長野/Nagano | SKU: A-249224-6

Nagano Sasashigure Organic & Natural Farming-【無農薬・自然栽培】長野ササシグレ- 2025 Crop

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Nagano Sasashigure（長野ササシグレ）

Naturally Farmed Heritage Rice from Ina — Elegant, Clear, and Timeless

Nagano Sasashigure is a rare heritage rice grown in Ina City, Nagano Prefecture, by the rice farm Hase, using natural farming methods (無農薬・無化学肥料). Cultivated in the mountainous foothills of the Southern Alps, this rice revives one of Japan’s most refined historic varieties—now seldom found in modern markets.

the rice farm Hase grows Sasashigure not for yield or convenience, but to preserve flavor, lineage, and cultural value.

About the Producer — the rice farm Hase

the rice farm Hase operates in the hilly, depopulated regions of Ina City, focusing on:

Revitalizing abandoned farmland
Growing rice exclusively through natural cultivation
Sharing high-quality Japanese rice with the world through direct, transparent sourcing

The farm also produces distinctive varieties such as Kamiakari (giant-germ rice) and other traditional cultivars, alongside rice-based processed foods—always guided by respect for soil vitality and natural growth cycles.

Natural Farming Philosophy（自然栽培）

Nagano Sasashigure is grown with:

No pesticides
No chemical fertilizers

Instead, the rice farm Hase relies on:

Snowmelt water from the Southern Alps
Long-term soil health and microbial balance
Allowing rice to grow slowly and honestly

This approach is essential for Sasashigure, a delicate variety whose true elegance emerges only under restrained cultivation.

About the Variety — Sasashigure（ササシグレ）

A prewar Japanese variety from the early Shōwa era
The parent variety of Sasanishiki
Once called the “Lady of Rice” (米の貴婦人) for its refined taste

Because it is susceptible to disease and lodging, Sasashigure is difficult to grow and now considered a “phantom rice” due to its rarity.

Taste & Texture Profile

Light, refined sweetness
Very low stickiness
Clean, graceful mouthfeel
Enhances the flavor of side dishes
Excellent even when cooled

Compared to modern sticky rice, Sasashigure is restrained, calm, and food-forward.

Ideal Uses

Traditional Japanese meals (washoku)
Seasonal dishes and bento
Meals enjoyed at room temperature
For those who prefer clarity over richness

Who This Rice Is For

Fans of classic, non-sticky Japanese rice
Those who value rice as a supporting element of cuisine
Customers interested in heritage varieties and natural farming

Our Commitment to Trust

We offer Nagano Sasashigure from the rice farm Hase because it represents:

A rare living link to Japan’s rice history
Transparent, natural cultivation
Careful stewardship of difficult varieties

If you are looking for a rice with elegance, history, and quiet depth, Nagano Sasashigure delivers what modern varieties cannot.
Light sweetness. Clear texture. Enduring beauty.

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Japanese rice is short-grain rice. "Hakumai," Japanese white rice, is milled to remove the rice bran from the brown rice, known as "Genmai".

"Butsuki-mai" is partially milled rice, named after how much of the bran has been removed from the brown rice.

The nutritional value of bran is retained by adjusting the ratio of milled rice:

30% milled rice: 30% of the bran has been removed.
50% milled rice: 50% of the bran has been removed.
70% milled rice: 70% of the bran has been removed.

How to Cook White Rice & Partially Milled Rice

Instructions:

Measure the rice.
1. Level off the rice in the measuring cup.
2. 1 rice measuring cup = 180ml/150g.
Rinse the rice.
1. Add water to the bowl and pour it out quickly.
2. This removes any dust from the rice's surface and avoids being absorbed.
Wash the rice.
1. Gently wash the rice by stirring by hand with the water drained.
2. Repeat 2-3 times.
3. Drain the water with a strainer.
4. Transfer the rice to a pot.
5. Add water: 180-200 ml per 1 rice measuring cup.
Presoak in water.
1. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes to allow it to absorb water.
2. Rice will be tender and cooks evenly afterwards.

Cook in a pot:

Put the lid on the pot.
Turn it over medium heat to reach boiling (10-15 minutes)
Once boiled, keep it for 2 minutes.
Then lower the heat, boil for another 3 minutes.
Turn the heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Turn off the heat.
Steam the rice.
1. Remove it from the stove.
2. Keep the lid on and leave it for 5-10 minutes to steam.
Stir the rice.
1. Carefully open the lid.
2. Dig from the bottom of the pot using a rice scoop.

Cook in a rice cooker:

Transfer the washed rice to the inner pot.
Add water to the measuring line.
Turn it on the "White Rice" mode and start cooking.
Once cooked, carefully open and gently stir.

Japanese brown rice, also known as “Genmai,” is short-grain brown rice.

Brown rice retains the bran and germ intact, making it rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It is less sticky than white rice, has a nutty flavor, and subtle sweetness.

How to Cook Brown Rice and Cooking Tips

Cooking tips and steps:

Rub Gently
1. Rub the brown rice gently while washing.
2. It helps each rice grain absorb water, resulting in softer rice.
3. Change the water and repeat washing for 1-2 minutes.
Soak Longer
1. Soak the rice longer than white rice, at least 2 hours.
2. It allows to soak more moisture and maximize flavor.

Cook in a pot:

Drain the water and remove it to a pot.
Use cold water.
1. Add water: 270 - 300ml per 1 rice measuring cup.
2. Use cold water or water with ice cubes for cooking.
3. The water temperature rises gradually, it allows the rice to absorb moisture at a steady pace.
4. Placing the rice in the refrigerator when presoaking also helps.
Keep the lid on.
1. Keep the lid on, let the steam cook the rice tender.
Start with medium heat to reach boiling (10-15 minutes).
Once boiled, reduce the heat to low.
Cook for 20 minutes on low heat, keeping the lid on.
Turn off the heat.
Remove the pot from the stove and steam for 10 minutes.
Keep the lid on, never open.
Carefully open the lid.
Fluff the rice with a rice scoop.

Cook in a Rice Cooker:

Transfer the washed rice to the pot.
Add water to the measuring line.
Turn on the "Brown Rice" mode and start cooking.
Gently stir the cooked rice.

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We believe you deserve the highest quality and freshest rice possible.

What Makes Our Rice So Special?

At the rice factory, we carefully select rice produced with no pesticides or low pesticides after thoroughly evaluating its place of origin, taste, aroma, and texture. We also personally visit the growing areas!