Raised on rice — an Oita brand pork of rich, full-bodied umami that the prefecture is proud of.
Oita Prefecture is a livestock production area where majestic nature spreads — varied terrain and abundant famous spring waters among others. ‘Kome no Megumi’ (Bounty of Rice) is a pork brand born and raised in this Oita land — given a special compound feed blending 10%+ of total feed volume in rice for the late fattening period (approximately 60 days or more) and carefully raised. Managed by the Oita Rice Pork Brand Spread Promotion Council — shipped with the oleic acid content rate firmly confirmed by a meat lipid measuring device under strict certification standards — exceptional trust in quality as well. By raising on feed richly blending rice — the oleic acid content rate in the fat rises, increasing umami compared to standard pork — with a natural sweetness yet a refreshingly non-gamey aroma enjoyable. The fat melting point is low so the mouthfeel is smooth — soft meat quality and elegant umami spreads softly throughout the mouth. Items with particularly high oleic acid ratio of 42%+ are specially graded as ‘Kome no Megumi Premium’ — also responding to those seeking pork one rank above. Acquiring both Farm HACCP and JGAP certifications — safe, reliable management is in place across all processes from production through shipping — also a major strength unique to this brand. In preparations such as tonkatsu, shabu-shabu, ginger pork stir-fry, and hamburger steak — the rich umami stands out firmly. Please do enjoy at your table this pork — raised receiving the full bounty of Oita’s rich nature and rice.
Basic Information
- Name
Kome no Megumi - Production Area
Designated certified farms in Oita Prefecture - Management Body
Oita Rice Pork Brand Propagation Promotion Council - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Duroc - Meat Characteristics
Higher oleic acid ratio in the fat than standard pork — a sweet, neutral fragrance with no off-notes. The low-melting-point fat delivers a smooth, melt-in-the-mouth texture and a rich, full umami. - Feed Characteristics
Compound feed with 10%+ rice incorporated, given during the late fattening period (generally 60+ days). Oleic acid content verified by specialist meat lipid analysis device before every shipment. Oleic acid 42%+ = ‘Kome no Megumi Premium’ tier. - Shipping Age
175–180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 70,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) / Shabu-shabu / Tonteki (pan-seared pork steak) / Ginger pork stir-fry / Hamburg steak / Gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) - Certifications
Trademark registration: August 4, 2017
Brand regulations established: July 28, 2016
Farm HACCP certified
JGAP certified - Related URLs
Kome no Megumi — Oita Rice Pork Brand Propagation Promotion Council
Oita Products ‘Kome no Megumi’ — The Oita
Governor’s Dispatch: Oita Pork Unified Brand ‘Kome no Megumi’ — Oita Prefecture - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.185
Kome no Megumi (Oita Rice Pork Brand Propagation Promotion Council)
Oita Products ‘Kome no Megumi’ — The Oita
Governor’s Dispatch: Oita Prefectural Pork Unified Brand ‘Kome no Megumi’ — Oita Prefecture
Last updated
6/21/2026