Raised in the great land of Okinawa — a premium brand pork of sweetness and richness that reigns supreme.
Ryukyu Royal Pork, produced with Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture as the base, is an Okinawa Prefecture brand pork managed by Ryukyu Cooperative Feed Co., Ltd. A three-breed pig — Duroc male crossed with female of Landrace × Large Yorkshire female cross — carefully raised at designated farms. The defining feature is a unique rearing method of giving 150 kg or more of dedicated feed blending wheat, kansho (sweet potato), and bamboo vinegar for 60 days before shipping. Bamboo vinegar has the effect of suppressing the gaminess pigs inherently have — by this feed management, the meat has minimal gaminess, and an elegant sweetness and firm richness is born. Also, by using the sufficient rearing period of 180 days or more — the meat quality finishes finely-grained and soft. The balance of fat sweetness and lean umami is good — the authentic deliciousness of the ingredient standing out is an appeal. A pork that truly makes one feel the Ryukyu landscape — produced by Okinawa’s rich natural environment and unique feed formulation. Approximately 19,000 head are shipped annually — the distribution volume is relatively stable. As an eating method — outstanding compatibility with shabu-shabu — sweetness and softness stands out to the fullest. Please do enjoy at your home the premium flavor unique to Okinawa’s brand pork. Brand standards were established in 2006 — trademark also registered in 2015 — the high commitment to quality management can be felt.
Basic Information
- Name
Ryukyu Royal Pork - Production Area
Designated farms in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture - Management Body
Ryukyu Kyodo Shiryo Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male Duroc (three-way cross) - Meat Characteristics
No off-odor whatsoever — a natural sweetness and satisfying richness. Finely-grained and tender throughout. - Feed Characteristics
Dedicated feed incorporating wheat, satsumaimo (sweet potato), and wood vinegar (mokusakusan) given for 60 days before shipping (150kg+ per animal). Wood vinegar suppresses off-odor; satsumaimo delivers natural sweetness and depth. - Shipping Age
180+ days - Annual Production
Approx. 19,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Shabu-shabu - Certifications
N/A - Related URLs
Ryukyu Royal Pork — Kotobank
Okinawa Ryukyu Royal Pork Shabu-shabu — Kakuyasu - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.214
Ryukyu Royal Pork — Kotobank
Okinawa Ryukyu Royal Pork Shabu-shabu — Kakuyasu
Last updated
6/21/2026