In a large bowl, pour the lukewarm water, add the sugar and yeast. Mix well and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Add the flour, salt, melted butter, and milk, then start kneading the dough. Knead for at least 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the signature striped topping. In a small bowl, mix the rice flour, warm water, yeast, sugar, oil, and salt. Mix until smooth, then let it sit for 15-20 minutes to thicken slightly.
Turn the risen dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into evenly sized buns or shape it into one larger loaf.
Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then brush them with the rice flour topping. Let them rise for another 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the breads for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is cracked and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack to maintain the crispy outer texture.
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