Nasu Kogen Ima Farm
RINDO
RINDO
Nasuno Highlands Ima Farm “Rindo” | Award-Winning Japanese Washed Rind Cheese
What Is Rindo? | Japan’s World Champion Washed Rind Cheese
“Rindo” is a soft, washed-rind cheese crafted by Ima Farm in Nasu Highlands using fresh cow’s milk.
Carefully aged for approx. 40 days, the entire cheese—including the rind—is delicately soft with a melt-in-your-mouth, creamy texture.
World-Class Recognition | Gold & Silver Award Winner
- GOLD (Best of Class): World Championship Cheese Contest (WCCC) 2026
- Silver Medal: Japan Cheese Award 2024, Washed Cheese Category
This is Ima Farm’s signature natural cheese, honored with the world’s highest gold award and celebrated across Japan.
Tasting Notes | Rich Milk Flavor with Gentle Aroma
“Rindo” Plain offers the deep, concentrated umami of milk with only a mild version of the signature washed-rind aroma. The balance of savory saltiness and matured fragrance is exquisite, and the rind is completely edible.
With no overpowering funk, it’s the perfect washed cheese for beginners and connoisseurs alike.
How to Enjoy | From Simple to Gourmet
- As Is: Cut into bite-sized pieces to experience the full depth of aged milk flavor.
- For Hot Dishes: Melt over gratin, pizza, or toast. It turns irresistibly gooey and coats dishes like a rich, savory sauce.
- With Pairings: Try it with honey, cracked black pepper, or dried fruit. Exceptional with white wine or dry rosé.
Product Details
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Item |
Details |
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Product Name |
Ima Farm Washed Rind Cheese Rindo Plain |
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Type |
Soft Washed Rind Cheese |
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Milk |
Cow’s Milk from Nasu Highlands |
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Aging |
Approx. 40 Days |
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Flavor Profile |
Mild washed aroma, rich milk umami, edible rind, creamy texture |
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Awards |
WCCC 2026 Gold Best of Class |
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Net Weight |
Approx. 100g |
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Shelf Life |
3 weeks from production date |
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Storage |
Keep refrigerated at 10°C / 50°F or below |
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Ingredients |
Raw milk (cow), salt |
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Allergens |
Milk |
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Dear Cassia san
We’re so glad to hear that you liked it!
If you enjoy sake, we’d love for you to try our Rindō — a sake-washed cheese with a unique, rich flavor.
Both the plain and Sake flavor are delicious. The cheese is soft and has a fresh taste to it. We have paired it with wine and also just had alone as a snack.
柔らかく深みのある風味で、私の朝ごはんと晩酌をグレードアップしてくれました。
そのままでも美味しいのですが、ちょっとや気を入れるとまた新詩歌時になります。
お勧めいたします!
5.0 / 5.0
(3) 3 total reviews

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