Promotion of Nukata brand produces

Hospitality of the mountain villatge. A selection of produces nurtured by pure mineral water.

"Nukata" area is located in a hilly and mountainous area that occupies the eastern 40% of Okazaki City, also known as “Okuoka” area. Our produces are the outcomes of both the rich environment such as pure mountain water, clear streams where fireflies live, and fresh air, and the continuous efforts of the skillful producers who know the scarcity of local resources. Try our “Nukata’s Top 10 Delicious Foods”!
You can also purchase them at roadside stations in the city, like “Fujikawa-juku”.

*Please note that some products may not be available at some stores.

Local rice from Zemanjo・Kikudashi town

Mineasahi is produced in extremely small quantities and is grown in the clear waters of the Oto River, the water source of Okazaki.

Local rice from Tokkawa town famous for its fireflies

"Iwa Squeezing - The Deliciousness of Water - Torikawaji'' Torikawa is home to many Genji fireflies flying around every year. This rice is made from the famous water that nurtures these fireflies. It's chewy and delicious even when it's cold.

“Mineasahi” brand organic rice

We started growing rice in the Nukata area 50 years ago, and around 2012, we discovered EM bacteria and started farming with reduced pesticides. We do not use chemical fertilizers, reduce herbicides, and fight weeds by hand. This is delicious rice grown vigorously in rice fields sprinkled with EM activated liquid.

EM bamboo charcoal Mineasahi

“Mineasahi” brand rice from Yamada Farm

Mineasahi made by Yamada Farm. Kiriyama's large cedar tree (estimated to be over 1000 years old) is designated as a natural monument of Aichi Prefecture and is also very famous as a power spot. Mineasahi, grown in Kiriyama-cho, Okazaki City, is full of power! This delicious rice is filled with clean water and air.

Mineasahi brand rice “Taberin”

Choose Mineasahi based on taste! A winning combination of aroma and flavor! The secret to its deliciousness is that there is a temperature difference between day and night!

“Toyotomi Megumi Rice”, grown by a local farmer and the elementary school students

This rice was made by Mr. Miura, a farmer, and the 5th grade students of Toyotomi Elementary School through experiences such as planting rice, observing rice growth, exploring waterways, and harvesting rice. We named this rice "Toyotomi Megumi Rice" because it is made from abundant water, soil, and human resources. I want to help the people who grow rice in Nukata.

Sweetfish simmered slowly in soy sauce, mirin, and syrup

Fresh sweetfish stewed for 4 hours
Even the bones are soft and edible

Yuzu orange syrup

We only use fragrant yuzu grown organically and without pesticides on our own farm.

Organic Japanese black tea & Mugwort tea

It has less astringency and bitterness, and has a sweet aftertaste.

Tangerine sake・Yuzu orange sake・Rice sake “Kanzuishikomi”

A delicious and refreshing drink with a refreshing fruity bitterness.

Okazaki green tea・“Taberin” rice

Tea leaves and rice grown in the clean water and air of the mountains.

“Konnyaku” devil’s tongue & “Dengaku” kit

Locally produced konnyaku potatoes are kneaded with delicious rice bran water.

EM eggs “Tetsutama”; eggs from free-range chickens

Eggs are laid by chickens that grow in a stress-free environment. It has a bright yellow color and is rich in vitamin E and α-linolenic acid, making it healthy!

Mikawa eco-friendly firewood

Environmentally friendly firewood made from thinned wood produced during forest maintenance. It can be burned quickly with a moisture content of 20% or less.

Nukata miso

A rice miso with a rich aroma of traditional red miso and koji.