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Japan-originated Project "Kami - 神 -" Launched to Transform 2 Million Tons of Unutilized Rice Husks Annually into Food Resources

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Published Apr 13, 2026 7:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 15, 2026 1:21 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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In Japan, approximately 2 million tons of rice husks are generated annually from rice cultivation, with 20-35% often discarded.
The project focuses on effective utilization of agricultural by-products, creation of value from untapped resources, and redefinition of food resources.
A pre-opening is scheduled for April 15, 2026, at 10:00 JST.

In Japan, approximately 2 million tons of rice husks are generated annually from rice cultivation, with 20-35% often discarded. The "Kami - 神 -" project, initiated by NINE SENSE Inc., aims to repurpose these unutilized agricultural by-products into food resources. The project focuses on effective utilization of agricultural by-products, creation of value from untapped resources, and redefinition of food resources. A pre-opening is scheduled for April 15, 2026, at 10:00 JST.

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Published: Apr 13, 2026

Japan's rice cultivation generates about 2 million tons of rice husks each year, a significant portion of which remains unutilized, with 20-35% reportedly discarded. The "Kami - 神 -" project, launched by NINE SENSE Inc. (established in 2015, headquartered in Tokyo, with a branch in Niigata, CEO Jun Fukami), seeks to transform these rice husks from agricultural by-products into valuable food resources. The project's core themes include the effective use of agricultural by-products, creating value from unutilized resources, and redefining food resources. The project is set to pre-open on April 15, 2026, at 10:00 JST. The data on rice husk generation is sourced from NARO (National Agriculture and Food Research Organization).

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FAQ

What is the primary goal of the Japan-originated project "Kami - 神 -"?

The primary goal of the "Kami - 神 -" project is to transform approximately 2 million tons of unutilized rice husks generated annually in Japan into valuable food resources.

Which company is leading the "Kami - 神 -" project and where is it headquartered?

NINE SENSE Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, is leading the "Kami - 神 -" project.

What percentage of Japan's annual rice husk generation is reportedly discarded?

It is reported that 20-35% of Japan's annual rice husk generation, which amounts to about 2 million tons, is discarded.

What are the core themes emphasized by the "Kami - 神 -" project?

The core themes of the "Kami - 神 -" project include the effective utilization of agricultural by-products, creating value from unutilized resources, and redefining food resources.

When is the official pre-opening date and time for the "Kami - 神 -" project?

The "Kami - 神 -" project is scheduled for a pre-opening on April 15, 2026, at 10:00 JST.

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