--- product_id: 581069353 title: "– Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice 5kg" brand: "yum asia" price: "€ 43.14" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Yum Asia" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/581069353-koshihikari-white-short-grain-sushi-rice-5kg store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 100% Pure Koshihikari Japonica 5mm avg grain length, perfect sushi texture Resealable 5kg premium freshness bag – Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice 5kg **Brand:** yum asia **Price:** € 43.14 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍣 Elevate your sushi game with the gold standard of short grain rice! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** – Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice 5kg by yum asia - **How much does it cost?** € 43.14 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/581069353-koshihikari-white-short-grain-sushi-rice-5kg) ## Best For - yum asia enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yum asia brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Freshness Locked In:** Generous 5kg resealable pillow bag designed to maintain premium rice freshness and style in your kitchen. - • **Ideal Sushi Texture:** Soft, chewy, and strongly sticky grains with a perfect 5mm length for flawless sushi shaping every time. - • **Authentic Premium Grain:** AAA-graded 100% pure Koshihikari short grain rice, revered by Japanese chefs for sushi perfection. - • **Versatile Culinary Staple:** Perfect for sushi, onigiri, Japanese curry, and more — elevate your Asian dishes with authentic flavor. - • **Certified Quality & Safety:** Meets FDA, HACCP, ISO 9001-2015, non-GMO, vegan, halal, and gluten-free standards for peace of mind. ## Overview Yum Asia Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice is a premium AAA-graded Japonica cultivar grown in Vietnam, prized for its soft, chewy, and sticky texture ideal for authentic Japanese dishes. Packaged in a stylish resealable 5kg bag, it meets rigorous international food safety standards and is non-GMO, vegan, halal, and gluten-free, making it the perfect choice for discerning home chefs and sushi enthusiasts seeking consistent, top-tier quality. ## Description Product Description AAA (~AAAAA) 100% Pure short grain white rice Koshihikari variety – considered the best for Japanese dishes, especially sushi Average 5mm in length – less than 2 length to width ratio Soft , chewy , strongly sticky texture. Elastic and perfect for sushi Slightly fragrant 95% minimum pure round grain state Ideal for a variety of East Asian dishes with sushi being a primary use Selected for use in rice cookers and saucepans Generously sized 5kg resealable pillow bag for the average rice eater Excels in all FDA, HACCP, ISO 9001-2015 and Vietnamese agricultural standards. non-GMO, non dairy, nut free, gluten free, egg free, vegan friendly, halal approved WHAT IS KOSHIHIKARI SHORT GRAIN RICE? Koshihikari is arguably the most premium Japonica cultivar of short grain rice available and the most used in the making of sushi. It has a texture described as soft, chewy and sticky and is slightly sweet in flavour. It's grains are short and plump with a high starch content which allows them to stick together without dissolving into a sticky mess. It is revered by Japanese chefs and is one of the most eaten rice types in Japan. Often described as the single malt Scotch of short grain rice, it's flavour pairs perfectly with the many Asian ingredients without disturbing the nuances of the food when combined together. WHAT MAKES OUR KOSHIHIKARI RICE SPECIAL? Yum Asia selected the very best short grain japonica cultivar. It was selected for it's unique flavour that is slightly sweeter than other Japanese rice varieties, with a good level of stickiness that makes it suitable for all Japanese cooking needs. Koshihikari rice dominates the market with 30% of the total rice production in Japan and for very good reasons. It's short plump grains retains moisture longer to assist in perfect sushi shaping. The texture and the taste of the rice makes the difference - soft, moist, springy and slightly sweet - for the best eating experience. Grown in Vietnam (the world's third-largest rice exporter, after India and Thailand) the rice plantation we use grows carefully chosen Japanese seedlings and carefully nurtures them to maturity using pure waters and sustainable farming which enables it to be premium AAA graded. JAPANESE GRAIN - VIETNAMESE GROWN Our Koshihikari is grown in the best paddy fields of Vietnam and then milled there to ISO 9001-2015 standards. It is FDA , HACCP and Vietnam agri certified. It is non-GMO and halal certified. It's non dairy, gluten free, egg free , nut free , vegan friendly (Regulation (EC) No 1169/2011) and halal approved. Our cultivar of short grain rice grown is the very best you can get. Imported from Japan and chosen for it's pedigree. To put it simply, you cannot get better quality grown rice. It is for these reasons why we know you will be satisfied with every 5kg bag we sell with each and every pure grain. GREAT FOR SUSHI AND SO MUCH MORE Used in a variety of dishes it's use is primarily for sushi (there is no such thing as sushi rice because sushi is actually a type of short grain rice) but can actually be used for many classic Japanese dishes and more. It's ideal for onigiri, musubi, sushi, temaki, or just your regular rice bowls. Pair it with a Japanese curry or roll it for a delicious sushi roll. For an authentic Japanese taste experience you need this rice in your rice armoury. Short Grain Rice Doesn't Get Better Than This Premium Package In A Perfect 5kg Size We don't do half portions. Our Koshihikari short grain white sushi rice comes in high quality resealable 5 kilogram pillow bags that correctly represent the quality of the rice inside and simply looks amazing. The bag is made from premium material to maintain rice freshness. Hang your bag on the wall after use, they are simply lovely to look at! Genuine Koshihikari Short Grain Rice Of The Highest Standard This is authentic Koshihikari Japonica cultivar short grain rice. Our rice growers and mill proudly hold this accreditation to show our rice meets the strict quality standards in Vietnam We meet multiple food agency standards that are above and beyond what is required. Our rice is ethically grown in accordance with international convention. Selected For Rice Cookers - Good In Saucepans Too! The rice cooker experts of Yum Asia have carefully selected this perfect short grain rice to work extremely well in rice cookers but that can work in saucepans too. This means no worrying about getting the ideal results time after time. Our rice growers and mill ensures a consistent product with every grain in every bag. Nutritional Information per 100g (uncooked rice) Review: So easy to cook and so tasty - This is great quality rice easy to cook even gor a beginner enough rice to last u nearly sll the year bargain price.go on try ut well worth cooking Review: Authentic Koshihikari Rice - Very authentic-tasting Koshihikari rice. Soft texture, nice aroma, and slightly sticky. I’ve bought this several times and the quality has been consistently good. ## Features - AAA (~AAAAA) 100% PURE KOSHIHIKARI Premium short grain white sushi rice - KOSHIHIKARI JAPONICA CULTIVAR – considered the best for Japanese dishes, especially for making sushi - SOFT, CHEWY, STRONGLY STICKY - Average 5mm in length – less than 2 length to width ratio. Elastic and perfect for sushi Slightly fragrant - SELECTED FOR RICE COOKERS AND SAUCEPANS - Cooks perfectly - clingy so can stay in mould. - WELL SIZED 5KG RESEALABLE PILLOW BAG for the average rice eater (48 x 32 x 5cm bag size) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CLJB698P | | ASIN | B0CLJB698P | | Age Range Description | Adults | | Best Sellers Rank | 13,052 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 30 in White Rice | | Brand Name | Yum Asia | | Coin Variety 1 | Koshihikari | | Container Type | Bag | | Country of Origin | Vietnam | | Country of origin | Vietnam | | Cuisine | Japanese | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (302) | | Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (302) | | Item Form | Grain | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Package Weight | 5.06 Kilograms | | Item Weight | 5 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Yum Asia | | Manufacturer | Yum Asia | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 5 x 32 x 48 cm; 5 kg | | Product Shelf Life | 24 Months | | Protein | 8.9 g | | Serving Range | 100-150 | | Size | 28.4 x 8.2 x 45.4 cm | | Specialty | Non GMO | | Unit Count | 5000.0 gram | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Yum Asia - **Item package quantity:** 1 - **Item weight:** 5 Kilograms - **Number of items:** 1 - **Unit count:** 5000.0 gram ## Images ![– Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice 5kg - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZGaxftUxL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So easy to cook and so tasty *by H***R on 21 November 2025* This is great quality rice easy to cook even gor a beginner enough rice to last u nearly sll the year bargain price.go on try ut well worth cooking ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Authentic Koshihikari Rice *by C***N on 1 January 2026* Very authentic-tasting Koshihikari rice. Soft texture, nice aroma, and slightly sticky. I’ve bought this several times and the quality has been consistently good. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top,quality tea *by O***D on 30 January 2026* Arrived in good time and is of the highest quality as described by the seller definitely buy this again highly delighted makes a very special brew of tea. 5*+ ## Frequently Bought Together - Yum Asia Koshihikari White Short Grain Sushi Rice 5kg - Emma Basic - Seaweed Furikake seasoning 100g | Rice Topping | Avocado Topping | High Fibre | Source of Protein | No additives - Emma Basic - Dried Seaweed Sushi Nori 40 Full Sheets | Young & Crunchy | High Protein | High Fibre| --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/581069353-koshihikari-white-short-grain-sushi-rice-5kg](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/581069353-koshihikari-white-short-grain-sushi-rice-5kg) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*