Japanese pear farmer Kazuaki Arai points to a Niitaka pear in his orchard in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture, on Sept. 24, 2025. (Mainichi/Takashi Ishizuka) ICHIKAWA, Chiba -- This city east of Tokyo is ...

The cooler season in Japan brings a delightful array of fruits that not only tantalize the taste buds but also reflect autumn’s vibrant colors. Here are some fruits you’ll find during this time. A ...

New Jersey is brimming with fall activities – from hayrides and pumpkin patches to hiking, wine tasting, and bustling farmers’ markets. While apple picking reigns as one of the state’s most popular ...

Fukuoka ranks among the top fruit-producing prefectures in Japan. In terms of yield and production, it holds second place for strawberries and kiwis, and third for persimmons nationwide. The fruit ...

Planning a family trip to Sapporo, Hokkaido? Discover why apartment hotels are the perfect choice for families seeking comfort and convenience. Sapporo offers a mix of modern amenities and cultural ...

Non alcoholic fatty disease (NAFLD) is the most common chronic liver disease that is managed in the liver departments. It seems that the prevalence of the disease is rising worldwide and as it has the ...

Pear trees can be roughly divided into two types: European and Asian. This distinction is not just about origin but also the fruit they produce. Fruit from Asian pears is usually crunchy and round or ...

1 Mt Albert Research Centre, The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Auckland, New Zealand 2 Havelock North Research Centre, The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food ...

Asian pears are the consummate palate cleanser. Ripe Asian pears are in our markets now, but how do you tell if they’re ripe? Both ripe and unripe Asian pears are juicy, lightly sweet and crisp. The ...