Raised on four herbs — a clean, pure pork with minimal off-odor that speaks of natural quality.
Herb Buta (Herb Pork) is a brand pork that Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd. has been developing since 1997. Applying the thinking of ‘food and medicine from the same source’ to feed production — carefully raised on a pure plant-based dedicated feed blending 4 types of herbs: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and oregano. Ginger adjusts body moisture and strengthens cell membranes, oregano prevents fat deterioration through antioxidant action, nutmeg promotes appetite and reduces gaminess, cinnamon has antibacterial/antiseptic action — each herb is utilized for maintaining the pig’s health and improving meat quality. By such rearing methods — compared to standard pork, odor intensity approximately 25% suppressed, fat oxidation degree approximately 76% suppressed, drip volume approximately 25% suppressed each — finishing as pork with minimal gaminess and good freshness-keeping. The fat has a gradually spreading sweetness — a clean, concentrated umami flavor can be enjoyed. The breed is an LWD three-breed cross pig — Duroc (D) male combined with Landrace (L) × Large Yorkshire (W) female — characterized by soft, juicy texture. Raised to average 180 days of age — with 10-item unique safety standards thoroughgoing quality management — after self-inspection at cut factory, shipped. Produced at carefully selected contracted farms nationwide — approximately 30,000 head distributed annually. Compatible with various pork preparations such as ton-zuke (miso marinade), tonkatsu, ginger pork stir-fry, and steak — in simple preparations making use of the ingredient’s flavor, the appeal of Herb Buta stands out.
Basic Information
- Name
Herb Buta - Production Area
Selected contracted farms nationwide - Management Body
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd. - Breed / Crossbreeding
Female (Landrace × Large White) × Male Duroc (LWD three-way cross) - Meat Characteristics
Minimal drip loss for long-lasting freshness. The fat carries a slow-blooming, natural sweetness, and a concentrated umami within a clean, refreshing flavor. Minimal off-odor with a clean eating experience. - Feed Characteristics
Pure plant-based dedicated feed incorporating four herbs: ginger (moisture/cell membrane), oregano (antioxidant/fat preservation), nutmeg (appetite/odor reduction), cinnamon (antimicrobial/antiseptic). Confirmed: off-odor −25%, fat oxidation −76%, drip loss −25% vs standard pork. - Shipping Age
average 180 days - Annual Production
Approx. 30,000 head annually - Signature Dish
Ton-zuke (miso-marinated pork) / Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) / Ginger pork stir-fry / Steak - Certifications
N/A - Related URLs
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd.
Domestic Herb Buta — Safe and Delicious — Nisshin Marubeni Feed - Source
Branded Pork Guidebook 2026, p.216
Nisshin Marubeni Feed Co., Ltd.
Domestic Herb Buta — Safe and Delicious — Nisshin Marubeni Feed
Last updated
6/21/2026