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Omi Rice from Yasu
Once cooked, each grain glistens with a beautiful sheen and releases a sweet aroma. With just one bite, a chewy, sticky texture spreads across your palate—this is Omi rice grown in Yasu. Yasu City is a renowned rice-producing region, characterized by fertile plains created by the Yasu River as it flows into Lake Biwa. Amidst abundant water and a warm climate, various varieties such as Koshihikari and Kinuhikari are carefully cultivated. With a perfect balance of stickiness and sweetness, this rice not only complements side dishes but is delicious enough to be the star of the meal itself. Since the flavor remains excellent even when cooled, it is also ideal for rice balls (onigiri) and lunch boxes. While wonderful freshly cooked, its exceptional taste truly stands out even in onigiri. It is a daily staple delivered straight from the rice fields of Yasu.
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