Rich in Vitamin B1. A domestic masterpiece of devoted quality, raised on a garlic-infused dedicated feed.
Kokusan Kodawari Pork (Domestic Committed Pork) is a domestic brand pork managed by Starzen Co., Ltd. Raised at designated farms in Hokkaido, Aomori Prefecture, and Iwate Prefecture — realizing stable quality management under a consistent production system. The defining feature is the unique rearing design combining dedicated feed with garlic components added and plant-based feed blending approximately 10% wheat. By adding garlic components — the Vitamin B1 content is approximately twice that of standard pork — attracting attention as nutritionally high pork useful for fatigue recovery and health maintenance. Also, by giving plant-based feed blending wheat — the fat color is white and the meat quality finishes taut. While overall having a clean flavor — easy-to-eat pork where umami is firmly felt. With minimal gaminess — easy to use as an ingredient compatible with various preparations. The character stands out in simple preparations such as tonkatsu and pork sauté — also active across a wide range in daily home cooking such as ginger pork stir-fry, stir-fry, and simmered preparations. Starzen Co., Ltd. is a major food meat specialist company handling everything from slaughter through processing and distribution in one body — maintaining the brand under a strict quality management system. While being a large scale of 168,000 head shipped annually — delivering reliable domestic pork under consistent quality standards using dedicated feed. For those with high health consciousness, or those wanting to incorporate high-quality domestic pork into the daily table — one reliable option.
Basic Information
- Name
Kokusan Kodawari Pork - Production Area
Designated farms in Hokkaido, Aomori Prefecture, and Iwate Prefecture - Management Body
Starzen Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Three-way cross - Meat Characteristics
Approximately 2 times the Vitamin B1 content of standard pork. Brilliantly white fat with a firm, well-structured meat quality — a clean, light flavor that also carries a satisfying umami. - Feed Characteristics
Dedicated feed with garlic-derived compounds added (raises Vitamin B1 to approx. 2x standard pork) + plant-based feed with approx. 10% barley (produces white, firm fat). - Shipping Age
180 days - Annual Production
168,000 head annually (approx. 14,000 per month) - Signature Dish
Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) / Pork sauté / Ginger pork stir-fry - Certifications
N/A - Related URLs
Starzen Domestic Meat Brands — Starzen Co., Ltd. - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.215
Starzen Domestic Meat Brands — Starzen Co., Ltd.
Last updated
6/21/2026