"Hinohikari" rice, produced in Uda City, Nara Prefecture, is grown using the clear streams that spring from Mt. Hirai Daishi in Uda and the significant temperature differences between day and night. It is one of the most highly regarded rice varieties in Japan.
This rice is characterized by its exceptionally high quality and flavor. When cooked, the rice is glossy and each grain has a distinct sweetness. Therefore, it can be used in a variety of Japanese dishes such as rice balls, sushi, and donburi (rice bowls), and its sweetness makes it a good match for porridge and sweet and savory side dishes.

The grains are relatively large and have a firm texture. They are satisfying to eat, and each grain has a distinct presence.
The rice has just the right amount of stickiness when cooked, but the grains don't stick together easily, resulting in a light, fluffy texture that's easy to eat and has a refreshing taste.

The rich aroma allows the rice itself to be enjoyed as the main dish of the meal. Furthermore, it enhances the flavors of the side dishes and ingredients eaten with the rice, improving the overall balance of the meal.

Its distinctive taste, grain size, and sweetness were highly valued.The Artisan’s Table This rice is a perfect match for the salt and rice accompaniment series that we sell.
We received this rice from a farmer who doesn't sell it on the market.The Artisan’s Table We will be exclusively selling this product. The dishes used will provide you with a luxurious dining experience.

Kappa Kajioka, a yakiniku restaurant that continues to pursue its commitment to the true deliciousness of meat, has been in business for over 45 years in Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
It's famous locally as a restaurant where it's impossible to get a reservation, and customers who have visited praise its exquisite taste on social media.
The rice used in the restaurant is "Hinohikari" from Uda City, Nara Prefecture.The Artisan’s Table The rice we sell is sourced exclusively from the same farmers.
It's no exaggeration to say that this yakiniku is all about the rice; the sweet fat of the meat and the sweet rice match perfectly, making you want to eat more and more.

This restaurant is famous for directly sourcing domestically produced Kuroge Wagyu beef, and its distinguishing feature is that it never freezes any of the meat to ensure that customers can enjoy fresh, high-quality meat.
This rice is a favorite among hidden gem restaurants known only to those in the know.