Thank you for viewing this product. I received this as a year-end gift. The main ingredient, "Shimehari Mochi Rice," is a rare variety cultivated by a limited number of farmers in Niigata Prefecture, who repeatedly collect seeds themselves. This specially cultivated mochi rice, certified by Niigata Prefecture for reducing pesticides and chemical fertilizers by more than 50% compared to conventional cultivation, can truly be called an exclusive mochi rice. By carefully pounding the carefully selected ingredients produced in-house using the "falling-style mochi-pounding method" with a pestle and mortar without any gaps, the starch in the mochi rice intertwines, resulting in mochi with a strong texture. The manufacturing process simply pounds the steamed mochi rice using only its own moisture, without adding water or additives, creating mochi with a higher density. This is a set of sliced mochi and round mochi that can be used differently depending on the cooking method. A gift set of Kotsuki, perfect for year-end gifts, containing 3 pieces. Expiration date: February 10, 2025 *Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to items stored at home.