Widely considered the best sushi rice in the world, Japanese Koshihikari was cultivated in 1956 from two different strains of short-grain rice to create a hybrid that retains moisture for longer, making it perfect for sushi-shaping. With a distinctive texture and taste, Koshihikari is renowned for its consistency, aroma and natural sweetness. At Hot Stone, we source our Koshihkari from Niigata, Japan and use it in our maki rolls and sushi.