Raised at the foot of Mount Akagi — a brand pork celebrated for its clean, refreshing umami and the refined, elegant sweetness of its fat.
Akagi Pork is a brand pork representing Joshu (Gunma), nurtured in the rich nature of the Akagi mountain foothills in Gunma Prefecture. Production is managed by certified farmers of the Akagi Pork Production Cooperative, raising each animal with devoted care at 6 farms within Gunma Prefecture, with the absolute priority of giving no stress to the pigs, under thorough hygiene management and vaccination programs. The key to rearing is the proprietary plant-based dedicated feed ‘New Akagi Pork’ — containing 15% or more barley — given continuously from approximately 120 days of age through to shipment, with no animal-based feed whatsoever. The abundant Vitamin E derived from the barley gradually permeates the pork, elevating the quality of the fat and firmly drawing out an elegant sweetness and fragrant aroma. When eaten, the fat is sweet and refreshingly clean, with virtually no sense of cloyingness. The lean is characterized by high water retention, good firmness, and attractive color. It does not easily harden with heat, and the umami is not impaired even when cooled — demonstrating its true value in a wide range of preparations including roast pork and pork skewer fry. By raising slowly over approximately 180 days — longer than standard — the umami of the meat is concentrated, with the rich, authentic flavor of the lean standing out even more vividly. A refreshingly clean yet deep flavor that can be recommended without hesitation even to those who dislike the fat of pork — the greatest appeal of Akagi Pork. JA Akagi Tachibana recipes introduce preparations including cheese-topped roast pork and pork and scallion stick fry — please do try them for reference.
Basic Information
- Name
Akagi Pork - Production Area
Designated farms in Gunma Prefecture - Management Body
Akagi Pork Producers Association - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male: Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Sweet, clean-tasting fat with high moisture retention in the lean meat. Bright-colored, firm texture that stays tender after cooking and even when cooled. - Feed Characteristics
“New Akagi Pork” specialty feed containing at least 15% wheat — all plant-based, no animal-derived ingredients. Fed continuously from approximately 120 days of age through slaughter. - Shipping Age
Approx. 180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 20,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Roast pork
Pork and green onion stick fry - Certifications
Trademark registration: April 1, 2011
Brand regulations in place with quality certification standards and trade conditions - Related URLs
Joshu Brand Pork Akagi Pork | JA Akagi Tachibana
Pork Recipes | JA Akagi Tachibana
Gunma Pork Kingdom | Brand Directory - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.71
上州銘柄豚 赤城ポーク | JA赤城たちばな
ポーク レシピ | JA赤城たちばな
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Last updated
6/21/2026