Rice-based material is developed from by-products of the rice industry – Miomojo
Lightness, held in form. Rice-based material is developed from by-products of the rice industry - Miomojo

MADE FROM

Rice.

Rice-based material is developed from by-products of the rice industry, transforming what remains after harvesting into a refined surface for contemporary design. Derived from rice husks, the outer shell of the grain — this material reinterprets agricultural residue through advanced material innovation. These natural components are processed and combined with a bio-based binder to create a surface that balances softness, durability and tactile richness. As a plant-based, vegan alternative to leather, it reflects a new generation of materials for contemporary accessories, where circularity, performance and design converge.

Close-up of a rice stalk against a dark background, raw ingredient for Miomojo rice-based vegan leather – Miomojo

THE SUBTLE NATURE OF GRAIN.

Rice husks are processed and combined with a bio-based binder to create a high-performance coated material, designed to be applied onto different textile backings, including cotton or GRS-certified recycled fabrics.

Through controlled processing and finishing, the material achieves durability, flexibility and refined surface textures suitable for contemporary accessories. With a bio-based content exceeding 90%, this material represents one of the most advanced solutions in next-generation materials, significantly reducing reliance on petroleum-based resources.

A plant-based alternative to both animal leather and synthetic materials, it becomes a surface capable of carrying structure, performance and aesthetic clarity, a new expression of
contemporary design.

Diagram of the rice husk-based leather production process – Miomojo
Close-up of raw rice husk waste material, black and white – Miomojo
Close-up of the spiral-worked rice-based material surface, black and white – Miomojo
Craftsman's hands cutting the rice-based material with a tool, black and white – Miomojo