Is this grown in Japan or California?

In Japanese, it says it is grown in Sacramento, California. Koshihikari is a varietal that is synonymous with Niigata prefecture, but it’s grown in a lot of different places. In my personal view there are different grades of US-grown koshihikari and this is a mid-level brand. A Japanese one is gonna be 2-3x the price of a CA koshihikari. That premium is too steep, in my view.

How many cups of rice can I get out of this bag (4.4 LB/2 kg)?

approximately 8 to 10 cups of uncooked rice, or 24 to 30 cups of cooked rice. Depending on how soft or firm you cook your rice, and if you use a rice cooker or not.

What variety of rice? I'm looking for Japonica.

It is japonica short grain which is one of two major rices grown and used in Asia. The 2nd is indica which is a medium grain and is usually had a dingy color to it.

So is this the new crop or old crop?

I would suppose that depends on when you actually make your purchase. I've bought the rice from the same vendor and each time the harvest/manufacturer date was within 6 months of my purchase. At any rate, I stand by my review that this is the best, affordable sushi grade rice that is readily available

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Shirakiku Dried Grains & Rice - Japanese Style Short Grain White Koshihikari - Uncooked Premium Quality Sweet Sticky Sushi Rice, 4.4 Pounds bag

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Brand
Shirakiku
Item Package Quantity
1
Number of Items
1
Serving Range
30-40
Unit Count
70.4 Ounce

🍚Soft, sticky perfect sushi texture

⏱️Quick 20-min cooking

🛡️Airtight 4.4 lb premium pack

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🍣 Elevate your meals with Japan’s finest sticky rice—don’t just cook, create!

HEALTH CONSCIOUS CHOICE - Low glycemic index with high resistant starch for mindful eating.
PERFECTLY STICKY TEXTURE - Soft yet slightly sticky grains that hold together beautifully.
GENEROUS AIRTIGHT PACKAGING - 4.4 pounds sealed freshness to fuel your kitchen creativity.
CHEF APPROVED PREMIUM QUALITY - Cultivated with traditional care for unmatched taste and digestibility.
EFFORTLESS CULINARY VERSATILITY - Ideal for sushi, risotto, biryani, and more—elevate every dish.

Shirakiku Dried Grains & Rice offers premium Japanese short grain Koshihikari rice known for its soft, slightly sticky texture and sweet flavor. Packaged in a 4.4-pound airtight bag, it cooks quickly and is perfect for sushi and diverse global dishes, boasting a low glycemic index and high resistant starch for a healthier choice.

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ASIN	B008H19NWA
ASIN	B008H19NWA
Best Sellers Rank	#8,615 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #10 in Dried White Rice
Brand Name	Shirakiku
Coin Variety 1	White Rice
Container Type	Bag
Cuisine	Japanese
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,727)
Diet Type	Kosher
Item Form	Grain
Item Length Description	Short
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Package Weight	1.99 kg
Item model number	01283
Manufacturer	Shirakiku
Manufacturer	Shirakiku
Model Number	01283
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Package Size Name	4.4 Pound
Part Number	01283
Product Dimensions	11.5 x 8.62 x 3.11 inches; 4.39 pounds
Serving Range	30-40
Size	4.4 Pound (Pack of 1)
UPC	074410012830
UPC	074410012830
Unit Count	70.4 Ounce
Units	70.4 Ounce

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