{"product_id":"sun-dried-organic-rice-nagano-kame-no-o-天日干し-無農薬-長野-亀の尾-2025-crop","title":"Sun-dried \u0026 Organic rice Nagano Kame-no-o - 天日干し\u0026 無農薬 長野 亀の尾 - 2025 Crop","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eA Taste of Japanese Rice Heritage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction area: Ina City, Nagano, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer: Lagopus\u003ca title=\"the rice farm\" href=\"https:\/\/ricefarm.jp\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA traditional Japanese heirloom rice with a clean, refined taste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"415\" data-start=\"176\"\u003eKame-no-o is a rare heirloom rice variety that originated in Yamagata Prefecture during the Meiji era. Known as one of the foundational cultivars of modern Japanese rice, it offers a taste that reflects the origins of Japan’s rice culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"704\" data-start=\"417\"\u003eThis rice is cultivated with care and finished using a traditional method known as \u003cstrong data-end=\"512\" data-start=\"500\"\u003ehazagake\u003c\/strong\u003e—where freshly harvested rice is hung and slowly air-dried under the sun and natural breeze. This gentle drying process allows the grains to develop deeper flavor and a more nuanced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"903\" data-start=\"706\"\u003eThe result is a rice with a firm, well-defined grain, subtle natural sweetness, and a clean, elegant finish. Compared to many modern varieties, it is lighter in texture with a more structured bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"905\"\u003eIts balanced profile makes it especially versatile. It pairs beautifully with simple dishes such as grilled fish and seasonal vegetables, and is also well-suited for onigiri and sushi, where the distinct grain texture enhances the overall experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1297\" data-start=\"1157\"\u003eCarefully cultivated and traditionally finished, Kame-no-o offers a rare opportunity to experience the heritage and purity of Japanese rice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e**\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis rice is a bit more delicate than usual, so we are temporarily suspending custom milling rate options (10%, 30%, 50%, and 70%). White rice and brown rice are still available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 8de7b34e-b8c2-44f8-8044-725078b8a4b4 --\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety: Kame-no-o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrop Year: 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCultivation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePesticides: Not used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer: Not used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCooking Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, rinse gently and cook with slightly less water than typical Japanese short-grain rice to highlight its firm texture and defined grain structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor optimal freshness, store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Refrigeration is recommended. Best enjoyed within one month of the milling date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nagano","offers":[{"title":"2lb \/ White","offer_id":48844262965499,"sku":"KAME-25","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb \/ Brown","offer_id":48754096996603,"sku":"KAME-25","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb \/ White","offer_id":48844263522555,"sku":"KAME-25","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb \/ Brown","offer_id":48754097029371,"sku":"KAME-25","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10lb \/ White","offer_id":48844269322491,"sku":"KAME-25","price":114.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10lb \/ Brown","offer_id":48754097062139,"sku":"KAME-25","price":114.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb \/ White","offer_id":48844270829819,"sku":"KAME-25","price":171.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb \/ Brown","offer_id":48754097094907,"sku":"KAME-25","price":171.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/1862\/3739\/files\/Hazagake_3.png?v=1778709720","url":"https:\/\/trf-la.com\/products\/sun-dried-organic-rice-nagano-kame-no-o-%e5%a4%a9%e6%97%a5%e5%b9%b2%e3%81%97-%e7%84%a1%e8%be%b2%e8%96%ac-%e9%95%b7%e9%87%8e-%e4%ba%80%e3%81%ae%e5%b0%be-2025-crop","provider":"the rice factory LA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}