Shinkansen Pear. 新甘泉 is strongly associated with Tottori Prefecture in Japan. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the latest batch, carton label, size or grade before ordering.
Shinkansen Pear can be described as a Japanese golden pear because of its yellow to golden skin. However, it is not the same as general China golden pear, Hebei crown pear, Shandong golden pear or Bing Tang pear.
Shinkansen Pear tastes sweet, juicy and refreshing, with low acidity and a crisp Japanese pear texture. It is best eaten chilled and sliced.
Selected Shinkansen-grade pears are commonly associated with 13° Brix or higher depending on supplier and carton grading. Sweetness can still vary by batch, fruit size, ripeness and shipment condition.
In Tottori, Shinkansen Pear is usually a short-season fruit around late August to early September. Singapore availability depends on harvest, export supply and shipment.
Keep Shinkansen Pear refrigerated for best freshness and crunch. Serve chilled, and store cut pear covered in the refrigerator before eating soon.
Approximate general pear nutrition per 100g includes about 57 kcal, 15.2g carbohydrates, 9.8g sugars, 3.1g dietary fibre, 0.4g protein, 0.1g fat, 116mg potassium and 4.3mg vitamin C. Exact values vary by fruit size, ripeness, origin and batch.
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