The History of Akita Kazuno BeefThere are 2 famous beef brands in Akita. One is the ”Kuroge Wagyu” ”Akita Nishiki Wagyu” and the other is the Japanese Shorthorn ”Kazuno Beef”. |
Delicious Red MeatWe visited the pasture managed by Akitaken Chikusan Agricultural Cooperative. Cattle from local farmers are kept here from May to October, allowed to graze freely. |
Rare Brand in JapanJapanese Shorthorns are bred in Iwate, Aomori and Hokkaido besides Akita. However, it is said to make up only 0.1% of the domestic beef market. There are economic reasons for this as well, with ”Kuroge Wagyu at a higher market price, cattle farmers inevitably tend to prefer Kuroge Wagyu. |
ACCESS
- Akitaken Chikusan Agricultural Cooperative
- 1-2 Bodaino Hanawa Kazuno-City Akita
- URL http://www.akb.or.jp/