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Kinumusume – Kii Farm

Organically Grown, Sun-Dried Rice from Northern Wakayama — Pure White, Soft, and Naturally Sweet

Kinumusume from Kii Farm (紀伊農園) is a carefully produced organic rice grown in the Kii district of northern Wakayama City. This rice is cultivated without pesticides and through organic farming practices, and—importantly for your offering—is finished using traditional sun drying (天日干し・はぜかけ).

By combining chemical-free cultivation with slow, natural drying, Kii Farm brings out the full potential of the Kinumusume variety: brilliant whiteness, refined sweetness, and a soft yet satisfying stickiness.

The Producer: Kii Farm (紀伊農園)

• Location: Kii district, Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

• Farming style: No pesticides, organic cultivation

• Post-harvest method: Sun drying (hazekake/tempiboshi)

• Sales: Direct-to-consumer through the farm’s official website

Kii Farm focuses on small-scale, transparent farming that respects soil health, sunlight, and time rather than speed or efficiency.

Why Kii Farm Sun-Dried Kinumusume Is Special

🌱 Organic, Chemical-Free Cultivation
Throughout the growing season:

• No agricultural chemicals are used

• Organic methods suited to Wakayama’s climate are employed

This results in rice with a clean, calm flavor and natural sweetness.

☀️ Traditional Sun Drying (Hazekake/Tempiboshi)
After harvest, the rice is:

• Hung and dried slowly under natural sunlight

• Allowed to rest as moisture redistributes evenly within the grain

Sun drying:

• Preserves aroma and umami

• Maintains grain integrity

• Enhances softness and depth of flavor

This labor-intensive method is increasingly rare and is a defining feature of this Kinumusume.

About the Variety: Kinumusume

Kinumusume is known for:

• Snow-white cooked appearance

• Strong natural gloss

• Rich stickiness comparable to Koshihikari

• Balanced sweetness with a smooth mouthfeel

In northern Wakayama, it performs especially well, producing uniform, beautiful grains.

Taste & Texture Profile

• Elegant, rounded sweetness

• Pronounced yet refined stickiness

• Soft, smooth texture

• Subtle aroma enhanced by sun drying

• Clean, comforting finish

This is rice that feels gentle, natural, and deeply reassuring.

Proven Recognition

• Wakayama (North)–grown Kinumusume earned Special A (TokA) rating in the 2025 national taste rankings (2024 harvest)

• Valued for grain uniformity and stable quality

• Performs well even in warm growing seasons

Excellent Even When Cool

Thanks to its starch balance and natural drying:

• Remains soft after cooling

• Retains sweetness and gloss

• Ideal for bento and onigiri

Ideal Uses

• Everyday home meals

• Bento and rice balls

• Simple Japanese dishes

• Meals where the rice itself should shine

Who This Rice Is For

• Customers seeking organically grown, pesticide-free rice

• Fans of sun-dried, traditionally finished grains

• Those who enjoy Koshihikari-like sweetness with a gentle character

• Shoppers who value producer transparency and craftsmanship

Our Commitment to Trust

We offer Sun-Dried Kinumusume from Kii Farm because it delivers:

• Clear producer identity

• Organically grown, chemical-free cultivation

• Traditional sun-drying methods

• Verified regional recognition

This is rice made with patience and intention—natural, honest, and quietly exceptional.

If you are looking for organically grown, sun-dried Japanese rice with beautiful whiteness and comforting sweetness, Kii Farm’s Kinumusume is an outstanding choice.
Organic fields. Sunlight. Pure, gentle flavor.