rice-producing region; rice-growing area
Refers to a region famous for rice production. Often used in travel or food contexts.
Niigata is one of Japan's leading rice-producing regions.
rice seller; rice shop
A shop or merchant specializing in rice. Less common than 米屋.
That rice shop always stocks fresh rice.
restaurant specializing in rice dishes
A restaurant where rice dishes are the specialty. Not a common standalone term; often part of a shop name.
At this rice-specialty restaurant, you can enjoy dishes made with locally grown Koshihikari rice.