Mizukagami Omi Rice - Exquisite, Delicately Sweet Japanese Short Grain White Rice

Shiga Prefecture, often referred to as the "Granary of Kinki," has a long history of rice cultivation as the backbone of its agriculture. Various rice varieties, such as "Koshihikari," "Autumn Poem (Uta)," "Kinuhikari," and "Nihonbare," are cultivated in the region, showcasing the area's expertise in producing high-quality and high-yielding rice. Shiga has also developed its own unique rice varieties, including the recently introduced "Mizukagami," which debuted in autumn 2013.

Mizukagami is a rice variety that offers a safe, secure, and delicious experience, especially for growing children. Cultivated with consideration for Shiga's rich natural environment, including the pristine Lake Biwa, Mizukagami's cooked grains are sparkling and glossy, with a moderate stickiness and a smooth sweetness. This rice variety is delicious even when cooled, making it a perfect choice for bento boxes and rice balls.

Another Shiga specialty is "Shiga Hafutae Mochi," a premium glutinous rice developed in 1938 and used for high-grade traditional Japanese sweets. The deliciousness of Omi rice, the name associated with Shiga's rice, is nurtured in the region's abundant natural environment, including its clear waters and fertile soil.

Shiga Prefecture is committed to environmentally friendly rice cultivation, focusing on "safe, secure, and delicious" rice production while cherishing Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake. The rice production in the region follows the "Special Cultivation" method, which refers to growing rice with 50% or less of the specified conventional level of pesticides and 50% or less of the nitrogen component of chemical fertilizers, as defined by the producing prefecture or region.

Mizukagami, the original variety of Shiga Prefecture's Omi rice, is known for its catchphrase "Abundant harvest sparkling in clear water." This rice cooks up white, beautiful, and glossy, offering the deliciousness of rice in dishes like onigiri and bento. Grown with reduced pesticides and chemical fertilizers as an "Environmentally Conscious Rice," Mizukagami aims to lessen the impact on the environment, including Lake Biwa.

Carefully selected and expertly packed by [MAJI RICE], Mizukagami and other Shiga-grown rice varieties are a true reflection of the region's commitment to sustainable and delicious rice production. By cherishing the natural resources and crafting exceptional rice, Shiga continues to maintain its reputation as the "Granary of Kinki" and a premier destination for rice connoisseurs.

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