🍐 Nashikkokan (Tottori 20th Century Pear Memorial Museum) | A pear-filled experience in Kurayoshi!

🎯 The only museum related to Tottori specialties Located in Kurayoshi Park Square, this is the only museum in Japan that focuses on pears. The giant Nijisseiki pear tree (74 years old, with a branch spread of 20m) is a sight to behold! Looking up at it from below, you'll be moved by its strength. ⸻ 🧠 Exhibits that let you learn and play together • 70 types of pears from around the world and the history of Japanese pears are introduced in an easy-to-understand manner through panels and materials. • There are also plenty of experiential exhibits, such as the **"Mysterious Garden." There is also a quiz rally and a hidden library, so both children and adults can enjoy it. ⸻ 🎬 Experience the story of pears at the theater The theater in the museum regularly screens video programs that teach you about the history and culture of pears, such as "The Path of the Pear" and "Tottori, a Pear-producing Region Spreading Its Wings into the Future." ⸻ 🍦 "Pear gourmet" you can taste on the spot • At the pear tasting corner, you can compare three varieties throughout the year . • At the parlour, you can enjoy refreshing sweets such as **Nijisseiki Pear Soft Serve Ice Cream (about 400 yen)** and pear juice . ✅ Recommended for • Families and children: You will be very satisfied with the many experiences that you can learn while playing. • People who pride themselves on being pear lovers: You can learn in depth about the history and culture as well as compare varieties. • On your way to Kurayoshi sightseeing: There are also many tourist spots in the surrounding area such as the Shirakabe Dozogun. ⸻ 💡 Model itinerary 1. Morning: Arrive at Kurayoshi Park Square by bus or car from Kurayoshi Station → Go to Nashikkokan 2. Appreciate the exhibition and theater → Taste different pears and enjoy a sweet treat with soft serve 3. Enjoy the quiz rally and kids corner at the Mysterious Garden 4. Purchase souvenir gourmet food at the parlor → Stroll around the Shirakabe Dozogun and have lunch ⸻ Nashikkokan is a spot where you can see, touch, and taste the charm of pears. If you're going to Kurayoshi, Tottori, be sure to stop by and enjoy the experience of eating pears with all your senses 🍐 #absolutely free trip #domestic trip #Tottori #Tottori trip