BLESSINGS
OF THE LAND
When you hear the word “island”, seafood is likely something that comes to mind. But Oki is more than just seafood — there’s also plenty for meat-lovers to enjoy here! Imagine a meal of grilled Oki beef that practically melts on your tongue and white rice, paired with the perfect sake, with every component made right on the nature-rich Oki Islands.
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Wrapped in Rock Seaweed Oki Onigiri Rice Balls are a Real Treat!
Oki Rice
Cultivated with spring water and the magnesium rich soil of the islands and nourished with nutrients from the mountains and sea of Oki, this rice is highly regarded for is soft texture and delicious taste.
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Select, First Rate Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black)
Cattle of Oki
These heifer Japanese black cows were born and bred on Oki. Raised in a natural environment with a sea breeze, the quality of this beef in guaranteed.
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A Peaceful Cattle Paradise
Cattle are treated with the upmost care on the islands, with an easy-going environment where they can roam free. In gazing pastures, people wait patiently for cattle to move on roads and trails before continuing on their way.
Healthy Cattle with No Lack of Exercise!
Oki’s pastures, expanding over rolling hills, help build strong, sturdy cattle. The beef made from these cattle fed on the nutritious grass of Oki’s seaside pasturelands is top grade.
The Oki Brand
High-demand Oki calves raised on plentiful island pastures are shipped out all across the country.
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Plump and Thick, Raised with Care
Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
A unique umami flavor is compacted in these dried shiitake mushrooms. They are perfect for flavorful stews and takikomi rice. Soak them in water and refrigerate for 3 to 5 hours to flavor more easily.
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Don’t Slurp! Eat These Noodles the Oki Way
Oki Soba
Oki soba’s distinguishing characteristic is its lack of a tsunagi, or binding agent in its noodles. The broth is made from grilled mackerel, and it is typically topped with rock seaweed, onions, yuzu, and sesame. This traditional dish is often served on important occasions like wedding and new year’s celebrations.
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Made with Oki Spring Water
Oki Sake
On Oki, home of two of Japan’s top 100 most famous waters as designated by the Ministry of the Environment, breweries use the clean, pure water and locally grown rice to make original sake. With a refreshing taste, it goes great with the island cuisine.
