Enveloped in the melodies of Mozart, nurtured by the great nature of Gujo — a supreme pork of tender, gentle softness and a sweetness of fat that is truly extraordinary.
Gujo Classic Pork is a brand pork carefully raised at Gujo Meiho Farm in the mountains of Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture. Located in the upper reaches of the Nagara River — this land is blessed with the clear water of the Yoshida River and pure air, with a rich natural environment. The defining feature is that classical music — including Mozart — is played in the barn while the pigs are raised. Mozart’s compositions have a tempo close to the resting pulse of humans, said to have a relaxing effect. By the producers themselves approaching work with a calm mind, stress on the pigs is minimized to the absolute maximum — a free-roaming rearing environment is realized. Hygiene management is also thoroughgoing — with restrictions on outside visitors and mandatory wearing of dedicated clothing and boots, the risk of disease intrusion is completely eliminated. A high piglet growth rate of 98.5% compared to the national average of 94.5% is also the pride of this farm. The feed richly blends high-quality wheat grains and cereals — raised slowly over 165–200 days. The three-breed cross pigs are characterized by a finely-grained meat quality and soft texture. The fat has a sweet, clear flavor — of such premium quality that scum is minimal. Of course enjoyable simply grilled with only salt — in French traditional technique-inspired confit and sausage as well, the ingredient’s character stands out. Approximately 7,000 head are shipped annually — available for purchase at Feel stores and others within Gifu Prefecture. Please do savor the proven quality that won consecutive gold medals at the 2015 and 2016 Truck Road Show.
Basic Information
- Name
Gujo Classic Pork - Production Area
Gujo City farms, Gifu Prefecture - Management Body
N/A - Breed / Crossbreeding
Three-breed cross (LWD): Female (Landrace x Large White) x Male Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Soft, sweet-fat pork with well-rounded lean umami and a clean finish; refined character from grain-rich feeding and Mozart-accompanied calm mountain environment - Feed Characteristics
High wheat and quality grain-rich compound feed; minimal corn-dominant formula; Mozart music played throughout rearing - Shipping Age
Not specified - Annual Production
Approx. 7,000 head annually. Shipping age: 165–200 days. Shipping weight: approx. 110–115 kg. Primary slaughterhouse: Yoro Town Municipal Meat Business Center. Primary wholesaler: Yoro Meat. Designated retailer program in place. - Signature Dish
N/A - Certifications
Trademark registration: September 2015
Brand regulations established: September 2015
Active interest in future exports - Related URLs
Gujo Classic Pork (Official Site)
Buta Trace Farm Detail (Gujo Classic Pork) - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.131
Gujo Classic Pork (Official Site)
Buta Trace Pig Traceability System
kitahira Blog – Gujo Classic Pork Story
Last updated
6/21/2026