It features moderate stickiness, a rich aroma, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The grains separate well, offering a clean, refreshing mouthfeel. Number one in both production and consumption within Hokkaido!!
【Well-Balanced】
Named for its excellent “seven-point balance” of flavor, whiteness, luster, stickiness, aroma, softness, and mouthfeel. Neither overly sweet nor sticky, its light texture makes it ideal for daily use.
【Moderate Sweetness and Stickiness】
Features a subtle sweetness and stickiness that complements dishes rather than overpowering them. Its flavor pairs well with rice bowls and Japanese cuisine.
【Delicious Even When Cooled】
A key feature is that it retains distinct grain texture and flavor even after cooling, not just when freshly cooked. Ideal for bento boxes and rice balls.
【Regular on the “Special A” Taste Ranking】
A proven performer, consistently earning the “Special A” rating in the Japan Grain Inspection Association's taste rankings for over 15 consecutive years.
How to cook delicious rice When cooking with a rice cooker
How to cook delicious rice
When cooking with a rice cooker.
Since we have sent you freshly milled rice, please note the following points.
(1)
Measurement Measure the amount of rice accurately.
(2)
Washed rice Pour water into the bowl (or container) containing the rice.Immediately discard the water you added to the rice for the first time. The first water is absorbed by the rice. If you don't drain the water right away, the rice will pick up the smell of rice bran and become smelly.
(3)
Sharpen the rice. Rinse the water. When adding water from the second time onward, gently massage the rice. At this time, please be careful not to rub too hard. If you rub the rice too hard, it will damage the rice and cause it to fall apart after cooking.
(4)
Soak the rice in water.（Important） Do not start cooking in the rice cooker immediately after washing rice.Let the rice absorb the water slowly.The time to soak rice in water is about 1 hour in summer and about 2 hours in winter.
(5)
Cook the rice. Steam the rice. Do not open the lid immediately after the rice cooker finishes cooking.Steam for about 30 minutes.
(6)
Loosen the rice. Once the rice has finished steaming, stir gently to loosen the rice evenly from the bottom of the kiln.
(7)
Completion of delicious rice
Precautions when storing cooked rice. If you keep cooked rice warm for a long time, it will taste bad and turn yellow. We recommend freezing cooked rice.
How to cook delicious rice When cooking with a saucepan
How to cook delicious rice
When cooking with a saucepan.
Since we have sent you freshly milled rice, please note the following points.
Ingredients
150g Japanese short grain rice
200ml water
(1)
Measurement Measure the amount of rice accurately.
(2)
Washed rice Pour water into the bowl (or container) containing the rice.Immediately discard the water you added to the rice for the first time. The first water is absorbed by the rice. If you don't drain the water right away, the rice will pick up the smell of rice bran and become smelly.
(3)
Sharpen the rice. Rinse the water. When adding water from the second time onward, gently massage the rice. At this time, please be careful not to rub too hard. If you rub the rice too hard, it will damage the rice and cause it to fall apart after cooking.
(4)
Soak the rice in water.（Important） Do not start cooking in the rice cooker immediately after washing rice.Let the rice absorb the water slowly.The time to soak rice in water is about 1 hour in summer and about 2 hours in winter.
(5)
Cook the rice. Place the rice in a heavy-bottom saucepan and add 200ml of water. Bring the rice to the boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Keep the lid on until the rice is cooked.
(6)
Steam the rice. Turn the heat off and let the rice stand for 10 minutes to steam with the lid on.
(7)
Fluff the rice. Using a wooden paddle, or spoon if not available, fluff the rice to help the excess moisture evaporate. Serve hot with your favourite Japanese dishes or by itself with rice seasoning if desired.
Precautions when storing cooked rice. If you keep cooked rice warm for a long time, it will taste bad and turn yellow. We recommend freezing cooked rice.
