Pear orchards of Kureha Hills - Tourist Spot | Toyama City Official Tourism Website

The flowers reached full bloom on April 14, 2026 (8 days earlier than average). The best time to see them is until mid-April.

The four seasons of the Kureha Hills pear orchards begin with a carpet of white flowers.

Enjoy Toyama's summer fruit, Kureha pears, at this unique Toyama seasonal food spot.

In spring, the entire hillside is covered in white flowers, creating a breathtaking floral landscape that will make you want to take pictures.

Enjoy the beautiful changing seasons of Kureha, from spring flowers and summer fruits to golden fields in autumn.

Kureha pears are also sold at "JA Nanohana Kureha Pear Sorting Center".

Mount Kureha divides the Toyama Plain from east to west.
To the west lies a gently rolling hilly area covered with pear orchards, known for the Kureha pears, a summer delicacy of Toyama. From the surrounding high ground beyond the gently sloping fields, you can sometimes see the Tateyama mountain range.
A landscape typical of Toyama unfolds, with fruit trees and mountain ranges woven together.

In spring, the pear blossoms are in full bloom from mid-April to around Golden Week.
White flowers and fresh green leaves cover the hillside, creating a beautiful scene as if a white and green carpet had been laid out.
In summer, the fruits ripening beneath the lush green leaves shine brightly, and in autumn, the fields, after the harvest, are bathed in a golden glow.
This area, where you can enjoy different scenery throughout the four seasons, is also a popular spot for its breathtaking views that allow you to feel the changing of the seasons.

Kureha pears are harvested from early August to around October.

・Early August ~: “Kosui”
Late August to mid-September: "Hosui"
・Mid-to-late September: "Akizuki"

These varieties will be released one after another.
Its sweet and juicy flavor has made it a representative taste of summer in Toyama, and it is widely enjoyed in supermarkets and direct sales outlets throughout the prefecture.

■ Seasonal direct sales from pear farmers (recommended)
Around Yoshisaku and Ota, there are several farmers' direct sales outlets that are only open during harvest season. Look for the banners and signs, and popular stalls sometimes sell out by midday. *Locations and opening days vary by farm, so it is recommended to check the notices posted on-site or the information map.

■ Direct sales at the sorting facility (easy to buy)
Kureha pears are also sold at the JA Nanohana Kureha Pear Sorting Center in Yoshisaku, Toyama City (availability and availability vary depending on the day).
Approximate address: 4027 Yoshisaku, Toyama City / TEL: 076-434-1100

■ About shipping
Some farmers' markets offer nationwide shipping (convenient for gifts).
*Please note that direct sales availability and opening hours may vary depending on the year and day, so it is recommended to check in advance.

Facility information

Name	Pear orchards in the Kureha Hills
Address	Around Yoshisaku, Toyama City
Phone	076-443-2072 (Toyama City Tourism Policy Division)
Access	From Toyama Station, take the Ainokaze Toyama Railway bound for Takaoka/Kanazawa (approximately 5 minutes) → Get off at Kureha Station → Take the Kureha Ikiiki Bus (Ota/Furusawa/Ikeda Route) (approximately 6 minutes) → Get off at the nearest bus stop, Yoshisaku, and it's a short walk south towards the hills. Approximately 10 minutes from the Toyama-Nishi Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway.