The Nitataen San Koshihikari rice is a high-quality sushi rice used for sushi preparation. It is grown in the Niigata region of Japan, which is renowned for its quality sushi rice. It is known for its perfect texture, delicate flavor, and pleasant aroma. It is also known for its resistance to breaking during preparation, making it a popular choice for professional sushi chefs.

To prepare sushi rice, it is typically steamed and then mixed with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt to give it the characteristic texture and taste of sushi rice. It is then used to wrap ingredients such as raw fish, vegetables, and seaweed to form makis.