Premium grade rice with rice germ (haiga). Medium grain rice specially selected. 1. What is Haiga Rice? Haiga Rice (haiga is the Japanese word for germ) uses a special milling process that preserves the nutritious rice germ. It is easier to digest than brown rice, and it's as flavorful as white rice. 2. How nutritious is it? Rice germ contains nutrients that are beneficial to the human body, such as dietary fiber, Vitamin B1, B2 and B6. Visit www.jfc.com. Product of USA.