Collection: Products of Saitama Prefecture

Just a stone's throw from Tokyo, Saitama Prefecture boasts a rich culinary heritage, shaped by centuries of agricultural cultivation and craftsmanship. Thanks to its temperate climate and fertile soils, Saitama is particularly famous for its gohyaku koku(local rice), grown in rice paddies irrigated by crystal-clear waters. This rice, with its mild taste and perfect texture, is one of Japan's finest. The region is also a major producer of miso and shoyu, made using artisanal methods handed down from generation to generation, which bring a unique depth of flavor to the cuisine.

The region's fruit is also renowned, with high-quality persimmons (sweet persimmons), as well as fresh vegetables grown on local farms. Saitama is also famous for its koshihikari (high-quality rice), used in Japanese restaurants to create refined dishes.