栃木/Tochigi | SKU: A-248182-6

Tochigi Ohkome21 Japan Organic- 無農薬栃木ゆうだい21- 2025 Crop

$33⁹⁹

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Tochigi Ohkome21

Pesticide-Free, Large-Grain Rice from Otawara — Exceptional Sweetness That Lasts

Tochigi Ohkome21 is the export and retail name we use for the Japanese rice variety ゆうだい21, grown in Otawara City, Tochigi Prefecture. Developed by Utsunomiya University, ゆうだい21 has earned widespread recognition for its extra-large grains, powerful natural sweetness, and remarkable ability to remain sticky and flavorful even after cooling.

The 2025 harvest (Reiwa 7) continues this legacy, produced through pesticide-free cultivation and careful field management.

Why Tochigi Ohkome21 Is Special

🌾 A Next-Generation Japanese Rice Variety（ゆうだい21）
ゆうだい21 was bred to stand out:

Noticeably large, plump grains
Strong, rounded sweetness
Elastic, satisfying stickiness
Exceptional visual presence when cooked

It delivers a bold, modern expression of Japanese rice, immediately distinct from conventional varieties.

🌱 Pesticide-Free Cultivation
This rice is grown:

Without agricultural chemicals
Without chemical fertilizers
With close attention to soil health and natural balance

The result is a clean, expressive flavor with depth and no harsh aftertaste.

Taste & Texture Profile

Rich, forward sweetness
Strong yet refined stickiness
Soft interior with springy elasticity
Full-bodied, luxurious mouthfeel
Long, pleasant finish

Tochigi Ohkome21 is often described as deeply satisfying from the first bite, while remaining balanced enough for everyday enjoyment.

Outstanding Even When Cool

One of Tochigi Ohkome21’s defining strengths:

Retains stickiness after cooling
Resists hardening over time
Sweetness remains clear and persistent

This makes it especially well suited for:

Onigiri
Bento
Prepared and takeaway meals

Global Recognition

Under the name Tochigi Ohkome21, this rice is offered exclusively through our own retail locations in the United States:

The Rice Factory – New York
The Rice Factory – Los Angeles

Through our stores, Tochigi Ohkome21 has been introduced to U.S. customers seeking pesticide-free Japanese rice with exceptional grain size, sweetness, and texture.
This international presence reflects direct farm-to-store sourcing, not mass export—allowing us to maintain freshness, transparency, and strict quality control.

Proven Domestic Evaluation

High representation among gold-award winners in national rice taste competitions
Widely regarded as one of Japan’s most flavorful modern varieties

Ideal Uses

Plain steamed rice
Onigiri and bento
Meals where rice is meant to stand out
Customers who prefer rich, sticky, large-grain rice

Who This Rice Is For

Fans of bold, sweet, sticky rice
Customers seeking pesticide-free Japanese rice
Those who enjoy rice with strong presence and texture
Shoppers interested in next-generation premium varieties

Our Commitment to Trust

We offer Tochigi Ohkome21 because it represents:

Clear varietal identity (ゆうだい21)
Transparent, pesticide-free cultivation
Excellent performance both hot and cold
Direct, controlled distribution from producer to our stores

This is rice grown with purpose—modern, expressive, and uncompromising in quality.

If you want a rice with size, sweetness, and lasting texture, Tochigi Ohkome21 is one of the most exciting Japanese rices available today.
Big grains. Natural sweetness. Flavor that lasts.

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REWARD PROGRAM

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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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!