There are also refrigerated types and portioned types! How to choose a [rice storage container](https://example.com) and recommended products ♡

What do you use for rice storage?

Suddenly, what do you use for rice storage...? (I’ve been indecisive about the rice container, so for now, I just put a zip-lock bag of rice inside another zip-lock bag.)

Using a bag can change its shape depending on the quantity and can be unstable. To make housework convenient and to boost your mood, I feel like having a nice-looking rice container is definitely a must.

In this article, I will share how I seriously struggled with choosing a rice container and the information I found on how to select a "rice container." I also picked out some recommended products!

How to choose a rice container 1: Where to place it?

When choosing a rice container, you first need to consider where to place it.

Options to consider are:

- Place directly in the kitchen or pantry

- Place directly in the kitchen gap

- On the kitchen counter

- Inside under the sink or on kitchen shelves

- Inside the refrigerator

If you have enough space in your kitchen and buy rice in bulk, a type that can be placed directly is preferable. However, for pest prevention, it's said that storing it in the refrigerator is better (as insects cannot breed below 15°C).

First, consider where to place it and how much capacity you need.

How to choose a rice container 2: What material to use?

Rice containers come in various materials like glass, plastic, paulownia, and enamel. If you plan to move the rice container, especially if you will be storing it in the refrigerator, it is recommended to choose a lightweight plastic option.

Glass and enamel look stylish, making it lovely to place on the kitchen counter like a café. On the other hand, they can be heavy, so it's better not to place them on refrigerator shelves.

Moreover, a paulownia rice container has moisture-regulating properties, which helps keep the rice in good condition and maintain its deliciousness. While it also has pest prevention benefits, there are terrifying reviews about small insects entering the gaps in the paulownia containers and breeding...

To absolutely prevent insect breeding, storing them in plastic cases in the refrigerator might be the best option.

How to choose a rice container 3: What type of measuring feature?

Lastly, it might be a good idea to consider the measuring type when choosing a rice container. If the rice container has a measuring lever, you can measure with just a button, making it convenient.

If you look, you can find cute rice measures for sale as well ♡ The humor of having rice in a desert with a camel is fun.

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What’s the recommendation considering the above points?

When choosing a rice container, it’s important to consider:

- Where to place it / capacity

- Material

- Whether it has measuring features or not

I will introduce recommended products for various scenarios ♡

🙋‍♀️＜I want to place it directly in the kitchen!

If you have room to place it directly in the kitchen or pantry, having a large capacity rice container with measuring features is convenient. A type with separate levers for 1 go and 2 go works even better for usability.

My family uses this type as well. Measuring rice is a daily task, so eliminating the hassle of measuring is surprisingly comfortable ♡ The capacity is 33kg and costs about 10,000 yen.

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If you have enough space and definitely want to prevent insects, a cooling rice container is also recommended.

It can store rice in the refrigerator without taking up space.

The capacity is 30kg and the price is about 50,000 yen, which might seem a bit high for a rice container…! However, it might be worth considering a refrigerated rice container when purchasing a house.

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There is also a more compact refrigerated rice container that doesn’t look too much like a refrigerator. This one has a capacity of 10kg and costs around 35,000 yen.

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🙋‍♂️＜I want to utilize the gaps in the kitchen!

If you want to utilize the gaps in the kitchen, such as between the wall and refrigerator, there is a 10cm wide rice container ♡ It also comes with measuring features, so it's convenient! The capacity is 12kg and costs about 13,000 yen.

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🙋‍♀️＜I want to place it on the kitchen counter (functionality focused)

On the kitchen counter, there are rice stockers with measuring features that fit the size ♡

If you place it next to the rice cooker, you can measure rice directly from the container into the rice cooker, reducing the stress of moving. It can be bought for about 5,000 yen!

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🙋‍♂️＜I want to place it on the kitchen counter! (looks focused)

If you want to place it in a visible area on the kitchen counter and are focused on appearance, how about the canisters from Noda Horo?

The pure white enamel matches perfectly with other decor and tableware ♡ It holds 2kg of rice and costs about 6,000 yen.

If you want a larger rice container in the future but for now want to buy a smaller one since it's just the two of you, this is also recommended. It can be used for storing bread or snacks as well.

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Using glass jars is also stylish ♡ It is priced attractively at about 2,000 yen for 7kg.

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If you love a natural interior, Masuda Paulownia's rice container is also recommended. It costs around 8,000 yen for 5kg.

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🙋‍♀️＜I want to store it in the kitchen drawer!

If you want to store it in a drawer under the kitchen sink, a type that opens wide at the top is easy to use, so it’s recommended.

The Yamazaki Business's tower rice container has a slanted bottom designed to fit the size of the cup perfectly so you can use it completely until the last bit. It's 5kg and costs about 3,000 yen.

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🙋‍♂️＜I want to store it in the refrigerator!

If you want to store it in the refrigerator to absolutely prevent any insect presence, the rice container from Nitori seems to be popular!

It can hold 2kg and can be placed vertically or horizontally, costing 599 yen, making it easy to replace if it breaks or gets dirty, and it ensures hygiene.

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The Yamazaki Business rice container divides 1.8kg of rice into 12 separate portions, allowing you to store it easily. Once you put it in the container, there's no need to weigh it every time. It's a revolutionary product! It can fit in the refrigerator door pocket.

Priced at 2,000 yen ♡

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There are various types out there!

I have not known much about rice containers until now, but as I researched, I discovered many amazing products. I really dislike having insects, and since I only buy about 2kg at a time, I plan to buy a rice container for the refrigerator. (If I eventually have a larger family and consume more rice, then I would like to consider a refrigerated rice container when purchasing a house...!)

There are so many types of rice containers, so take this opportunity to think about one that suits your lifestyle and rice habits ♡

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