Export Premium Japanese Snow Crystal Rice from Kichoraku
Export Premium Japanese Snow Crystal Rice from Kichoraku
We are excited to announce that Kichoraku’s high-end “Snow Crystal Rice” is now available for export. Thanks to full cooperation from the company, we can offer overseas businesses a route to import this exceptional rice.

What Is Snow Crystal Rice?
Kichoraku utilizes a unique Snow Crystal Rice method, combining snow cellar storage (Yukimuro) and snow-temperature milling.
- Snow Cellar Storage (Yukimuro)
The harvested brown rice is stored year-round in a snow cellar kept at or below 5 °C. This method helps preserve aroma, freshness, and flavor even after spring when rice typically loses its quality. - Snow-Temperature Milling
During milling, the equipment is cooled with snow to prevent condensation, oxidation, and heat generation. This reduces stress on the rice and helps maintain its intrinsic flavor. - Ice Temperature Ripening
Kichoraku also applies a method where rice rests at around −2 °C just before freezing, allowing enzymes to convert amino acids to sugars, enhancing sweetness, umami, and texture. - Fresh Rice Wrap Packaging
Once milled, rice is sealed in nitrogen-filled packaging (minimizing oxygen) to slow oxidation and quality loss. The packaging often includes resealable zippers, allowing a best-before date up to one year for export.
Thanks to these techniques, Kichoraku claims their rice can maintain “new-rice” quality throughout the year.


Why This Matters for Importers
・Consistent Quality: You get rice that tastes “freshly harvested” even months after milling.
・Premium Branding: The Snow Crystal method positions the product as high-end, appealing to discerning consumers.
・Export-Friendly Packaging: The “Fresh Rice Wrap” allows longer shelf life during logistics.
・Manufacturer Support: We can coordinate with Kichoraku for stable supply and quality assurance.
Who Should Consider Kichoraku Rice?
- Seek high-quality Japanese rice for gourmet restaurants, specialty food shops, or luxury brand retail
- Want rice that holds up over long transit and storage
- Wish to differentiate from generic imports by offering a technically refined rice product

Call to Action
If you are interested in importing Kichoraku’s Snow Crystal Rice, or wish to receive product samples, pricing, or logistics details, please contact us.
We will facilitate export from Japan to your location, ensuring you get this top-tier rice with full support.