Yamagata Yukiwakamaru- 山形 雪若丸 - 2024 CropProduction area: Nagai city, Yamagata, Japan Producer: Utamaruno sato The name Yukiwakamaru was chosen to symbolize the powerful appearance of the rice plant and the masculine size of the grains, as well as the whiteness and luster of the snow that characterizes the snowy region of Yamagata. The appearance and taste of this rice are characterized by its firm grains, outstanding whiteness and luster, and its new texture, which gives it a springy feel.