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:
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Noticeably large, plump grains
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Strong, rounded sweetness
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Elastic, satisfying stickiness
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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:
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Without agricultural chemicals
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Without chemical fertilizers
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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
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Rich, forward sweetness
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Strong yet refined stickiness
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Soft interior with springy elasticity
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Full-bodied, luxurious mouthfeel
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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:
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Retains stickiness after cooling
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Resists hardening over time
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Sweetness remains clear and persistent
This makes it especially well suited for:
Global Recognition
Under the name Tochigi Ohkome21, this rice is offered exclusively through our own retail locations in the United States:
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
Ideal Uses
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Plain steamed rice
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Onigiri and bento
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Meals where rice is meant to stand out
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Customers who prefer rich, sticky, large-grain rice
Who This Rice Is For
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Fans of bold, sweet, sticky rice
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Customers seeking pesticide-free Japanese rice
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Those who enjoy rice with strong presence and texture
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Shoppers interested in next-generation premium varieties
Our Commitment to Trust
We offer Tochigi Ohkome21 because it represents:
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Clear varietal identity (ゆうだい21)
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Transparent, pesticide-free cultivation
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Excellent performance both hot and cold
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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.
