Rare French-origin winter European pear (Pyrus communis) grown almost exclusively in Niigata, prized for intense aroma, melting texture and high sweetness — nicknamed the 'phantom pear' for its difficulty to grow. Positioned as a top-tier December gift fruit.
The supplierTrees imported from France early 20th c.; Niigata holds near-monopoly of Japanese Le Lectier cultivation.
Why it sells abroadNear-exclusive Japanese European pear; 'phantom fruit' rarity story ideal for luxury gifting
Buyer's brief ✓ SOURCES VERIFIED
Certifications(confirmed) Le Lectier is a Niigata signature European pear distributed via JA Niigata co-ops (incl. JA Town direct online sales). Per-shipment phytosanitary certificate applies to fresh export; prefectural grading and ripen-to-order handling apply. GLOBALG.A.P/JGAP/Organic: not publicly verified.
Pack formatsCushioned gift boxes (draft retained)
Shelf lifeRipened-to-order; ~1-2 week chilled window once ripe (draft retained)
StorageCool/chilled until ripening; ripen at room temperature; eat within days of softening
Minimum orderTypical: airfreight gift-box lots
Lead timeTypical: late Nov-Dec season only
CapacitySeasonal window late Nov-Dec (very limited supply)
Container loadTypical: airfreight only (delicate, short window)
PricingTypical: luxury gift pricing
OEM / private labelNo
Wholesale & MOQTypical: cushioned gift boxes (3-6 fruit)
Key exporters & distributorsNiigata JA-affiliated exporters, premium fruit traders
Export regulationFresh European pear (P. communis, distinct phytosanitary line from nashi): phytosanitary certificate required; SE Asia/HK/Taiwan access typical for ware pears. Confirm destination access; not a US/EU fresh-access commodity by default.
Market demandNiche luxury demand in Taiwan/HK
How to source itNiigata growers / JA Town (JA online direct) -> exporter -> Asian importer
MakerJA Niigata co-ops / Niigata pear growers (JA Town direct sales)
OriginNiigata, Japan
CategoryFresh & Specialty / Fruit
Available inTaiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore
HandlingChilled
Price tierPremium
ChannelPremium/Gift
Export readinessEmerging
HS code0808.30
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Profile maintained by Japonity (japonity.com), May 2026. General sourcing information only — confirm current availability, pricing, MOQ and the destination market's import rules with the maker or exporter before contracting. Japonity is not affiliated with this brand.
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