Kosui Pears

A Kosui pear is on the small to medium side for Asian Pears. It has a round shape that looks flattened, like mandarin oranges do. The skin is tender; it will have brown russetting on a background that varies from light green to bronze-brown or bronze-yellow.

The taste is very sweet with no tartness; the flesh is crisp and juicy.

Storage Hints

Store in fridge for up to 1 month.

History Notes

The Kosui is a hybrid between Kikusui and Wasekozo Asian Pears. It was released in Japan in 1959.

Language Notes

Kosui in Japanese means “Good Water”.

This page first published: Jan 31, 2004 · Updated: Jun 16, 2018.

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