When can I taste fresh pears at the museum?

Tasting opportunities for different pear varieties are available when in season, typically from late summer through autumn during harvest periods.

What can I do at the museum?

Explore exhibits on pear cultivation history and techniques, observe a pear orchard with various tree varieties, taste seasonal pears, purchase pear products at the shop, and potentially participate in pear-picking during harvest season.

What other pear varieties does Tottori grow besides Nijusseiki?

Tottori now grows multiple varieties including Shinsui, Hosui, and the premium Okusankichi pears, all of which may be featured at the museum.

What can I buy at the museum shop?

The shop sells pear-related products including fresh pears when available, pear juices, jams, sweets, and other Tottori specialty foods.

Tottori

Nashikkokan, Tottori Nijusseiki Pear Museum

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Last updated May 17, 2026

Nashikkokan, the Tottori Nijusseiki Pear Museum, is a specialized museum in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture, focused on pear cultivation. Opened in 2001, it celebrates Nijusseiki (20th Century) pears, the variety that became Tottori's signature agricultural product. Tottori's pear cultivation history exceeds 100 years, with regional climate, soil, and expertise providing ideal conditions. The Nijusseiki pear, discovered in 1888 in Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, was introduced to Tottori in the early 20th century and flourished. The variety's success established Tottori as Japan's leading pear-producing prefecture, making the fruit central to regional identity and economy. The museum preserves this agricultural heritage.

The museum documents Japanese pear cultivation, especially the Nijusseiki variety that shaped Tottori's agricultural character. Tottori produces approximately 10% of Japan's pear output, leading the nation. Exhibits address cultivation techniques, breeding developments, and economic impacts. Beyond Nijusseiki, Tottori grows varieties including Shinsui, Hosui, and premium Okusankichi. The facility explains pear-growing science: grafting, pollination, pruning, and pest management. The museum shows how one agricultural product shapes regional development.

Visitors view exhibits on cultivation history, techniques, and variety development through displays and multimedia. A pear orchard contains various tree varieties for observing actual cultivation during growing seasons. Tastings allow sampling different varieties in season, typically late summer through autumn. Hands-on pear-picking during harvest may be available with advance confirmation. Educational programs explain Tottori's geography and climate advantages for pear cultivation.

Nashikkokan is 10 to 15 minutes by car or taxi from JR Kurayoshi Station on the JR San'in Main Line. Limited buses may operate; verify schedules. From Tottori City, Kurayoshi is approximately 40 minutes by limited express train. The museum pairs with pear orchards offering picking experiences. Central Tottori location allows exploring Misasa Onsen, Mount Daisen, and coastal areas.

Hours

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Phone

+81 858-23-1174

Website

1174.sanin.jp

Overview

Address

198-4 Dakyōjichō, Kurayoshi, Tottori 682-0816, Japan

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Traveler reviews

I did not expect the Pear museum to be this fantastic. The displays may seem old school, yet the content is really good. It explains how the 20th century Pear is invented. From improving the soil, how to grow, how to harvest and automatically scanned the sweetness of pearls to packaging, it demonstrates the jointed effort of Tottori prefecture farmers. I especially liked a display, showing the whole process of growing pears. When you pressed the button, it showed you pictures of production, a little camera will run around the model, showing different sections. You can also have a taste of different pears, and finally I ended up buying some souvenir home.

NIGHT LO

Aug 1, 2025

This is the place for pear lovers to learn everything about pears, from farm to table. Foreigners show passports and receive 50% off on the entrance fee. In the pear kitchen present entrance receipt and sample 3 kinds of pears. My favorite is OUSYU. The center of the museum is a giant pear tree, the showcase of the Tottori pear industry. Under careful cultivation, it’s more than 100 years old and said to produce thousands pears a year. What a marvel of agricultural technology! JR and local bus service are not fully synced. We arrived kurayoshi station and realized no bus available within an hour. We took a taxi instead. The fare was 1550 yen. Just an FYI.

Make sure you come with some room in your stomach! The daily sample cup of three different types of pear is soooooo delicious. So was the pear ice cream. This pear museum is so well maintained and very educational! Lots of really cute old technologies that explain the process of pear planting, selecting, harvesting, etc. As foreigners, we got a 50% discount! Another pleasant surprise! Either way, it’s totally worth visiting! Staffs were super friendly and helpful.

Good for family, either having kids or elderly Normal fare for individual Adults is ¥400/ppl however there is a special fare for foreigners just ¥150/ppl only. Everyone can have a complimentary cup of pear in 3 different kinds for your tasting 👍🏼👍🏼

Pear was my favorite fruit before I entered, and it was my favorite fruit when I left ^^ I cannot imagine a museum with more about pears. It had everything: the process of harvest, types around the world, history of the fruit, statistics, local art, poetry, a taste testing, small cafe and great gift shop (outside the museum, although I would buy pears themselves at the local JA farmers market). I think they left no stone left unturned and there was something for everyone there, big or small, pear fan or (gasp, if possible) foe. Enjoy the museum, y'all! I later saw a pear tree while walking around Sekigane Onsen area and couldn't stop smiling.