{"product_id":"niigata-koshihibuki-rice-5kg-1","title":"Niigata Koshihibuki Rice 5Kg [1]","description":"\u003cp\u003eNiigata Rice “Koshiibuki” is a premium Japanese rice cultivated in Niigata Prefecture, one of Japan’s most celebrated rice-growing regions known for its fertile soil, pure water, and ideal climate. As a variety developed from the lineage of Koshihikari, Koshiibuki inherits its renowned quality while offering a lighter, more versatile eating experience suited to modern consumers. It is characterized by its clean, slightly sweet flavour and well-balanced texture, with less heaviness and stickiness compared to traditional Koshihikari, making it perfect for everyday dining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The grains remain firm and distinct after cooking, and importantly, maintain their taste and texture even when cooled, which makes it highly suitable for applications such as bento, onigiri, and takeaway meals. In addition to its culinary versatility, Koshiibuki is valued for its consistent quality and reliable supply, as it is specifically developed and grown in Niigata under controlled standards. This ensures excellent cost performance without compromising on taste, making it an ideal choice for both retail and food service sectors. Whether used in restaurants, ready-to-eat meals, or home cooking, Koshiibuki offers a well-rounded, dependable rice option that delivers authentic Japanese quality with practical advantages for international markets such as Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e■ Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight texture with a subtle sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompared to Koshihikari, Koshiibuki has a lighter, less heavy mouthfeel, making it ideal for everyday consumption without becoming overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelicious even when cold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith well-defined grains and moderate stickiness, it maintains its quality when cooled—perfect for bento boxes and onigiri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent quality and great value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped in Niigata, this variety ensures stable quality while offering excellent cost performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e■ Recommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese cuisine (set meals, rice bowls)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnigiri and bento applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood service (restaurants, takeaway)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e新潟県産の日本米「コシイブキ」は、豊かな土壌と清らかな水、恵まれた気候を誇る新潟で育てられた高品質な品種で、コシヒカリの系統を受け継いでいます。従来のコシヒカリに比べて軽やかで食べやすく、ほどよい甘みとすっきりとした後味が特長で、日常の食事に適したバランスの良さが魅力です。\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e炊き上がりは粒立ちが良く、適度な粘りを保ちながらも重すぎない食感で、冷めても風味や食感が損なわれにくいため、お弁当やおにぎり、テイクアウト用途にも最適です。また、新潟県内で計画的に生産されることで品質の安定性と供給の信頼性が確保されており、味・品質・価格のバランスに優れた実用性の高いお米として、家庭用から業務用まで幅広く活用できます。\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Daiwa Food (QLD)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55592255521059,"sku":"DRIC606","price":50.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/1388\/1635\/files\/NiigataKoshiibukiRice5Kg_0000s_0000_IMG_4188_6e098994-e585-4349-b9a2-67169a9894d0.jpg?v=1789351373","url":"https:\/\/qld.daiwafood.com\/products\/niigata-koshihibuki-rice-5kg-1","provider":"Daiwa Food (QLD)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}