The region is the famed origin of koshihikari rice — one of the most prized varieties in the world due to its sticky texture and sweet flavour. But the skilled rice farmers who tend the land are ...

Bear in mind that sushi rice is a special Japanese variety of round grain rice, such as Nishiki or Koshihikari rice. Making it is easy, Krehl says: First, wash the rice with cold water several ...