The Kyoto Rice Cracker Industry Cooperative originated in 1907 as the Kyoto Arare Association. After the Kyoto Rice Cracker Industry Cooperative Limited Liability Company, the association was established in 1950 in recognition of the aims of the Agricultural Policy Reform Outline, with the aim of ensuring a stable supply of rice through joint purchasing, storage, and transportation. In 2006, the association received trademark registration for "Kyoto Arare" and "Kyoto Okaki" from the Japan Patent Office, thanks to the use of only domestically produced rice cakes and the preservation of traditional manufacturing methods such as steaming in a bamboo steamer, pounding with a wooden pestle, and natural drying. As a participant in the Kyoto Brand Foods program, we strive to ensure food safety and security under the strict judgment of our judges. We also strive to foster a sense of Kyoto and the individuality of each member company. A defining feature of the Kyoto industry is the combination of automated manufacturing processes with traditional handwork, maintaining high-quality products through unique techniques for roasting and seasoning.