Awarded the Special A Rank as the Best Rice for Sushi
As the world focuses on “Japanese cuisine,” this rice is being served in high-end Japanese restaurants abroad and is gaining attention. It’s not only perfect for sushi, but also pairs well with bento, onigiri, and donburi dishes.
“Inawashiro Tennotsubu” is a brand of rice produced using the original variety “Inawashiro Tennotsubu” which was completed by Fukushima Prefecture in 2011, and cultivated according to a unique manual developed by Inawashiro Town.
It was thought to be difficult to cultivate rice in areas with high altitudes like Inawashiro Town, but when local producers actually attempted cultivation, they achieved yields equal to or greater than conventional rice without losing to diseases or cold. Furthermore, the town’s unique efforts have resulted in delicious rice.
Highly Praised Worldwide
Japanese cuisine has been popular overseas in recent years, with sushi in particular gaining popularity. “Inawashiro Tennotsubu” is referred to as “THE ULTIMATE SUSHI RICE” globally, and as of 2021, it has been exported to countries including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Azerbaijan, France, Switzerland, Canada, and the United States.
How to cook
Please enjoy “Inawashiro Tennotsubu” known for their beautiful shape and excellent elasticity and texture.
(1) Rinsing Rice
First, pour plenty of water and quickly discard it. Next, stir about 10 times quickly to wash the rice. Then, pour and discard the water again. Repeat this process about 5 times until the water runs clear.
(2) Adjusting Water Level
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- Use the rice cooker’s scale as a guideline for adding water.
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- 【For Sushi】
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- Add 360ml of water for every 300g. Use the same ratio for curry, donburi, or other dishes to your preference.
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(3) After Cooking
Rice grains stand firm and shine bright when done. Insert a rice paddle around to detach the rice from the pot surface. Make a crosswise cut and gently fluff it up by swapping the top and bottom
